Overview
Join to apply for the Test Engineering Manager role at IMS Recruiting . A confidential, established manufacturer of high-reliability electronics that supports aerospace, defense, and space programs is seeking an experienced Test Engineering Manager to lead test and process engineering at their Bohemia, NY facility. This is a hands-on leadership role where you’ll drive test innovation, failure analysis, and process improvements that directly impact mission-critical products.
What You’ll Do
- Lead and mentor a cross-functional team of test and process engineers and technicians.
- Oversee design, development, and optimization of test systems, fixtures, and test software .
- Drive failure analysis investigations for in-house and customer-returned products; provide data-driven recommendations to improve reliability and reduce failures.
- Develop and document new processes, SOPs, and travelers to support production and test operations.
- Collaborate with design, product development, procurement, manufacturing, and product assurance to resolve production issues and optimize product trade-offs (cost, performance, schedule).
- Manage project plans, resource allocation, and schedules for introduction of new test technologies and process changes.
- Lead continuous improvement initiatives focused on productivity, quality, and cost-effectiveness in both test and assembly areas.
- Research and recommend new testing methods, equipment, and capital investments to expand test capabilities.
Qualifications
Education : B.S. in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Applied Sciences required; M.S. or advanced technical training desirable.Experience : Minimum 7+ years in test or process engineering within electronics manufacturing; 2+ years in a supervisory / lead role.Proven experience designing, implementing, and supporting test systems and fixtures and performing failure analysis.Familiarity with hybrid and PCB manufacturing and high-reliability electronics production.Knowledge of MIL standards (e.g., MIL-STD-883, MIL-PRF-38534 / 38510) and IPC-A-610 is highly desirable.Strong leadership, communication, and project management skills.Ability to make data-driven decisions under pressure and manage competing priorities.Must be a U.S. Person (citizen or permanent resident) or otherwise able to qualify under export control requirements.Why This Role?
Lead mission-critical test engineering for products used in aerospace, defense, and space applications.
Influence product reliability and production efficiency through hands-on leadership and process innovation.
Competitive salary band and opportunity to lead cross-disciplinary engineering initiatives.
Seniority level
Mid-Senior levelEmployment type
Full-timeJob function
Engineering and ManufacturingIndustries
Defense and Space ManufacturingAviation and Aerospace Component ManufacturingAppliances, Electrical, and Electronics Manufacturing#J-18808-Ljbffr