Test Engineering Manager – DO-178C
Diverse Lynx
full-time
Posted on:
Location Type: Remote
Location: Remote • 🇺🇸 United States
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💰 $130,000 - $160,000 per year
Job Level
SeniorLead
About the role
- Lead, mentor, and manage a large team of test engineering contractors across multiple workstreams.
- Own the development, planning, and execution of test strategies for DO-178C-compliant software systems.
- Guide teams through all DO-178C stages including planning, requirements-based testing, structural coverage, problem reporting, and verification closure.
- Develop and manage detailed project schedules, resource plans, and risk mitigation strategies.
- Work closely with Systems Engineering, Software Development, Quality Assurance, and Program Management to ensure integrated delivery.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical field (Master’s preferred).
- 10+ years of experience in software test engineering within aerospace, defense, or other safety-critical environments.
- Must Have Hands-on DO-178C experience in verification, planning, documentation, and certification activities.
- Experience leading a team of test engineers.
- Strong knowledge of test methodologies, requirements-based verification, and configuration management.
- Proven ability to build schedules, manage complex projects, and lead cross-functional efforts.
- Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and organizational skills.
- Must be a US citizen.
Benefits
- Low-cost Medical / Dental / Vision coverage options
- 401K with generous employer match
- Responsible Paid Time Off + 11 Paid Holidays
- Remote work opportunities based on role
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Career growth and professional development opportunities
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.
Hard skills
DO-178Crequirements-based testingstructural coverageproblem reportingverification closuretest methodologiesconfiguration managementproject schedulingrisk mitigationsoftware test engineering
Soft skills
leadershipmentoringcommunicationstakeholder managementorganizational skillsteam managementcross-functional collaborationplanningexecutionresource management