Manager, Vehicle Test Engineering
Core
Manage a team of Test Engineers to own vehicle test deliverables, execution of checkout operations, and development of test infrastructure for the Terran R rocket.
Role type
Senior IC manager (vehicle test engineering)
Builds
Test infrastructure (GSE, automation, racks), test plans, and checkout processes for rocket stage integration.
Domain
Aerospace / Rocket manufacturing
Required skills
Team management, test cycle optimization, production demand forecasting, checkout operations management, test standards development, data collection and post-processing, infrastructure strategy, cross-functional collaboration
Preferred skills
AS9100 quality practices, MES/ERP onboarding, scaling products from 1 to production
Technologies
GSE, automation systems, test GUIs, checkout racks, MES, ERP
Responsibilities
Manage a team of 4-5 Test Engineers; Own vehicle test deliverables and checkout operations; Drive continuous improvement in test cycle time and first-pass yield; Develop vehicle test standards and training plans; Partner with systems engineering on requirements and data reviews; Own strategy for test infrastructure and automation; Manage manifest demands and schedule alignment.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with management responsibilities
