Test Operations Supervisor - Function
Role Overview
Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense (EBAD) is seeking a highly motivated and technically driven Test Operations Superviso r to support our Function Test Operations team.
This role is ideal for an engineering professional who thrives in a fast-paced aerospace and defense environment and is passionate about leading complex testing initiatives that directly support mission-critical systems and national defense programs.
The Test Operations Supervisor will provide technical leadership and engineering oversight within the test laboratory environment.
Working closely with cross functional teams, this individual will drive execution, ensure technical excellence and compliance, and support continuous improvement growth initiatives across test operations.
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Key Responsibilities:
- Lead a team of technicians in activities supporting functional testing for aerospace and defense testing programs.
- Provide technical direction and oversight for test setup, execution, troubleshooting, and data analysis.
- Coordinate engineering priorities with the Test Lab Manager to ensure successful execution of program schedules and deliverables.
- Collaborate with design engineering, manufacturing, quality, and program management teams to support product validation and qualification efforts.
- Develop and improve laboratory procedures, test methods, and engineering documentation.
- Drive root cause investigations and corrective actions related to test anomalies or equipment issues.
- Mentor and support junior engineers and technical staff within the test lab environment.
- Champion a strong culture of safety, accountability, technical rigor, and continuous improvement.
- Support capital equipment planning and laboratory capability enhancements.
- Ensure compliance with customer, military, aerospace, and internal quality standards.
Qualifications:
- Demonstrated experience leading and developing technical teams through coaching, mentoring, performance management, and employee development.
- Proven ability to build high-performing teams by fostering accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related technical discipline.
- 5+ years of engineering experience in aerospace, defense, manufacturing, testing, or related technical environments.
- Demonstrated leadership experience within engineering or laboratory operations.
- Strong understanding of test methodologies, instrumentation, data acquisition systems, and troubleshooting techniques.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment.
- Excellent communication, collaboration, and organizational skills.
- Experience working within regulated industries and quality systems preferred.
- Familiarity with aerospace and defense standards is highly desirable.
- Why Join EBAD?
- At Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense, innovation is driven by purpose. Our technologies support critical aerospace, defense, and national security missions around the world. We value collaboration, technical excellence, and employees who are ready to make an impact.
- This is an opportunity to join a respected industry leader where your expertise will directly contribute to advancing next-generation defense technologies in a hands-on engineering leadership role.
- The anticipated yearly wage range for this position is $90,000 - $120,000. The salary range represents the range EBAD has established in good faith for this position and may vary based on qualifications, experience, education, skills, internal equity, and business needs.
- EBAD offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance; retirement benefits; paid time off and holidays; life and disability insurance; employee assistance and wellness resources; and incentive compensation eligibility, subject to applicable plan terms and conditions. Benefit eligibility may vary based on position, work location, employment status, and applicable plan provisions.
- Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, national origin, or veteran status.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience working within regulated industries and quality systems preferred.
About Ensign-Bickford Industries
Develops aerospace systems, diagnostic tests, and pet food enhancers.
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