Trades ​/ Skilled Labor Technician, Maintenance Technician ​/ Mechanic

Overview

Why Calspan?

Join a team that supports unique, hands-on testing using full-scale vehicles and specialized equipment. Every day is different—you'll work alongside experienced engineers and technicians solving real-world technical challenges in a dynamic outdoor testing environment.

At Calspan, we invest in our employees by providing opportunities to learn new skills, work with advanced equipment, and build a long-term career.

Benefits include:

• 4 weeks of Paid Time Off in your first year
• 10 paid company holidays
• 4% company 401(k) match
• Excellent health insurance
• Career growth and development opportunities
• Tuition reimbursement

Join a Global Leader in Automotive Crash Testing

Calspan’s Automotive Crash Facility, located in Buffalo, NY, is recognized worldwide for its leadership in vehicle safety testing. With a mission to advance the science of crash testing, we’re seeking a skilled
Technician whois responsible for supporting the setup, operation, maintenance, and execution of testing at our outdoor test facility. This position works as part of a team to prepare and execute testing activities while ensuring equipment, systems, and work areas are safe, reliable, and ready for operation.

No prior testing experience is required. If you have strong mechanical aptitude, enjoy working with your hands, and are eager to learn, we'll provide training.

• Support the setup, preparation, and execution of outdoor testing activities.
• Operate, inspect, maintain, and troubleshoot mechanical equipment, test systems, and support infrastructure.
• Assist with installation and setup of instrumentation, cameras, and data collection equipment.
• Read and interpret drawings, schematics, work instructions, and technical documentation.
• Perform post-test activities including equipment recovery, cleanup, inspection, and preparation for future operations.
• Maintain a safe, organized, and efficient work environment.
• Follow all company safety procedures and quality requirements.
• Collaborate with engineers, technicians, and operations personnel to complete testing activities and special projects.

Qualifications

• Experience in mechanical, automotive, manufacturing, industrial maintenance, construction, equipment operation, or similar hands-on technical work is preferred.
• Technical school, military experience, apprenticeships, or an equivalent combination of education and hands‑on experience will be considered.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and problem‑solving skills.
• Basic understanding of mechanical, electrical, or electronic systems.
• Ability to read and interpret drawings, schematics, and technical instructions.
• Comfortable using hand tools, power tools, and shop equipment.
• Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Office.
• Welding, machining, fabrication, vehicle maintenance, or equipment repair experience is a plus.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, and climb throughout the workday.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Ability to safely operate hand tools, power tools, and mechanical equipment.

Why join Calspan?

Be Calspan Culture

At Calspan, we promote an environment that empowers employees and encourages innovation. Our management team enables a strong sense of teamwork with each endeavor, where successes are shared and lessons are learned. The company’s talent brand, “Be Calspan”, incorporates our company values to Be Inclusive, Accountable, and Innovative and our commitment to drive every individual to - Be Developed, Be Balanced, Be Connected, Be Community and Be Recognized.

Our culture promotes a positive atmosphere and competitive can-do method of action.

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