Director, Test Engineering Jobs

Explore Director, Test Engineering opportunities on Ladders, where professionals can find vetted jobs paying $100,000 or more. These senior leaders shape how organizations test products and systems, build quality into development, and deliver dependable customer experiences.

What Does a Director of Test Engineering Do?

A Director of Test Engineering leads teams and strategies responsible for verifying that software, hardware, or integrated systems meet quality, reliability, performance, and security expectations. The role may include setting test standards, overseeing automation and continuous integration practices, allocating resources, and partnering with engineering, product, and operations leaders.

Skills and Experience Employers Seek

Employers commonly look for extensive experience in quality assurance, software or systems testing, and technical leadership. Relevant strengths may include test automation, performance and reliability testing, risk-based test planning, quality metrics, and familiarity with modern development and deployment workflows. Clear communication and the ability to build and mentor high-performing teams are also important.

Career Opportunities and Compensation

Director-level test engineering roles are available across industries that depend on reliable technology, including software, financial services, healthcare, telecommunications, and manufacturing. Compensation varies by employer, location, industry, and scope of responsibility. Ladders focuses on vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more, helping experienced candidates discover roles aligned with their leadership goals.

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Browse current openings, compare responsibilities, and identify positions that match your experience in quality and engineering leadership. Use Ladders to focus your search on senior-level opportunities and take the next step in your test engineering career.

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$113K - $160K *

Take ownership of quality assurance processes, developing automated and manual testing solutions to enhance software quality and customer satisfaction across large-scale projects...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$113K - $160K *

Help us shape the future of AWS by developing innovative testing solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure software quality and enhance customer experiences through automated and ma...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$80K - $95K *

Take ownership of quality assurance processes, managing audits and corrective actions. Collaborate across teams to enhance product compliance and drive continuous improvement initiatives within the Qu...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$150K - $200K *

Transform your career by leading spacecraft vehicle-level verification and testing. Engage early in development to ensure readiness for integration, collaborating with experts to define and execute co...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$86K - $138K *

Join a team that's dedicated to developing innovative power distribution solutions and safety circuitry. Lead hardware development for multiple projects, ensuring timely delivery and alignment with cu...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$86K - $138K *

Shape the future of power distribution solutions by leading hardware development for innovative building systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure timely delivery and alignment with c...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $190K *

Join us to validate and verify complex satellite communications systems for the U.S. Marine Corps. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure robust performance and mission success in a critica...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$130K - $200K *

Elevate your career by leading software engineering teams to deliver innovative retail solutions. Drive execution, team health, and technical excellence while managing end-to-end product delivery in a...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$175K - $225K *

Transform the future of robotics by leading a dynamic Production Engineering team. Drive innovation from prototype to mass production, ensuring quality and efficiency while mentoring engineers and sha...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$123K - $185K *

Architect comprehensive test solutions and lead integrated test plans for advanced defense systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure technical performance and compliance while managin...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $190K *

Accelerate your career by validating and testing complex satellite communications systems for the U.S. Marine Corps. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure robust performance and mission su...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$120K - $190K *

Champion system test engineering for complex SATCOM and networking systems, ensuring robust performance and mission success through validation, verification, and collaboration with cross-functional te...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$120K - $190K *

Lead the charge in validating and testing complex satellite communications systems for the U.S. Marine Corps. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure robust performance and mission success i...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$120K - $190K *

Lead the validation and testing of complex satellite communications systems, ensuring robust performance and mission success for the U.S. Marine Corps. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to execu...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$120K - $145K *

Join a team that's dedicated to innovating medical device technology. Lead the design and development of electrical hardware and firmware, ensuring compliance and reliability while mentoring future le...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $180K *

Lead and mentor RTL design engineers, optimizing microarchitectural features and ensuring successful project delivery in a collaborative, innovative environment for semiconductor solutions...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Pioneer quality assurance by validating complex workflows and integrations. Collaborate with diverse teams to develop test cases, execute testing strategies, and ensure software quality for critical g...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $110K *

Elevate quality standards by leading the quality management system, ensuring compliance with ISO/IEC 17025 and Nadcap. Collaborate with teams to drive continuous improvement and maintain strong relati...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$134K - $165K *

Innovate as a senior technical leader, driving AI integration and scalable solutions across a SaaS portfolio. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance user experiences and mentor engineers i...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$129K - $193K *

Champion quality lifecycle development and logistics for RQ-4 programs. Collaborate with teams to meet budget, schedule, and quality objectives while leading project performance and ensuring complianc...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$129K - $193K *

Take ownership of product support integration for RQ-4 programs, ensuring quality lifecycle development and logistics services are delivered on time and within budget while collaborating with diverse...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$77K - $116K *

Empower innovation by automating hardware testing and integration for flight systems. Collaborate with engineering teams to enhance development workflows and ensure rapid deployment of cutting-edge te...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$140K - $165K *

Engineer robust manufacturing processes and lead a dynamic team to drive efficiency, quality, and innovation. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure successful product transitions and continuous imp...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$124K - $140K *

Drive innovation in automated test equipment management, leading a team to enhance engineering verification and production testing. Collaborate across functions to ensure equipment reliability and com...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $195K *

Lead the planning and execution of ground and flight test campaigns, ensuring safety, integration, and compliance with program goals while collaborating with cross-functional teams and government part...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Director of Test Engineering do?question toggle

    A Director of Test Engineering sets quality and testing strategy, leads test engineering teams, and oversees processes and tools that verify products meet functional, performance, reliability, and security requirements.

  • What qualifications are typically required for Director, Test Engineering jobs?question toggle

    Employers typically seek substantial experience in software, systems, or product testing; a record of technical team leadership; and expertise in areas such as test automation, quality planning, and modern development workflows. Requirements vary by role.

  • What skills are important for a Director of Test Engineering?question toggle

    Important skills often include test strategy, automation, risk assessment, quality metrics, performance testing, cross-functional collaboration, and the ability to hire, mentor, and lead teams.

  • What industries hire Directors of Test Engineering?question toggle

    Opportunities can be found in software and technology, financial services, healthcare, telecommunications, manufacturing, and other sectors where product quality and system reliability are critical.

  • How can I find Director, Test Engineering jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Browse Director, Test Engineering listings on Ladders, which focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more. Review each listing for its salary details, responsibilities, and qualifications.