Test Conductor - Team Leader of Test Drivers

TRANSPORTATION RESEARCH CENTER INC. - 4.0

Surprise, AZ Job Details 21 hours ago Qualifications Computer operation Customer communication Technical report writing

Full Job Description Position Description:

Purpose Test Conductor 1 shall be responsible for conducting vehicle level tests and reporting results. Test Conductor will lead a team to execute field tests and troubleshoot issues. Essential Functions• Learn customer test objectives, ensure test objectives are well defined, and communicate objectives to test team Lead a team of vehicle operators and test assistants to safely execute field tests and ensure test objectives are achieved Programing and operation of Guided Soft Targets and other collision avoidance test equipment Basic troubleshooting of hardware, software, car, test execution issues and escalate accordingly Communicate test progress and status Escalate all safety concerns TRC Inc. is an equal employment opportunity employer and is willing to make a change or adjustment to a job or work environment that allows a qualified individual with a disability to satisfactorily perform the essential functions of a particular job. •Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Other Duties and Responsibilities (Non-Essential Functions) Travel to off-site customers and test locations. Analyze test and scenario data once tests are complete. Communicate test plans, proposals, non-conformances, and project status to internal and external customers. Assist test engineers and technical operations in accomplishing project tasks Make technical decisions with assistance. Present proposals and report test results before customer representatives. Support the program planning, logistics, and scheduling processes as required to enable effective and efficient system test and integration. Identify and implement improvements to existing workflows and test procedures. Maintain dashboards to display results and status. Generate and present concise test reports highlighting areas of strength and weakness. Support TRC Inc.'s Quality and EH&S (Environmental, Health, and Safety) efforts. Qualifications Associate's degree or equivalent technical experience is required. Basic understanding of data acquisition systems and instrumentation. Excellent organizational and communication skills. General knowledge of computers including word processing and data analysis software. Ability to write technical reports. Basic project management skills. Flexibility with work hours during busy test periods. Ability to work overtime is required. Ability to work evenings and weekends as needed. Ability to travel (20%) is required. Ability to complete and pass all internal, position specific job and safety trainings required. Valid state DMV issued or valid foreign country issued driver's license. Working Conditions Standard office, climate-controlled environment. May be exposed to temperatures below 0°F and 95°F. May be exposed to inclement weather. May be exposed to hazardous chemicals, such as gas, oil, and paint. Physical Requirements Ability to move objects weighing up to 50 pounds. Must be able to remain in stationary position for an extended period of time. Ability to operate a computer and other office equipment. Ability to communicate with customers and co-workers. Capable of positioning oneself into bending, stretching, climbing or awkward positions.