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Test Engineering Manager

Test Engineering Manager

LTA ResearchSunnyvale, CA, United States
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

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Responsibilities

  • Manage a team of materials engineers, test engineers, and test technicians who select, test, and qualify parts, assemblies, materials and processes.
  • Work with Design Engineers to identify failure modes and create validation and qualification tests for materials, systems, and assemblies. Review test plans for intent and completeness.
  • Write test plans and specifications.
  • Review engineering documents with a high standard of rigor.
  • Identify and lead new test capability developments.
  • Provide strategic input on new capabilities, skills, and equipment to align with future test needs.
  • Oversee and prioritize engineer’s assignments.
  • Assign test technicians to support test programs.
  • Lead hiring and training new team members.
  • Manage performance of the team through regular performance reviews.
  • Provide or facilitate mentoring, coaching, and professional development of team members.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering plus 4+ years of experience in the aerospace / aviation industry as a materials engineer, test engineer, mechanical engineer, or systems engineer.
  • Strong leadership skills with proven mentorship ability, team development, and project / program execution.
  • Proven experience with material selection, material property qualification, characterization, or acceptance testing for aerospace / aviation materials / structures.
  • Experience with industry standard test methods, such as ASTM, FAA, SACMA, SAE, DO-160, ISO, or similar.
  • Experience with failure modes of engineering materials and parts, such as composites, valves, actuators, and gears. Experience with aviation environmental conditions and requirements, such as flammability, UV, humidity, corrosion, damage tolerance, and fatigue.
  • Experience with mechanical test equipment, load cells, strain gages, actuators, universal test machines.
  • Ability to understand, organize, and interpret test data and provide recommendations based on data.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, including written technical reports and oral presentations to technical and managerial audiences.
  • Physical Requirement

  • Ability to lift 30 pounds.
  • Preferred Qualifications

  • 5+ years of experience with FAA certification requirements, industry material qualification databases, or generating allowables from mechanical test data.
  • Advanced degree in a related field.
  • 1+ years manager experience in an aerospace, engineering, or manufacturing setting.
  • Experience using Statistical Process Control and Root Cause to drive continuous improvement and solve problems.
  • Experience working in an AS9100, NADCAP, or ISO certified test laboratory.
  • Ability to program test equipment using LabVIEW, PLCs, or similar.
  • Ability to analyze data and perform statistical methods using software such as Python, MATLAB, R, JMP, Tableau, or similar.
  • What We Offer

  • Relocation assistance
  • Excellent medical, dental, and vision insurance through a PPO plan (100% premium paid for individuals, 70% for dependents)
  • Company-paid life, AD&D, long-term disability, and short-term disability insurances
  • Parental leave
  • Generous PTO + 10 paid holidays
  • 401(k) matching up to 6%
  • Lunch and snacks provided every day, including accommodations for all dietary restrictions
  • Monthly wellness stipend
  • Monthly cell phone stipend
  • Yearly education stipend to obtain certifications or take classes in your field
  • Fun events, swag, and the occasional airship ride
  • An opportunity to change the world and work with some of the smartest and the most talented experts from different fields
  • Compliance Requirements

  • Criminal background check clearance
  • Drug test clearance wherever applicable
  • $130,000 - $200,000 a year

    The base salary range for this role is $130,000 - 200,000, which is determined based on experience, geography, and qualifications. The base salary is one component of the total compensation package, which includes a very competitive annual bonus, 401K Match, and other generous benefits.

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    LTA Research & Exploration welcomes all candidates to apply including those with limited experience. We understand that candidates with a growth mindset and passion for working on the next chapter in aviation advancement can outweigh experience alone. celebrate diverse origins and journeys and understand their importance in developing new technology. Rooted in our humanitarian mission, we want to serve the entire globe and have a team that represents those we wish to serve.

    Lighter Than Air is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants are considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, marital status, veteran status or any other discriminatory factors prohibited by law.

    We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

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