Test Engineer Manager – Honeybee Robotics

Test Engineer Manager – Honeybee Robotics

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, or Aerospace Engineering (or other relevant fields) from an accredited university
• 8 to 15 years of experience in testing and test engineering, with 5+ years specifically in aerospace or related industries such as launch vehicles or aircraft
• Expertise in managing personnel and projects, with the ability to lead effectively in uncertain environments
• Proven track record in initiating new testing processes and continual improvement initiatives
• Excellent communication skills and proficiency in both written and software applications, including office and technical software (e.g., CAD, ERP)
• Ability to design industry-compliant processes, such as those adhering to AS9100 quality standards
• Experience with pressurized test equipment or equivalent systems, including setup and operation
• Familiarity with nonconformance, Manufacturing Execution, and MRP systems, along with signature authority on aerospace drawings
• Capable of adapting to multiple shifts and fostering an inclusive and trustworthy workplace environment
• Ability to earn trust, maintain positive and professional relationships, and contribute to a culture of inclusion
• Must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.

Responsibilities

• Manage the daily functions of the Test Engineering Team, as well as related equipment and procedures
• Develop and implement automated test solutions to improve efficiency while ensuring the highest levels of product quality
• Attract and nurture talent for the Longmont, Co Test Engineering division
• Offer mentorship, education, and chances for skill enhancement to team members
• Foster a culture of collaboration and boost team morale
• Work with electrical, mechanical, and systems engineering teams to ensure test requirements are clearly defined thereby ensuring design for testability considerations are implemented
• Advocate for and uphold a safe working environment
• Create and track department performance metrics, including safety, quality, cost, schedule, and overall efficiency
• Conduct essential administrative tasks such as hiring, evaluating performance, guiding development, planning resources, and overseeing budgets
• Organize team schedules to meet internal deadlines effectively
• Work with colleagues to resolve capacity and scheduling challenges
• Implement strategies to enhance efficiency by minimizing setup, processing, and machining durations
• Develop, sustain, and refine workplace organization and cleanliness standards, such as 5S and FOD controls
• Provide regular updates on hardware delivery progress during daily meetings
• Support proposal efforts for test execution and test NRE
• Ensure the regular maintenance and calibration of all tools and equipment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, or Aerospace Engineering (or other relevant fields) from an accredited university
• Experience with Python and LabVIEW
• Software – hardware/ test equipment integration experience
• Desired automation experience for manual/ labor intensive test processes including gearbox, motor, and actuator assembly testing