Bread Board Technician-2 at Amentum in Detroit, MI

Bread Board Technician-2
Location: US-MI-Detroit
We are the world’s top supplier of automotive test facilities, providing a full range of services to commercial automotive industry customers. Customers include not only the world’s major vehicle providers and other original equipment manufacturers (OEMs), but also clients from the international motor sports community.

We are hiring  Bread Board Technicians to work in Dearborn, MI.
This is a position for thosewith some knowledge and experience in automotive, either on the job or as a hobby.  We are looking for someone with a passion for automotive and an enthusiasm to learn automotive testing from a leader in the industry.  We offer full benefits and and unlimited opportunity to build your career.

Responsibilities:
Work with the installation and assembly of electrical instrumentation, modules, sensors, power supplies, load boxes, inverters etc.
Fabricate breadboards and build up to test ready
Trouble shoot breadboard issues and provide customer support
Use oscilloscopes/meters/logic analyzers to diagnose/troubleshoot electrical issues
Checkout electrical systems and verify per specification/drawings
Design test fixtures, harnesses and test boxes to meet client specifications
Develop new test fixtures/loads to simulate vehicle components
Specify and select electrical components to support electrical designs
Safety of yourself, all personnel, and the lab

MINIMUM EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, AND /OR SKILL REQUIREMENTS:
High school diploma required.
Knowledgeable and proficient with hands on automotive work
Strong knowledge of automotive parts and subsystems and how the systems work/interact
Electrical background, strong and proficient understanding of electrical automotive systems, schematics, excellent soldering skills
Knowledge of the vehicle CAN bus and various other communication tools
Strong instrumentation background, build custom cables, connectors etc.
Microsoft office programs, CAD, VIZO, MATLAB, Solid Works preferred
Good Fabrication and Machining abilities
Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
Strong safety mindset
Inventory experience a plus
Work Ethic
Self-starter, Proactive and Energetic, Problem Solver
People person/Team Player
Good Attention to Detail
Organized, with Good Housekeeping Skills
Adaptable, Flexible, and Versatile

Desired:
Associates’ degree or equivalent in an electrical discipline
Two (2) years or more of relevant experience in electrical work.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE POSITION
Unusual or Special Physical Requirements of Position
Lifting: Parts, cables, and light-weight instrumentation up to 50 lbs, 60%
Special clothing/equipment (wearing): Slip resistant hardened toe shoes, safety glasses, gloves, hearing protection in designated areas, 100%
Unusual physical requirements: Sitting (50%), Standing (50%), Bending (25%), stopping (25%). Job requires manual labor
High noise level: High noise in some work areas, requiring use of hearing protection, 25%

Description of Work Environment
Inside?  Outside? Combination? Where?: Inside test facility, 100%
Extreme (hot/cold) temperatures involved: NA
Hazardous conditions - What are they?: Energized samples, rotating parts, 50%
Travel/transportation requirements: NA
Equipment and Machines Involved in Work Tasks
Office equipment/machines electrically/battery operated - which?: Computers, copy machines, fax machines, telephones 75%
Tools used in trade - which ones?: Hand tools, multi-meters, and other electrical diagnostic devices, 10%

Criticality of Attendance
Overtime, regular days, off days: Monday through Friday 7:00AM to 4:00 PM but must be able to support our flexible test schedule into other shifts and/or weekends
Shift, 1st, 2nd, 3rd: Day shift
Necessity for regular attendance: Critical
Urgency for punctuality: Critical
Work hours are normally 8 hours per day and 5 days per week, Monday-Friday. Regular attendance of scheduled hours is extremely important. Punctuality and regular attendance are necessary. Must have flexibility of work afternoons to cover weekend testing requirements.
Other Essential Functions
Must pass a pre-employment drug screen, PHMV exam and background check.
Must demonstrate professional behavior at all times when dealing with customers, management and co-workers. Must have clear, concise and accurate communications skills in English, both verbal and written. Grooming and dress must be appropriate for the position and must not impose a safety risk to self or others. Must maintain a positive work atmosphere by behaving and communicating in a professional manner. Dependable personal transportation to work site is required.
Compensation Details:
N/A
The compensation range or hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good-faith estimate of what the company intends to offer for this role at the time this posting was issued. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and relevant laws.
Benefits Overview:
Our health and welfare benefits are designed to support you and your priorities. Offerings include:
Health, dental, and vision insurance
Paid time off and holidays
Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)
Educational reimbursement
Parental leave
Employee stock purchase plan
Tax-saving options
Disability and life insurance
Pet insurance
Note: Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits.
Original Posting:
09/14/2026 - Until Filled
Amentum anticipates this job requisition will remain open for at least three days, with a closing date no earlier than three days after the original posting. This timeline may change based on business needs.
Amentum is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, ancestry, United States military or veteran status, color, religion, creed,  marital or domestic partner status, medical condition, genetic information, national origin, citizenship status, low-income status, or mental or physical disability so long as the essential functions of the job can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation, or any other protected category under federal, state, or local law. Learn more about your rights under Federal laws and supplemental language at Labor Laws Posters.