Product Development Technician

Overview

We are the movers of the world and the makers of the future. Ford provides opportunities around the world to contribute to advancements in autonomy, electrification, smart mobility technologies, and more. This role is for a Test Technician in the Safety Laboratories Department, responsible for conducting testing for the Safety Innovation Laboratory.

Responsibilities

• Complete test related duties as assigned during daily scheduling meetings and execute work independently with quality and efficiency.
• Ability to run tests independently on various SIL test facilities.
• Operate test stands including Servo Sled, Seattle Sled, Bendix, Monterey, Tinius Olsen, Seat Integrity (FMVSS 202A), IHI, OOP, VIA Sled, Environmental Chamber, Pedestrian Protection, Roof / Door Strength and Seat Anchorage test facilities.
• Receive cases with "kitted" parts and prepare kits for first run and subsequent runs according to test matrices.
• Conduct sample prep, fixturing, installation / removal, camera setup, test matrix setup, test execution, data collection and data review.

What You'll Do

Qualifications

Nice to have

Benefits

This position is hybrid. Candidates who are in commuting distance to a Ford hub location may be required to be onsite four or more days per week.

This position is a salary grade 4.

For more information on salary and benefits, visit Ford Careers. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status or protected veteran status. If you need a reasonable accommodation for the online application process due to a disability, please call 1-888-336-0660.

This position is hybrid. Candidates who are in commuting distance to a Ford hub location may be required to be onsite four or more days per week.

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