Flexible vehicle occupant sensor and method of use.

Flexible circuit material (10) is used for positioning one or more antennas (12) for occupant detection within a seat. The antenna (12) and associated signal traces to an occupant detection circuit may be more easily manufactured using a flexible material (10) while minimizing discomfort to occupants. The flexible circuit material (10) may be folded over a spacer in order to position occupant detection sensors (12) or antennas at different locations or depths relative to a seating surface. An occupant detection system on a printed circuit board may be connected with the flexible circuit to provide ease of manufacture and limit costs.