Test Pilot Manager jobs in Santa Cruz, CA

Test Pilot Manager oversees pilots who test model aircraft to ensure compliance with federal regulations and product specifications. Determines if model is suitable for flying and testing. Being a Test Pilot Manager organizes scheduling for testing and for demonstrations for government officials or customers. Recommends changes to cockpit or aircraft to better meet the pilot's needs or to improve flight. Additionally, Test Pilot Manager assists engineering team in developing tests and maneuvers for test pilots. Requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to the head of a unit/department. The Test Pilot Manager typically manages through subordinate managers and professionals in larger groups of moderate complexity. Provides input to strategic decisions that affect the functional area of responsibility. May give input into developing the budget. Capable of resolving escalated issues arising from operations and requiring coordination with other departments. To be a Test Pilot Manager typically requires 3+ years of managerial experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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System Test Program Manager
  • Cluster
  • Santa Cruz, CA FULL_TIME
  • Company: Electric vehicle

    Opportunity: Our client is looking for a System Test Program Manager who will be responsible for scheduling and planning the Testing Team projects to meet quality and financial requirements.

    Required: You have 4 years of experience with responsibility for implementing or managing change in an engineering environment.

    Core responsibilities

    • Take ownership of and formulate the Systems Test Program Plan.
    • Collaborate closely with Testing, Design, Certification, and Manufacturing teams to identify and define testing-related projects required for aircraft hardware development (battery packs, electronics, electric propulsion, flight computers, and navigation systems)
    • Ensure that completed projects align with internal and external performance and documentation standards.
    • Work in coordination with other project managers to align company-level initiatives and achieve key milestones.
    • Actively oversee ongoing projects, monitoring progress, project milestones, and proactively addressing potential issues that could hinder project success.
    • Develop, maintain, communicate, and present schedules to various stakeholders, ranging from individual contributors to executives.
    • Create tools to streamline reporting and planning tasks.

    Required

    • B.S. in a related engineering field.
    • 4 years of experience in an engineering environment, with a track record of implementing or overseeing change initiatives.
    • Showcase a proven ability to manage multiple fast-paced engineering projects simultaneously.
    • Demonstrate comprehensive understanding of the product development cycle for hardware-focused projects
    • Experience with project management tools (MS Project, Smartsheet, Confluence, and JIRA)

    Ideal candidate

    • Experience with FAA certification and aerospace projects
    • Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
    • Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
    • Unlimited Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
    • Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)
    • Stock Option Plan
  • 15 Days Ago

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Test Technician
  • Ultimate
  • Scotts, CA FULL_TIME
  • Job Description Electronics Test TechnicianUltimate Staffing is looking for an Electronics Test Technician to support a growing technology company located in beautiful Scotts Valley, only minutes from...
  • 3 Days Ago

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Test Technician
  • PDS Tech Commercial, Inc.
  • Santa Cruz, CA FULL_TIME
  • PDS TECH is currently looking for Test Technicians for our client in Santa Cruz, CAJob Title:Test TechniciansJob Type:Full timeLocation: Santa Cruz, CA 95060Payrate:$30 - $45We are seeking motivated i...
  • 3 Days Ago

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Test Technician
  • Roth Staffing Companies
  • Scotts, CA FULL_TIME
  • Electronics Test TechnicianUltimate Staffing is looking for an Electronics Test Technician to support a growing technology company located in beautiful Scotts Valley, only minutes from Santa Cruz and ...
  • 1 Month Ago

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Tosca Test Lead
  • New York Technology Partners
  • Watsonville, CA FULL_TIME
  • Job DetailsWork Location: Watsonville, CA (Hybrid)Need Someone with 13 Years of Experience - Please share only Good Quality Senior resumes for the sameMake sure candidate mentions all Required skills ...
  • 10 Days Ago

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Airframe & Actuators - Test Technician
  • Joby Aviation
  • Santa Cruz, CA FULL_TIME
  • Joby Overview Located in Northern California, the team at Joby Aviation is driven by our goal of creating an affordable, all-electric air transportation system. Imagine a piloted air taxi that takes o...
  • 11 Days Ago

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Technical Support Engineer
  • Harvey Nash
  • Santa Clara, CA
  • We are looking for an experienced Support Engineer with a passion for excellence. The Technical Support Engineer will be...
  • 4/17/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Battery Validation Engineer
  • Quest Global
  • Sunnyvale, CA
  • Required Skills 2 to 6 years of experience in Wearables/ Embedded devices / Consumer electronics verification and valida...
  • 4/17/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Battery Validation Engineer
  • Ampstek
  • Sunnyvale, CA
  • Hi, Greetings! Quest Global is hiring for Quest Global / META Role: Battery Validation Engineer Location: Sunnyvale, CA ...
  • 4/17/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Senior Compliance Testing Manager
  • MBK Search
  • Mountain View, CA
  • Job Title: Senior Compliance Testing Manager Location: Mountain View, California; San Diego, California Qualifications E...
  • 4/16/2024 12:00:00 AM

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SDET/Mobile Testing
  • Info Way Solutions LLC
  • Fremont, CA
  • Client: LPL Title: QE Architect Location: Austin, TX (Remote ok) Requirements: Bachelors or Masters in CS or related deg...
  • 4/14/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Quality Assurance Manager
  • CYNET SYSTEMS
  • Sunnyvale, CA
  • Job Description: Pay Range $70hr - $74hr Test approvals and sign offs at least 4-6 years of relevant Workday HCM experie...
  • 4/13/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Program Manager for VMware Enablement
  • Advanced Micro Devices, Inc
  • Santa Clara, CA
  • Overview: WHAT YOU DO AT AMD CHANGES EVERYTHING We care deeply about transforming lives with AMD technology to enrich ou...
  • 4/13/2024 12:00:00 AM

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QA Automation Architect + Pre-sales
  • Jade Global
  • San Jose, CA
  • This billable role is supporting QA practice-specific Consulting, Advisory, Architecture activities in Sales, Pre-Sales ...
  • 4/13/2024 12:00:00 AM

Santa Cruz (/ˈsæntə ˈkruːz/, Spanish: Holy Cross) is the county seat and largest city of Santa Cruz County, California. As of 2013 the U.S. Census Bureau estimated Santa Cruz's population at 62,864. Situated on the northern edge of Monterey Bay, about 32 mi (51 km) south of San Jose and 75 mi (120 km) south of San Francisco, the city is part of the 12-county San Jose-San Francisco-Oakland Combined Statistical Area. Santa Cruz is known for its moderate climate, natural environment, coastline, redwood forests, alternative community lifestyles, and socially liberal leanings. It is also home to th...
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Income Estimation for Test Pilot Manager jobs
$170,383 to $266,207
Santa Cruz, California area prices
were up 2.5% from a year ago

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