Test Engineering Manager - 2nd or 3rd Shift
Company: Calspan Corporation
Location: Buffalo
Posted on: February 1, 2025
Job Description:
OverviewCalspan is the premier independent provider of testing
and technology development services, solutions, and systems in the
aerospace, defense, and automotive industries. Our diverse skill
set and unique testing capabilities help innovators push the limits
of technology to transform the future.We seek a Test Engineering
Manager to work either second or third shift. Calspan's Transonic
wind tunnel operates continuously to produce high-quality data and
reduce uncertainty. Our agile teams are great collaborators who
ensure customer tests proceed in an organized and timely manner.
Throughout the testing process, we manage potential risks with our
integrated solutions, including balance design, production,
calibration, and model positioning systems.This position will
manage the execution of customer test programs. It will assign
engineering staff to meet pre-test, test, and post-test objectives.
It will identify opportunities to improve tunnel customer
deliverables and operational efficiency and maintain relevant
processes and documentation.Everything we do with our customers and
employees is based upon our goal of being selective to join and
difficult to leave. We operate with a core set of values
surrounding inclusiveness, accountability, and innovation. Do you
have what it takes to Be Calspan?ResponsibilitiesCore
Responsibilities Listed Below - Compensation and position level
commensurate with education and experience.Manager
Responsibilities:
- Manage with the intent to motivate, train and develop. Manage
administrative responsibilities (scheduling, timekeeping,
budgeting). Provide timely, constructive feedback regarding work
and performance. Manage non-performing employees in accordance with
company policy. Manage high-potential employees to career
succession and growth opportunities.
- Support the accurate and efficient execution of aerospace
testing operations. Organize test objectives and requirements and
communicate them to the test crew. Verify and validate aerodynamic
test data. Monitor progress and provide feedback to the test crew.
Maintain close coordination with the customer. Communicate status
to leadership.
- Provide technical guidance regarding test execution,
troubleshooting, and pretest activities. Maintain close
communication with the customer. Communicate test requirements,
plans, and changes to the project team. Ensure projects are
completed in accordance with the project plan and in alignment with
customer requirements.
- Assist in maintaining schedules, assessing risk, monitoring and
improving data quality, as well as communicating with other
shifts.
- Develop and implement policies, standards, and procedures for
the department's engineering and technical work.
- Lead or assist on special projects to determine, develop, and
implement new technologies for future growth in capabilities and
offerings.QualificationsPreferred Education / Experience:
- Bachelors in Aerospace Engineering or related discipline;
- 9+ years' experience in a testing environment;
- Previous experience in a management position or a combination
of education and experience equivalent to above;
- Due to the security requirements for this position, US
Citizenship is required.Preferred Knowledge / Ability:
- Experience with wind tunnel operational principles.
- Experience with experiment test methods & industrial
testing.
- Experience with flow visualization techniques.
- Experience with Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD).
- Application of project management practices (metrics, tracking,
etc.).
- Experience with data acquisition, signal conditioning, and
instrumentation.
- Ability to read, interpret, and manage engineering plans and
specifications.
- Ability to interpret a variety of technical instructions in
mathematical or diagram form and manage abstract and concrete
variables.
- History of mentoring Engineers, Co-ops / Interns, and
Technicians.
- Travel required (approximately 5%).Work Schedule: 2nd or 3rd
ShiftWhy join Calspan?Be Calspan CultureAt Calspan, we promote an
environment that empowers employees and encourages innovation. Our
management team enables a strong sense of teamwork with each
endeavor, where successes are shared and lessons are learned. The
company's talent brand, "Be Calspan", incorporates our company
values to Be Inclusive, Accountable, and Innovative and our
commitment to drive every individual to - Be Developed, Be
Balanced, Be Connected, Be Community and Be Recognized. Our culture
promotes a positive atmosphere and competitive can-do method of
action.Great Benefits = Happy, Committed EmployeesRetaining great
talent is as important as finding it, so at Calspan, we take our
employee value proposition of Be Calspan quite seriously. To us,
that means offering competitive compensation, comprehensive
benefits, recognition programs, and promotional opportunities. Our
benefits include: Health Insurance, Health Savings Accounts,
Flexible Spending Accounts, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance,
Life Insurance/Accidental Death & Dismemberment,
Short-Term/Long-Term Disability, 401(k), Hospital Coverage,
Accident Coverage, Life Insurance Policy, Paid-Time Off,
Company-paid Holidays, Bereavement Leave, Jury Duty, Military
Leave, Employee Assistance Program, Educational Assistance
Reimbursement, and Pet Insurance.Calspan is an equal opportunity
employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for
employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual
orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or
veteran status. Calspan supports a safe and drug-free workplace
through pre-employment background checks and drug testing.The
salary range provided is a general guideline. Actual pay will
depend on several factors, including, but not limited to,
education, experience, training, and other applicable
qualifications. Calspan is committed to pay transparency in
compliance with applicable state and local laws.All candidates must
be eligible to work in the United States.Salary Range (min)USD
$110,000.00/Yr.Salary Range (max)USD $132,000.00/Yr.
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