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Test Engineering Manager

Whippany Actuation Systems is a dynamic aerospace company that designs and manufactures electromechanical actuators and control electronics for commercial and military applications. We believe that our success over the last 75 years can be credited to the hard-work and dedication of our team. To support our employees, we offer a variety of benefit options so they can choose the coverage based on what is important to their unique lifestyle. These include medical, dental, vision, ID protection, legal insurance, pet insurance, and a robust employee assistance program. In addition, we provide benefits to assist you in planning for your future and providing for your family, including 401K with immediate company match, life insurance, AD&D coverage, and short- and long-term disability benefits.

We are looking for a hands-on manager for our test lab and test engineering team. In this role, you will support the business units by managing and delivering on all test aspects for production and new business strategies.

• Lead the design, manufacture, and validation of test equipment to support new product introduction and improve performance and efficiency of existing legacy equipment;
• Lead the team of test engineers and technicians through multiple projects to adequately support production, productivity improvements, and new product development;
• Foster the growth and professional development of the test engineering team by effectively recruiting, managing, motivating, and developing staff;
• Coordinates engineering, validation, and qualification testing in the test lab and at outside test facilities;
• Manage the maintenance of test equipment and tool calibration for the facility

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, or equivalent field from an accredited university.
• 5 years of experience in electronic or electromechanical test development.
• 3 years of leadership experience in an engineering or test development role.
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally up to 5%.
• Authorization to work in the U.S.

Eligibility Requirements:

This role is restricted to U.S. persons (i.e., U.S. citizens, permanent residents, and other protected individuals under the Immigration and Naturalization Act, 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)) due to access to export-controlled technology. Whippany Actuation Systems will require proof of status before employment.

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Mechanical or Computer Systems Engineering;
• Experience leading or managing multiple short- and long-term test projects simultaneously.
• Strong team building skills and ability to counsel and motivate staff.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Proven ability to bring assignments to a successful completion;
• Exhibits effective leadership qualities, self-motivates and demonstrates a can-do attitude

For more information and to apply, please visit our website @ www.whipactsys.com/careers

Our Commitment:

Whippany Actuation Systems is an EqualOpportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. We are committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteranstatus or other characteristics protected by law.

Individuals who have a disability and would like to request an accommodation with regard to the application and selection process (i.e. the online application or interviews) or have questions regarding our website accessibility, may call 973-560-6662.