• Worked closely with OEM and Tier 1 and 2 automotive suppliers to ensure their products are validated for upcoming vehicle model production dates.• Executed test plans from early stages of cost estimating, scheduling and planning to complete written test reports delivered to customers.• Led 'sled' team and operated accelerator sled system to simulate forward/rearward vehicle impact effects on customer seats and seating components.• Utilized crash test dummies to simulate occupancy for forward/rearward vehicle impacts. • Using high speed video analysis, evaluated seat structures for compliance with various U.S. and international governmental safety regulation requirements.• Ensured lab equipment maintenance is performed as needed and equipment calibration schedules are adhered to.• Designed and fabricated fixtures and setups for various life cycle durability tests. • Performed COP airbag deployments with video analysis for driver and passenger side impact airbags.