Manager, Manufacturing Test Engineering, Electromagnetic Warefare
Core
Strategic oversight and tactical management of production systems for high-volume Electromagnetic Warfare defense hardware, ensuring rigorous testing protocols and consistent quality delivery.
Role type
Manager, Manufacturing Test Engineering
Builds
High-volume defense hardware for Electromagnetic Warfare
Domain
Defense / Electromagnetic Warfare / Manufacturing Test Engineering
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | infrastructure
Required skills
Manufacturing test strategy, team leadership, test automation (Linux, C#, Python, NixOS, LabView), hardware communication protocols (USB, Ethernet, RS232, RS485, PCIe, HDMI, CAN), PCBA/electronic assembly testing, RF test equipment, root cause analysis, Test Execution Systems (TES), Product Life Cycle (PLM), Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES), Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP), project integration (electrical/mechanical/software)
Preferred skills
Advanced degree, leading manufacturing test system development, LabVIEW/MATLAB proficiency, PCBA/mechanical design knowledge, HASS & ESS test design (Thermal, Vibration), AI tools familiarity
Technologies
Linux, C#, Python, NixOS, LabView, USB, Ethernet, RS232, RS485, PCIe, HDMI, CAN, TES, PLM, MES, ERP
Responsibilities
Direct manufacturing test engineering team and set objectives; Oversee and improve manufacturing test strategy for scalable operations; Collaborate with product SEIT and development engineering for design testability; Strategize and implement advancements in manufacturing testing (automation, uniformity, streamlining); Maintain test capabilities across multiple products from system level checkouts to component level validation; Evaluate test data and identify process enhancements; Communicate strategic visions for scaling platforms from pre-production to mass production; Lead procurement and implementation of new test equipment with ROI analysis; Champion initiatives for safety, cost reduction, quality, and productivity; Act as technical authority for manufacturing test matters; Design proactive maintenance and calibration protocols for test equipment
Seniority
Manager, people leadership