Sr. Manager Production Test

Delivering mission-critical, electronic solutions that protect lives. Use your creativity and critical thinking to take our products from concept to customer.

At CAES, we engineer solutions for the world's most critical missions. We serve customers in the defense and aerospace markets.

Seeking a career that offers challenging, diverse projects and opportunities? Looking for a position with a company that offers long-term professional advancement? Searching for a place that values a diverse, team-based environment? One that values YOU. Consider CAES.

The most important thing we build is TRUST

At CAES Mission Systems, Woburn MA, the Sr. Manager Production Test will perform a lead role managing a team of Test Technicians. This individual will work with the Manufacturing Test Technicians to ensure that tasks scheduled for the day are completed and that difficulties are dealt with in a timely manner. This individual will also support the manufacturing organization as an individual contributor by performing tests on RF circuits and setup and troubleshooting of RF systems under test.

• Manage a team of Assemblers, Operators and/or RF Microwave Test Technicians, leading product output and quality by reviewing and assisting in the implementation of test methods and procedures for RF assemblies and subassemblies and associated equipment, including test software, recommending as necessary changes both to maintain and advance testing capability.
• Conduct daily cell meetings to review output, goals, yield, and production related issues and communicate results to site management.
• Remove roadblocks by identifying appropriate test methods, equipment, test fixtures, test procedures and test software.
• Provide leadership in RF test and tuning of existing and newly developed products and standard production testing. Troubleshooting and repairing RF systems to subsystem and component levels. Troubleshoot non-working boards and systems; repairs; modifications and testing of electronic boards.
• Maintain documentation in appropriate process / product documents.
• Create reports on test data, output and yield. Use this data to analyze trends and report unfavorable trends.
• Support completion of assembly operations to meet delivery expectations.
• Identify ways to continuously improve current production processes, including: driving lean manufacturing; visual controls; standard work; and problem solving methods.
• Follow applicable Company quality procedures, placing critical focus on strictly following documented procedures, double-checking work, error-proofing processes
• Ensure 5S practices are implemented and sustained within work areas.
• Ensure Safety, Health and Environment compliance is part of every day activities.
• Participate in staff selection, performance management, coaching, training, employee development, while ensuring compliance to legal and company requirements.
• Develop good cross-functional collaboration between engineering; quality; planning; and other support groups.
• Coordinates and drives the development of lean manufacturing principles.
• Lead cross functional teams to develop and improve business processes.
• Coach teams to manage for daily performance using visual controls.
• Mentor using Gemba walks.
• Coach employees to see abnormal conditions and problem solve systematically.

• Bachelor's Degree in a related field
• 6-8 years' experience in the leadership of a team of technical professionals
• This position requires access to technology, materials, software or hardware that is controlled by US export laws. In order to be eligible for this position, you must be a "US Person" under US export laws (or eligible for approval under a U.S. Government export license).
• Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance.

• Master's Degree in a related field
• 4-5 years' experience in the leadership of a team of technical professionals
• Previous experience in Supervisory / Managerial role, directly assessing skills and performance of technical team members.
• Manufacturing experience with RF electronics; strongly preferred is experience in the Aerospace/Defense industry.
• Lean Six Sigma Blackbelt or Greenbelt Certification.
• Basic soldering skills.
• Ability to work extra hours.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Active SECRET clearance.
• Lean Six Sigma Black Belt or Green Belt Certification.

We are interested in every qualified candidate who is eligible to work in the United States. However, we are not able to sponsor visas.

Salary Range: Sr. Manager - Production Test - $133,947.39 - $207,319.85 annually. Applicable pay within the posted range may vary based on factors including, but not limited to, geographical location, job function of the position, education, and experience of the successful candidate.

EMPLOYMENT TRANSPARENCY

BENEFITS

We take care of our people and provide competitive health, wealth and wellbeing benefits - from day one. You'll also discover learning and development opportunities so you can take your career to the next level - and beyond.

Other benefits include:

• Comprehensive PTO, Paid Holiday and Paid Family Leave Programs.
• Student Loan Repayment Program & Tuition Reimbursement
• 9/80 Alternate Work Week Schedule
• Tailored Management/Leadership Training
• Innovative Medical Programs, Including Family Forming

ABOUT CAES

CAES is the largest provider of analog and radiation hardened technology for the United States aerospace and defense industry. From human spaceflight and space exploration, to missile defense and electronic warfare, to healthcare solutions addressing COVID-19, our talented team develop high performing electronic solutions that work the first time, every time.

WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES EMPLOYER

At CAES we welcome differences and celebrate new ideas. We believe the diversity of our people inspires our creativity and drives our innovation. Everyone is welcome here, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.

We are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation due to a disability for any part of the employment process, please email CAEScareers@caes.com.