Job DescriptionTeledyne Micropac is looking for a Test Engineering Manager who will be responsible for leading and continuously improving production and development test activities for high-reliability electronic products supporting aerospace, defense, and space applications. This role manages a team of test engineers and technicians, maintains and evolves production test capability, and serves as a strong advocate for test engineering needs across Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, and Program Management.
The successful candidate combines strong technical expertise in electronic test systems with proven leadership skills, clear communication, and a continuous-improvement mindset.
What you'll doThe essential functions and key responsibilities for the position include, but are not limited to:
- Directly manage and develop a team of approximately 5 test engineers and technicians.
- Assign resources to support production sustainment, development programs, qualification activities, and troubleshooting efforts.
- Advocate for test engineering needs related to staffing, capital equipment, training, and schedule commitments.
- Own the health, availability, and performance of production test equipment across product lines.
- Establish and maintain preventative maintenance and obsolescence mitigation plans.
- Drive rapid containment and root-cause resolution for test-related production issues.
- Lead initiatives to reduce test time, improve throughput, and enhance yield while maintaining product quality and compliance.
- Work closely with cross functional groups such as Operations, Quality, Engineering, and Program Management on test readiness, risks, and resources.
- Support product development activities with test deliverables, including:
- Test Requirements Reviews (TRRs)
- Test hardware and fixtures
- LabVIEW-based test software
- Test plans, procedures, and validation documentation
What you'll need- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering required or related technical discipline with a minimum of 7 years of experience. In lieu of a bachelor's degree, a minimum of 10 years of directly related test engineering experience may be considered.
- Strong technical background in electronics and electronic test equipment (automated and bench-level) - required
- Demonstrated experience developing and supporting ATE systems, including LabVIEW-based test software - required
- Prior experience managing or leading engineers and technicians in a manufacturing or development environment - required
- Proven ability to troubleshoot complex test failures involving hardware, software, and product interactions - required
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills - required
- Experience in aerospace, defense, or space electronics manufacturing - advantage
- Familiarity with high-reliability standards (e.g., MIL-STD-883, MIL-PRF-38534, MIL-PRF-19500) - advantage
- Hands-on technical leader who can dive deep when needed, while still driving strategy and improvements - advantage
- Organized, pragmatic, and able to balance short-term production needs with long-term capability development - advantage
What we offer- Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits
- Health, dental, and vision coverage
- Retirement savings plan with company match
- Paid time off and holidays
- Opportunities for professional growth and innovation
- A mission-driven culture focused on exploration and sustainability
What happens nextApply online and our recruiting team will review your application. If your experience aligns, we'll reach out to schedule an interview and discuss next steps.
