DRE Airbags Engineer

2 Months ago • All levels • Software Development & Engineering • $90,000 PA - $105,000 PA

Job Summary

Job Description

As a DRE Airbags Engineer, you will oversee the integration and testing of vehicle restraint sub-systems, developing and maintaining comprehensive test plans. You will lead the full testing lifecycle, from planning to issue resolution, while supporting the creation and improvement of internal engineering specifications. Extracting insights from test data, ensuring timely test reports, and actively participating in test lab operations are also key responsibilities. Additionally, you'll partner with DREs to drive integrated sub-system development, collect and compile test data, and facilitate root cause investigations. The job involves understanding system behavior, analyzing data, and standardizing entries. The role requires handling automotive interior components and ensuring high standards of integrity.
Must have:
  • Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline
  • Hands-on experience with automotive restraint systems

Job Details

We’re ALTEN Technology USA, an engineering company that provides solutions for engineering, technology, and product development projects. For decades, we’ve been helping our clients develop products that are changing the world, whether that’s by shaping the future of space exploration, saving lives with medical devices that set a new standard of care, or creating the fully autonomous electric taxi of tomorrow. Our team of more than 600 people works across industries including aerospace, medical devices and life sciences, unmanned systems and robotics, automotive OEM and tier 1 suppliers, commercial vehicle, electric vehicles, rail, and more. Our offices across the US have different industry focuses and engage with our clients in different ways, ranging from working on-site at client facilities to performing product development at our delivery centers.
 
ALTEN Group, our parent company, has been a leader in engineering and information technology for more than 30 years. ALTEN Group operates in 30 countries across Europe, North America, Asia, Africa and the Middle East and employs more than 36,000 people, 88% of whom are engineers. The company covers the whole development cycle and offers a choice of service levels, from technology consulting to complete project outsourcing.
 
When you join ALTEN Technology USA, you join a group of people passionate about collaborating to solve some of the world’s most technical engineering challenges. Our success is tied to taking care of our employees by building relationships and providing opportunities for mentorship and career growth. We offer comprehensive benefits for all full-time employees, including medical, dental, and vision insurance; a 401(k) plan with employer matching; paid time off (PTO); paid parental leave; and mentorship to help you take your career to the next level. You don’t have to take our word for it that we are a great place to work—we were named on the 2023 Top Workplaces list thanks to feedback from our proud employees.

As the DRE Airbags Engineer, you will be responsible for:

  • Oversee integration and testing of the vehicle's restraint sub-system across both new development programs and ongoing model updates.

  • Develop, maintain, and update comprehensive test and integration plans, including timelines, resource forecasts, and material needs.

  • Lead the full testing lifecycle—from planning through execution, teardown, reporting, and issue resolution.

  • Support the creation and continuous improvement of internal engineering specifications in collaboration with Design Release Engineers (DREs).

  • Apply engineering expertise to extract insights from test data and field issues, sharing learnings with the broader team to foster technical growth.

  • Ensure timely generation and submission of test reports—aiming for closure and review-ready documents within 24 hours post-test.

  • Actively participate in maintaining and improving test lab operations, including equipment calibration, organization (6S), and material procurement.

  • Partner with DREs for restraint and interior components to understand system behavior and drive integrated sub-system development.

  • Collect and compile test data and documentation into internal databases, conducting initial evaluations and standardizing data entry.

  • For supplier-led tests, gather all relevant information, perform first-level analysis, and update internal systems accordingly.

  • Facilitate root cause investigations and corrective actions by coordinating with component owners and technical teams.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree (or higher) in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline.

  • Hands-on experience or solid understanding of automotive restraint systems and/or interior components, ideally gained in an OEM or Tier 1 environment.

  • Strong problem-solving abilities and sound engineering fundamentals.

  • Effective communication skills with the ability to explain complex technical issues to non-technical stakeholders such as executives or cross-functional teams.

  • High standards of professional integrity and ethical conduct.

  • Physically capable of handling automotive interior components during assembly and testing operations.

Salary Range:$90,000 - $105,000

The actual salary offered is dependent on various factors including, but not limited to, location, the candidate’s combination of job-related knowledge, qualifications, skills, education, training, and experience.

ALTEN Technology is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our Policy is to extend opportunities to qualified applicants and employees on an equal basis regardless of an individual’s age, race, color, sex, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression or veteran status.

Please beware of job seeker scams and see this important notice on our careers page for more information about our recruiting process.

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