Director, Test and Operations

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      "text": "RESPONSIBILITIES:",
      "content": "<div>\n<div>\n<div>\n\n<li><span data-contrast=\"none\">Lead all test engineering activities, including test architecture, test stand design, instrumentation, data acquisition systems, qualification planning, and development of test procedures and methodologies.</span></li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"none\">Own end</span><span data-contrast=\"none\">‑</span><span data-contrast=\"none\">to</span><span data-contrast=\"none\">‑</span><span data-contrast=\"none\">end test operations across&nbsp;component, subsystem, stage, and full system campaigns, ensuring safe, efficient, and repeatable execution of all test activities.</span></li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"none\">Drive test readiness through test planning, scheduling, configuration control, hardware flow coordination, and managing risk through rigorous pre</span><span data-contrast=\"none\">‑</span><span data-contrast=\"none\">test and post</span><span data-contrast=\"none\">‑</span><span data-contrast=\"none\">test review processes.</span></li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"none\">Work closely with the sites and facilities team to develop and manage test facilities, ground support equipment, and infrastructure required for engine, structural, environmental, and integrated vehicle testing.</span></li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"none\">Build, mentor, and scale a high</span><span data-contrast=\"none\">‑</span><span data-contrast=\"none\">performing team spanning test engineering, test technicians, operators, and test site support functions.</span></li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"none\">Ensure compliance with all safety, EHS, and regulatory requirements while establishing a strong culture of disciplined test execution.</span></li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"none\">Partner closely with Engineering, Manufacturing, Launch, and Program teams to ensure test assets and campaigns align with development priorities and delivery milestones.</span></li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"none\">Oversee incident response, anomaly investigations, and corrective actions to ensure lessons learned drive organizational improvements.</span></li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"none\">Manage budgets, capital planning, and vendor relationships related to test infrastructure, equipment, and site operations</span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">&nbsp;</span></li>\n\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>"
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      "text": "BASIC QUALIFICATIONS: ",
      "content": "<div>\n<div>\n\n<li><span data-contrast=\"none\">Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, Aerospace, Electrical, or related engineering discipline;&nbsp;Master’s&nbsp;preferred.</span></li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"none\">10+ years of experience in test engineering, test operations, or integrated test roles in aerospace, defense, propulsion, or high</span><span data-contrast=\"none\">‑</span><span data-contrast=\"none\">growth hardware environments.</span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">&nbsp;</span></li>\n\n</div>\n</div>"
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      "text": "REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE: ",
      "content": "<div>\n<div>\n\n<li><span data-contrast=\"none\">Proven hands-on experience leading complex test campaigns at the component, subsystem, and system levels (e.g., propulsion, structures, avionics, integrated vehicle).</span></li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"none\">5+ years of people</span><span data-contrast=\"none\">‑</span><span data-contrast=\"none\">leadership experience overseeing multi</span><span data-contrast=\"none\">‑</span><span data-contrast=\"none\">disciplinary teams (test engineers, technicians, operators).</span></li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"none\">Demonstrated ability to build and scale test infrastructure, including test stands, data acquisition systems, instrumentation, and control systems.</span></li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"none\">Strong working knowledge of test methodologies, qualification and acceptance testing, instrumentation, DAQ systems, telemetry, and control-room operations.</span></li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"none\">Deep familiarity with test safety, hazard analysis, EHS/OSHA requirements, and disciplined test execution processes.</span></li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"none\">Experience with root-cause analysis, anomaly investigation, corrective action development, and structured post</span><span data-contrast=\"none\">‑</span><span data-contrast=\"none\">test reviews.</span></li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"none\">Expertise in planning, scheduling, and managing test operations in coordination with engineering, manufacturing, and program teams.</span></li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"none\">Strong communication, documentation, and stakeholder-management skills</span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">&nbsp;</span></li>\n\n</div>\n</div>"
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      "text": "PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:",
      "content": "<div>\n<div>\n<div>\n\n<li><span data-contrast=\"none\">Experience building or&nbsp;operating&nbsp;new test sites or major test infrastructure from the ground up.</span></li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"none\">Background in missile systems, flight test, propulsion systems, or rapid</span><span data-contrast=\"none\">‑</span><span data-contrast=\"none\">test development programs.</span></li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"none\">Familiarity with configuration management, requirements traceability, and systems engineering processes.</span></li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"none\">Experience with automation, data pipelines, real</span><span data-contrast=\"none\">‑</span><span data-contrast=\"none\">time control systems, and advanced instrumentation.</span></li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"none\">Prior startup or high</span><span data-contrast=\"none\">‑</span><span data-contrast=\"none\">growth environment experience where speed, adaptability, and hands</span><span data-contrast=\"none\">‑</span><span data-contrast=\"none\">on leadership are critical.</span></li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"none\">Ability to work in outdoor, high</span><span data-contrast=\"none\">‑</span><span data-contrast=\"none\">energy</span><span data-contrast=\"none\">‑</span><span data-contrast=\"none\">test, or remote</span><span data-contrast=\"none\">‑</span><span data-contrast=\"none\">site environments.</span></li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"none\">ITAR</span><span data-contrast=\"none\">‑</span><span data-contrast=\"none\">related experience and ability to&nbsp;maintain&nbsp;secure</span><span data-contrast=\"none\">‑</span><span data-contrast=\"none\">access compliance.</span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">&nbsp;</span></li>\n\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>"
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      "text": "ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: ",
      "content": "<div>\n<div>\n\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Can work in&nbsp;an indoor manufacturing environment 70%, outdoors 30%</span></li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Travel between our Port of Long Beach (70%), El Segundo (20%), and other facilities (10%) as required. Occasional travel to our other in-state and out-of-state sites may be required.</span></li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"none\">Ability to sit or stand for extended periods of time</span></li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"none\">Ability to use a computer to complete assignments</span></li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"none\">Ability to communicate with individuals and groups in person, by phone, and telepresence</span></li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"none\">Ability to pick up to 12lbs</span></li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"none\">While performing the duties of this job, the employee will typically work in an office environment</span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">&nbsp;</span></li>\n\n</div>\n</div>"
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