Testing Engineering Manager

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Job Summary

The sky is no longer the limit as Nidec takes its technology off the ground and into the Aerospace market. As the Testing Engineer you will have the opportunity to define system/equipment test plans, specifying the test benches that will support the development of the electric propulsion systems and the system/equipment verification for the battery-powered aircrafts that will enable the word to sustainably and efficiently get from point A to point B.

Nidec is the world’s leading electric motor manufacturer and a true pioneer in electrification across a wide array of industries since its foundation in 1973, ranging from appliance, energy infrastructure, to ground transportation. Nidec Aerospace is a newly created Joint Venture between Nidec and Embraer which intends to take a leading role in the Electrification of Aircrafts. We are well-positioned and excited to support the aerospace industry in its ambitious transition to net-zero carbon emissions by 2050.

The ideal candidate will embody Nidec’s key pillars of Passion, Enthusiasm, and Tenacity with their passion to learn, enthusiasm to exceed market expectations, and tenacity to solve complex technical issues. From ideation to production, you will work with a diverse and experienced team of design engineers to support aerospace industry leaders and spearhead technological advances in transport decarbonization.

Job Description

The Test Engineering Manager is responsible for defining and executing the strategy, infrastructure, and processes required to validate electric propulsion systems for aerospace applications. This role oversees the development of integrated test capabilities, ensuring products meet performance, safety, and certification requirements throughout the development lifecycle.

This leader partners closely with engineering, program management, and operations to ensure test readiness aligns with program milestones, while building scalable and robust test environments that support current and future platforms.

Key Responsibilities

Test Infrastructure & Capability Development

• 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

Team Leadership & Development

• 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

Cross-Functional Integration

• Act as the primary interface between test and cross-functional teams, including systems, electrical, mechanical, software, and program management
• Support product development by ensuring timely and high-quality test data to inform design decisions
• Partner with global engineering and manufacturing teams to align test practices and standards

Program & Project Management

• Manage budgets, timelines, risks, and resource allocation for test development activities
• Support customer engagements and represent test infrastructure activities in technical reviews

Safety, Compliance & Governance

• 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 PhD in Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Control Systems, or related discipline
• Significant experience (typically 10+ years) 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
  • Aerospace validation and qualification standards (e.g., DO-160, ARP4754A)
  • Test system architecture, instrumentation, and data acquisition
  • Requirements management and verification/validation processes
• Experience working in structured product development environments (e.g., phase-gate or similar frameworks)

Key Competencies

• 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
• Effective communication skills, including the ability to interface with customers and leadership

Additional Considerations

• Experience working with global engineering teams preferred
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally as required
• Commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement

 

Additional Job Details

Management – M2

Organizational Impact
• Works to achieve operational, functional, and/or business targets within team with direct impact on departmental or job family results
• Delivers operational results that have impact on the immediate or short-term results (e.g., less than 1 year) for the department and/or job family group
• Plans and establishes goals and objectives for a team typically comprising of intermediate-level professionals and entry level professionals
Communication & Influence
• Communicates with parties within and occasionally outside of own department or job family, which may include external clients or partners depending upon the job area
• Requires ability to influence others outside of own job area on policies, practices and procedures
Innovation & Complexity
• Responsible for making moderate improvements of processes, systems, or products to enhance performance of the job area
• Problems are difficult and moderately complex and typically impact multiple departments or job family
• Problems are typically solved through drawing from prior experience and analysis of issues
Leadership & Talent Management
• Manages a team typically comprising of intermediate-level professionals and entry level professionals
• Leads, directs and reviews the work of team members in order to accomplish operational plans and results
• Typically has hiring, firing, promotion, and reward authority within own area, in accordance with manager review and approval
Knowledge & Experience
• Requires practical knowledge in leading and managing the execution of processes, projects and tactics within one job area
• Typically has advanced knowledge and skills within a specific technical or professional discipline with understanding of the impact of work on other areas of the organization
• Typically has a bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional certification and 5 years of prior relevant experience

Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action at Nidec
Nidec is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Affirmative Action Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to their age, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, genetic information, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. For more information regarding your (EEO) rights as an applicant, please visit the following website: http://www1.eeoc.gov/employers/upload/eeoc_self_print_poster.pdf

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No Soliciting

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