Altair Engineering

Transforming the Future with Convergence of Simulation and Data

Project Coordinator

Job Summary:

Our client in Irvine, CA is looking for a Project Coordinator. This is a contract position.

What You Will Do:

We are seeking a detail-oriented Validation Coordinator to support the development and execution of validation activities for vehicle programs. The ideal candidate will play a crucial role in ensuring efficient testing operations through meticulous tracking of parts, assets, and consumables. This position requires strong organizational skills, effective communication, and collaboration with various teams, including Vehicle Hardware Engineering (VHE), Technical Program Management (TPM), and New Product Introduction (NPI), as well as suppliers and external test labs. The Validation Coordinator will manage logistical aspects of testing programs, maintain essential workspaces and equipment, serve as a key liaison with test labs, and drive action items resulting from meeting decisions.

Responsibilities include:

• Liaison between VHE, TPM and NPI for testing parts/assets tracking.
• Track spare part consumables and report out inventory status.
• Manage logistics of fixtures and parts between Our Client and external test labs.
• Manage design review agenda and publish meeting minutes. Drive accountability and follow-up on action items.
• Onboard suppliers into Our Client´s systems (JIRA, External Google Drives, etc.).
• Track and report out Invoice updates.
• Maintain Body Work Space and drive process improvement in tool & equipment use tracking.
• Manage scheduling, calibration, and repair of Data acquisition equipment.

What You Will Need:

Basics:

• 3-5 years of experience in an administrative capacity preferably in an engineering test team.
• Bachelor's Degree.
• Ability to effectively prioritize with strong time management skills in a fast-paced environment.
• Superior verbal and written communication skills.
• Highly organized with a strong attention to detail.
• High level of professionalism and strong sense of urgency.
• Intermediate to advanced skills in Google Suite (Gmail, Sheets, Docs, Slides).
• Ability to work with minimal guidance; Proactive, motivated self-starter.
• Proficiency with conferencing systems (our Client is Zoom-based).
• Flexibility and ability to handle and manage change effectively and efficiently.
• Salary range: 42k - 60k annual.

Preferred:

• Proficiency in Jira & Confluence.

How You Will Be Successful:

• Envision the Future
• Communicate Honestly and Broadly
• Seek Technology and Business “First”
• Embrace Diversity and Take Risks

What We Offer:

• Competitive Salary
• Comprehensive Benefit Package
• 401(k) with matching contributions
• Paid Time Off
• Employee Discounts
• Free training on all Altair products

Why Work with Us:

Altair is a global technology company that provides software and cloud solutions in the area of data analytics, product development, and high-performance computing (HPC). Altair enables organizations in nearly every industry to compete more effectively in a connected world, while creating a more sustainable future. With more than 3,000 engineers, scientists, and creative thinkers in 25 countries, we help solve our customer’s toughest challenges and deliver unparalleled service, helping the innovators innovate, drive better decisions, and turn today’s problems into tomorrow’s opportunities.

Our vision is to transform customer decision making with data analytics, simulation, and high-performance computing.

For more than 30 years, we have been helping our customers integrate electronics and controls with mechanical design to expand product value, develop AI, simulation and data-driven digital twins to drive better decisions, and deliver advanced HPC and cloud solutions to support unlimited idea exploration. To learn more, please visit altair.com

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Altair is an equal opportunity employer. Our backgrounds are diverse, and every member of our global team is critical to our success. Altair’s history demonstrations a belief that empowering each individual authentic voice reinforces a culture that thrives because of the uniqueness among our team.

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