Hardware Test Engineering Manager
Core
Strategic oversight and tactical management of production systems for high-volume defense hardware in Electromagnetic Warfare, ensuring rigorous testing protocols and manufacturing throughput.
Role type
Senior IC Hardware Test Engineering Manager
Builds
Defense hardware systems for Electromagnetic Warfare
Domain
Defense / Hardware Manufacturing / Test Engineering
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | infrastructure
Required skills
Manufacturing test strategy, team leadership, test automation, hardware communication protocols, PCBA/electronic assembly testing, root cause analysis, Test Execution Systems (TES), Product Life Cycle (PLM), Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES), Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP), project integration of electrical/mechanical/software systems
Preferred skills
LabVIEW, MATLAB, HASS & ESS test design, AI tools, PCBA design, mechanical design
Technologies
Linux, C#, Python, NixOS, LabView, USB, Ethernet, RS232, RS485, PCIe, HDMI, CAN
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 focusing on automation and 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 to enhance safety, reduce costs, and improve quality; act as technical authority for troubleshooting complex issues; design proactive maintenance and calibration protocols for test equipment
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with people management