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Senior Manager Test Engineering

Location: 

Danbury, CT, US, 06810-8147

Job ID: 113914 

 

The Leonardo DRS Naval Power Systems business is a trusted provider of innovative naval gas and hybrid power systems, control technology and support solutions for the U.S. Navy and navies around the world.

Job Summary

Leonardo DRS is seeking a Senior Test Engineering Manager to lead and grow a high-performing Test Engineering organization supporting complex defense and commercial nuclear electronic systems. This role is responsible for oversight of test methodologies, test fixture design and deployment, test execution, and test reports across multiple customer programs.

The ideal candidate is both a strong people leader and a technically credible engineer who can drive accountability, improve processes, and ensure high-quality execution in a fast-paced, mission-critical environment.

Job Responsibilities

  • Acquire, lead, mentor, and develop a team of Test Engineers
  • Define and execute test strategies across development, qualification, verification, and production phases
  • Oversee environmental, functional and system-level testing
  • Drive continuous improvement in test processes, documentation, and test automation
  • Partner cross-functionally for Systems, Electrical, Software, Mechanical, Manufacturing and Project Engineering, and Program Management teams
  • Support customer reviews, audits, and compliance requirements
  • Communicate clearly (written and oral) with other company personnel and the customer as required
  • Participate in the preparation of proposals
  • Support capital equipment planning
  • Ensure adherence to program schedules, budgets, and quality standards
  • Develop hiring plans and build bench strength for future growth

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering
  • 7+ years of engineering experience
  • 3+ years of direct people management experience
  • Experience with hardware-based systems testing in a regulated or defense environment
  • Demonstrated ability to lead multi-disciplinary technical teams
  • U.S. Citizenship required; ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance

 U.S. Citizenship required. This position requires an active DOD security clearance or the ability to obtain such clearance within a reasonable time after commencement of employment.

Taking care of our people is a top priority at Leonardo DRS. We are proud to offer competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, a company contribution to a health savings account, telemedicine, life and disability insurance, legal insurance, and a 401(k) savings plan. We champion wellness programs that focus on physical, emotional, and financial well-being. We develop our talent by offering programs and activities to support career-growth, professional development, and skill enhancement. And we understand there is more to life than work, and the importance of offering flexible work schedules with our 9/80 program, competitive vacation, health/emergency leave, paid parental leave, and community service hours. 
*Some employees are eligible for limited benefits only

 

Leonardo DRS, Inc. and its subsidiaries provide equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

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Our Vision. To be the leading mid-tier defense technology company in the U.S.

Our Values. The Leonardo DRS culture is defined by our Core Values and Principles: 

- Integrity
- Agility
- Excellence
- Customer Focus
- Community & Respect
- Innovation

We strive to uphold them in all aspects of our business practices to inspire our employees and provide outstanding support for our customers.

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