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Calspan LLC

Instrumentation Technician

Buffalo, NY

$23 - $29/hr

... Technician to support and improve our state-of-the-art test systems. In our fast-paced, precision ... Understand OEM test request for upcoming test instrumentation required for test article. Assemble ...

Pratt Hydraulics

Instrumentation Technician

Houston, TX · On-site

$30 - $36/hr

The Instrumentation Technician plays a crucial role in ensuring the optimal operation of industrial ... Conduct tests and calibrations to guarantee accurate instrument readings Preferred Qualifications ...

Calspan LLC

Instrumentation Technician

Buffalo, NY · On-site

$23 - $29/hr

... Technician to support and improve our state-of-the-art test systems. In our fast-paced, precision ... Understand OEM test request for upcoming test instrumentation required for test article. Assemble ...

Calspan LLC

Instrumentation Technician

Buffalo, NY

$29/hr

... Technician to support and improve our state-of-the-art test systems. In our fast-paced, precision ... Understand OEM test request for upcoming test instrumentation required for test article. Assemble ...

Utilicom

Instrumentation Technician II

Dearborn, MI · On-site

The Instrumentation Technician II will install test equipment in development vehicles such as thermocouples, transducers, sensors, fiberoptics, accelerometers, strain gages and data acquisition ...

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A Test Instrumentation Technician is responsible for installing, maintaining, calibrating, and repairing the instruments and equipment used to test and measure various parameters in manufacturing, engineering, or research environments. They ensure that all testing devices function accurately and safely, often working with sensors, data acquisition systems, and specialized tools. Their role is essential for quality control, product development, and ensuring compliance with industry standards.

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To thrive as a Test Instrumentation Technician, you need a solid understanding of electronics, measurement principles, and data acquisition, often supported by an associate degree or technical certification in electronics or instrumentation. Familiarity with test equipment like oscilloscopes, multimeters, data loggers, and software such as LabVIEW or MATLAB is typically required. Strong attention to detail, analytical thinking, and effective communication help technicians diagnose issues and collaborate with engineering teams. These skills ensure accurate data collection and troubleshooting, which are vital for quality control and successful product development.

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Instrumentation Technician

Buffalo, NY

Calspan LLC
Manufacturing • 501 - 1,000 employees
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$23 - $29/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 28 days ago

Job description

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 Instrumentation Technician to support and improve our state-of-the-art test systems.

In our fast-paced, precision-driven lab environment, you’ll work alongside a talented team and contribute to projects for top automotive manufacturers across the globe.

This is your chance to be part of a company with a proud 75-year legacy, built on strong Be Calspan Values and a commitment to innovation. If you're passionate about technology, safety, and teamwork, we’d love to hear from you!


  • Performing set-up and installation of equipment, instrumentation, cable routing, soldering, and checkout before, during, and after the test.
  • Support the maintenance, installation, and repair of test equipment to maximize operational availability.
  • Document test procedures and installations. Provide guidance with data calculation when applicable.
  • Understand OEM test request for upcoming test instrumentation required for test article. Assemble instrumentation required and make placards for test article

Preferred Education & Experience:

  • AAS or Bachelors in related discipline
  • 3+ years in related discipline or;
  • A combination of education and experience equivalent to above

Preferred Knowledge / Abilities:

  • Troubleshooting mechanical or electrical problems
  • Electrical and electronic principles
  • Perform operations and execute moderately complex test procedures for engineering, scientific, or real-time data acquisition
  • Read and understand engineering plans and specifications
  • Read drawings and troubleshoot
  • Microsoft Office

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.

Great Benefits = Happy, Committed Employees 

Retaining great talent is as important as finding it, so at Calspan, we take our employee value proposition of Be Calspan quite seriously. To us, that means offering competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, recognition programs and promotional opportunities. Our benefits include: Health Insurance, Health Savings Accounts, Flexible Spending Accounts, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance/Accidental Death & Dismemberment, Short-Term/Long-Term Disability, 401(k), Hospital Coverage, Accident Coverage, Life Insurance Policy, Paid-Time Off, Company-paid Holidays, Bereavement Leave, Jury Duty, Military Leave, Employee Assistance Program, Educational Assistance Reimbursement , and Pet Insurance.

Calspan is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Calspan supports safe and drug free workplace through pre-employment background checks and drug testing.

The salary range provided is a general guideline. Actual pay will depend on several factors, including, but not limited to, education, experience, training, and other applicable qualifications.  Calspan is committed to pay transparency in compliance with applicable state and local laws.

All candidates must be eligible to work in the United States. 


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