Manager Test Lab

Adient Aerospace is a Joint Venture between Adient and Boeing. Boeing brings a deep knowledge of Aerospace, and Adient is the world’s leader in automotive seating. At Adient Aerospace, it is our mission to deliver innovative seating design through precise operational excellence, resulting in a superior customer experience. We bring the right pieces together, in precisely the right way, at precisely the right time.

Adient Aerospace is looking for a Manager Test Lab to join our team in Huntington Beach, California. This is an on-site position and you must live in or be willing to relocate to Southern California. We look for highly proficient individuals who are collaborative, value diversity, enjoy working as a team, and share our passion for success. We invest in our employees with opportunities for professional development and offer competitive benefits.

Are you the right piece to complete our puzzle?

JOB SUMMARY

The Manager Test Lab is responsible for developing and executing test lab plans, schedules, and setups, as well as conducting developmental and certification testing. Test types include, but are not limited to, component, static, dynamic, abuse, cycle, and flammability tests. The Manager Test Lab will have hands-on responsibilities in addition to managing the overall operations and team within the test lab.

SUMMARY OF JOB DUTIES - Essential Functions (Other duties and projects may be assigned or requested.)

Reasonable accommodation may enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

• Manage and lead test technicians, ensuring efficient and effective execution of testing activities.
• Manage the internal testing schedule, ensuring deadlines and priorities are met.
• Coordinate with engineers to ensure testing requirements are aligned with engineering specifications and goals.
• Maintain the test facility, ensuring cleanliness, organization, and proper supply management.
• Oversee the maintenance of the test lab conference room, ensuring it is well-equipped and organized.
• Ensure test equipment and fixtures are in optimal working condition through regular calibration, maintenance, and procurement of spare parts.
• Set up, conduct, and monitor dynamic, static, abuse/cycle testing, ensuring proper data acquisition systems are in place.
• Review and interpret test plans to ensure proper execution and compliance.
• Monitor and document test results, ensuring all data is accurately recorded and analyzed.
• Create, update, and enforce internal test facility manuals, procedures, and work instructions.
• Design and construct test fixtures/platforms, overseeing their build and integration into testing processes.
• Stay informed on the latest industry testing methodologies and emerging technologies to maintain lab competitiveness and compliance.
• Contribute to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
• Maintain a safe, secure and legal work environment, adhering to all Company policies and procedures.
• Maintain and protect the confidentiality of the Company’s information and products.

GENERAL QUALIFICATIONS – Education, Knowledge, and Experience

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in a technical or engineering field, preferably Mechanical Engineering or Industrial Systems/Manufacturing Engineering

Experience:

• Minimum of 8 years of experience in test lab management.

Skills:

• Electro/mechanical background
• Knowledge of FAA/EASA requirements is a plus.
• Ability to work independently.
• Mechanically inclined with familiarity in using shop tools.
• Proficiency in CAD software.

Preferred Skills/Experience:

• Experience with FARO (3D measurement and scanning) systems is a plus.
• Proficiency in script or code writing for tool setup and automation.

Other:

• This position requires full-time onsite work. Remote or hybrid options are not available.
• May be asked to work extended or irregular hours as required
• Will be asked to travel globally to source and secure supply chain suppliers
• Often asked to travel on short notice
• Adient Aerospace is an “at-will” employer; employment is at the mutual consent of both the employee and the employer, and may be terminated at will for any reason, with or without cause, at any time during employment with the Company

SUPERVISION PROVIDED TO THE POSITION

• Direction is provided in terms of tasks and objectives. Work is reviewed upon completion on how well objectives have been met. Will work autonomously with only occasional status updates with supervisor.

LEADERSHIP RESPONSIBILITY

• Manages team for adherence to organizational goals, operating policies, and budgetary guidelines.
• Manages team performance and is responsible for training and coaching.

PROBLEM SOLVING

• Develop and provide solutions to complex problems based on established precedents and are consistent with organization objectives

LANGUAGE SKILLS

• Ability to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
Adient Aerospace offers competitive wages and benefits to recognize employees for their work. The base pay offered will vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, location, experience and take into account internal equity.

Salary Range Transparency: $135,000 - $159,000 annually

Featured Benefits:

• Up to 10% bonus potential (for bonus eligible positions)
• Generous 401(K) matching with immediate eligibility and vesting
• 3 weeks of Paid Time Off
• 12 paid holidays
• Affordable health care plans for yourself and your family
• And so much more!

Other Perks

• On-site gym
• Free electric car charging stations
• Potential for growth within organization
• Supportive workplace environment with a team-oriented culture

Salary : $135,000 - $159,000