Testing Engineering Manager

Job Summary As a Testing Engineer you will define system and equipment test plans to support the development of electric propulsion systems and battery-powered aircraft. You will create test benches, tools and procedures to verify system performance, safety and certification throughout the development lifecycle. Key Responsibilities Define requirements for test equipment, rigs, and laboratory capabilities supporting electric propulsion systems (motors, drives, controls, and system integration). Oversee the design, procurement, commissioning, and lifecycle management of test assets. Implement advanced data acquisition, control systems and automation capabilities to enhance testing efficiency and insight. Ensure test environments accurately represent operational conditions and system behavior. Lead, mentor and develop a team of test engineers and technicians across multiple laboratories. Establish clear roles, performance expectations and development pathways within the test organization. Foster a culture of accountability, safety and engineering excellence. Act as the primary interface between test and cross‑functional teams (systems, electrical, mechanical, software, program management). Support product development by providing timely and high‑quality test data to inform design decisions. Partner with global engineering and manufacturing teams to align test practices and standards. Manage budgets, timelines, risks and resource allocation for test development activities. Support customer engagements and represent test infrastructure activities in technical reviews. Ensure all test activities are conducted in a safe, controlled and compliant manner. Maintain configuration control and obsolescence management for test systems. Champion adherence to company and regulatory requirements across all testing activities. Qualifications & Experience Bachelor’s, Master’s or Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Control Systems or a related discipline. 10+ years of experience in system-level testing, integration or validation within aerospace or high-reliability industries. Demonstrated experience leading test organizations, programs or complex laboratory environments. Strong knowledge of electric propulsion systems, power electronics and high‑voltage systems. Familiarity with aerospace validation and qualification standards such as DO-160 and ARP4754A. Expertise in test system architecture, instrumentation and data acquisition. Proficiency in requirements management and verification/validation processes. Experience working in structured product development environments (phase-gate or similar frameworks). Strategic mindset with the ability to translate technical requirements into executable plans. Strong leadership and team development capabilities. Excellent cross‑functional collaboration and stakeholder management skills. Analytical and data-driven decision-making skills. Effective communication skills, including the ability to interface with customers and leadership. Experience working with global engineering teams. Willingness to travel domestically and internationally as required. Additional Considerations Commitment to safety, quality and continuous improvement. Equal Employment Opportunity Nidec is an Equal Employment Opportunity and affirmative action employer encouraging diversity. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to age, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, genetic information, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, veteran status or other protected characteristics. For more information, refer to #J-18808-Ljbffr Nidec Corporation