Crane Aerospace and Electronics has an exciting opportunity for a Test Engineering Manager at our Lynnwood, WA location. About Crane: Crane Aerospace & Electronics supplies critical systems and components to the aerospace and defense markets. You’ll find Crane Aerospace & Electronics in some of the toughest environments: from engines to landing gear; from satellites to medical implants and from missiles to unmanned aerial systems (UAS). Located in the epicenter of United States aviation manufacturing, our Crane Aerospace & Electronics Lynnwood, Wash., facility delivers industry-leading aerospace & defense power and fluid solutions. Our products are rugged enough to fly 5 billion miles from Earth on NASA’s New Horizons spacecraft and innovative enough to be featured on Eviation’s Alice all-electric aircraft. You’ll join a group of aerospace professionals committed to engineering excellence and work in a community tucked between the idyllic Puget Sound and Cascade Mountains. Start the next chapter of your career with Crane Aerospace & Electronics! Job Summary: The Test Engineering Manager provides the leadership to and exercises overall direction and control over a design engineering section with responsibility for developing and maintaining test equipment, creating and executing test strategies for product development. Essential Functions: Accountable for Test Engineering design and development activities that meets all customer specifications and company requirements for schedule, cost, producibility, and reliability. Responsible for overall test engineering performance and efficiency. Ensure consistent performance for all associates within test engineering organization through talent development and effective performance management. Responsible for project management work over several Capital projects to develop test equipment with accountability for design criteria and concepts, planning, scheduling, cost estimating of the projects. Responsible for monitoring, controlling, and coordinating all activities to ensure timely delivery of project objectives. Responsible for managing and coordinating continuous improvement activities in their area with sustainable results through continuous evaluation and improvement of existing test processes, tools, and methodologies. Acts as an expert in test strategy and other testing related matters Develop organizational operating plans and procedures within framework of department policies. Provide technical consultation, service and support to other departments, customers and vendors as necessary. Responsible for resource allocation and capacity planning, delegate appropriate level of authority, and hold individuals accountable for results. Ensure test engineering conduct successful design and peer reviews for test engineering deliverables. Evaluate and recommend new test facilities, equipment, materials, and components. Any other tasks as assigned by supervisor or management. Minimum Qualifications : Experience: 5 + years of experience in hardware testing and/or test equipment development, and 3+ years in a managerial role. Education/Certification: BS degree in Electrical, Computer, or Electro-mechanical Engineering or related field. Knowledge: Demonstrated knowledge of testing fundamentals including new product development cycle, testing levels and types. Demonstrated ability to create a test strategy, plan, and schedule and in accordance with master project plan. Demonstrated understanding of typical testing risks and mitigation strategy. Skills/Abilities: Ability to effectively organize work functions and staff assignments. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with all levels of employees and customers. Strong ability written and oral communication and presentation skills. Ability to make informed decision under pressure. Ability to coach, mentor, resolve conflict, and performance manage. Eligibility Requirement: This position may require access to Controlled Data or Information. Where the position requires such access only US Persons will be considered. As a US Department of Defense contractor, we are bound by International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). Preferred Qualifications : PMP Certification Experience working in Aerospace or other regulated industries. Working Conditions : Standard office environment Work requires substantial visual concentration on detail Working conditions are normal for a manufacturing environment Manufacturing operations may require the use of safety equipment to include but not limited to: eye safety glasses, gowning, masks, hearing protectors, heel/wrist straps and any other required PPE May be exposed to unusual environmental conditions such as loud noises, cold temperatures, confined spaces, dust or fumes Standing: 10% percentage is approximate and may vary depending on work task Sitting: 90% percentage is approximate and may vary depending on work task Lifting (in pounds): up to 10 pounds Pushing (in pounds): up to 10 pounds Mental/Visual: use of computer, calculator, filing cabinets Workspace (line, cube, etc): office Top Benefits: Salary range: $181,600.00 to $215,400.00. Several factors contribute to actual salary, including experience in a similar role or performing comparable job responsibilities, skills, training, and other qualifications. Some roles may be eligible for participation in performance-based bonus programs. As a team member at Crane Aerospace and Electronics, you’ll enjoy: Benefits: Health care, dental, vision, life and disability insurance starting the first day of the month Time Off: 15 days of paid time off that start accruing your first day at Crane and 12 paid holidays per year. 401k Retirement Plan: 401k plan with company match Education Reimbursement: eligible after 90 days of employment You can see a list of our benefits at https://www.craneae.com/company/careers or visit our website at www.CraneAE.com for more information on our company and great opportunities. We are committed to operational excellence and world class processes. We employ Lean manufacturing techniques to optimize manufacturing efficiency and accuracy on all product lines. Our products are known for their technical strength, proven reliability and overall value. In our efforts to maintain a safe and drug-free workplace, Crane Aerospace & Electronics requires that candidates complete a satisfactory background check. FAA sensitive positions require employees to participate in a random drug test pool. This description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work being performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Crane Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, marital status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, pregnancy, medical condition, genetic information, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected under federal, state, or applicable local law. #LI-JJ1 #CAE
