Engineering Test Support Lead

CHAOS Industries is redefining modern defense with a multi-product portfolio that gives the ultimate advantagedomain dominance. The companys products are powered by Coherent Distributed Networks (CDN) empowering warfighters commercial air operators and border protection teams to act faster adapt rapidly and stay ahead of evolving threats.

CHAOS Industries was founded in 2022 and has raised a total of $1 billion in funding from leading investors including 8VC Accel and Valor Equity Partners. The company is headquartered in Los Angeles with offices in Washington D.C. San Francisco San Diego Seattle and London. For more information please visit .

Role Overview

We are seeking a Engineering Test Support Lead to work closely with the Chief Engineer providing essential support in organizing scheduling and executing test activities for next-generation radar systems. This role is primarily focused on coordination logistics and ensuring smooth operations rather than technical engineering or design. You will help translate the Chief Engineers plans into actionable steps manage resources and facilitate communication across teams to ensure successful test execution.

Responsibilities

• Support the Chief Engineer in implementing test plans and strategies by managing schedules resources andlogistics
• Coordinate test campaigns by arranging facilities travel equipment and personnel
• Serve as the main point of contact for testlogistics ensuring all stakeholders are informed and aligned
• Prepare and distribute test documentation schedules and reports as directed by the Chief Engineer
• Manage communication and timelines with external partners such as drone oraircraftpilots
• Track progress on testobjectives milestones and deliverables providing regular updates to the Chief Engineer
• Organize andfacilitatemeetings reviews and after-action debriefs
• Assistwith procurement and shipment of test materials and equipment
• Helpmaintainrecords of test activities and outcomes
• Support the Chief Engineer in balancing priorities and resolving issues as they arise

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelors degree in electricalengineeringaerospaceengineeringphysics or related field
• 10 years of experience in radar systems RF systems or defense sensor development
• Proventrack recordleading complex system test programs in fast-paced environments
• U nderstanding of:
  • Radar systems and RF fundamentals
  • System integration and verification
  • Test design instrumentation and data analysis
  • Deep e xperience running field tests and working in operational environments
  • Ability to debug across the stack: hardware firmware and software
• Strong ownership mindsetyou take systems from concept to proven capability
• Travel up to50% as needed to supportproduct andcustomerobjectives
• Ability to obtaina security clearance

Preferred Requirements

• Experience with multi-staticorphased arrayradar systems
• Background in DoD programs military testing or classified systems
• Experience building test organizations in a startup or rapid-development environment
• Familiarity with autonomy tracking systems or sensor fusion
• Active security clearance

Why CHAOS

• Health Benefits: Medical dental and vision benefits 100% paid for by the company
• Additional benefits : 401k ( 50% company match up to 6% of pay) FSA HSA life insurance and more
• Our Perks: Free daily lunch No meeting Fridays unlimited PTO casual dress code
• Compensation Components: Competitive base salaries generous pre-IPO stock option grants relocation assistance and (coming soon!) annual bonuses
• Team Growth: 250 employees and counting across 5 global offices

Salary Range: $170000 - $220000

The stated compensation range reflects only the targeted base compensation range and excludes additional earnings such as bonus equity and benefits. If your compensation requirements fall outside of the range we still encourage you to apply. The salary range for this role is an estimate based on a range of compensation factors inclusive of base salary only. Actual salary offer may vary based on (but not limited to) work experience education and/or training critical skills and/or business considerations.

Recruiting Agencies: CHAOS Industries does not accept unsolicited resumes or outreach. Unsolicited submissions will not be reviewed or compensated.

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