Senior Manager, Development Test Engineering

Capella Space stands at the forefront of synthetic aperture radar (SAR) satellite technology and signal intelligence. We provide customers in governments, academia, and commercial sectors with reliable information that enables unparalleled understanding of the world. Our mission is centered on delivering timely and reliable Earth imagery, supporting diverse applications in defense & intelligence, disaster response, energy, environmental monitoring and more. Utilizing cutting-edge technology, Capella Space designs, manufactures and operates an advanced constellation of SAR imaging satellites. Our market-leading SAR satellites are complemented by an unmatched data infrastructure and automated ordering and delivery platform for fast, reliable insights where and when customers need it most. 

Recognized for our technological prowess, Capella Space was honored as one of the 10 most innovative companies in Space in 2023 by FASTCOMPANY. Capella Space is an internationally trusted Earth Observation data provider, working closely with the U.S. Space Systems Command, U.S. Space Force, NASA, U.S. Air Force, U.S. Navy, U.S. National Reconnaissance Office, the Canadian Government and more to make unclassified, high-resolution SAR data more accessible.  

What Makes Capella Unique? 

Capella Space is a highly collaborative team environment, providing an opportunity to work with some of the brightest minds in the space industry, though no prior space experience is needed.  We’re looking for people excited about tackling seemingly impossible challenges, learning new skills and concepts, and helping each other achieve success. Our mission and our products are meant to understand the whole world and help everyone in it - regardless of race, creed, or any other distinction. We encourage you to bring your unique perspective to help make us stronger, including applications from those who are traditionally underrepresented in tech. 

About the Role & Team 

We are seeking a highly experienced and dynamic Senior Manager for our Development Test Engineering team to lead and oversee our satellite development testing. The Design Verification Engineering team is responsible for the verification and validation of requirements for our next generation components, subsystems and satellites.  

Role Responsibilities

• Team Leadership & Management
  • Lead, mentor, and develop a team of test engineers in the design, execution, and evaluation of test programs for aerospace systems.
  • Define performance objectives, monitor team progress, and conduct performance reviews.
  • Foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement within the design verification engineering team. 

• Test Strategy, Architecture, & Planning
  • Develop our approach and architect our design verification and qualification testing infrastructure.  
  • Develop and implement comprehensive test strategies to ensure product safety, quality, and compliance with industry standards.
  • Oversee the creation and execution of test plans, test cases, and test reports for both hardware and software systems.
  • Ensure test activities align with project timelines, performance metrics, and quality requirements. 

• Test Execution & Oversight
  • Lead the execution of complex testing processes, including environmental, structural, and flight testing, to validate system performance.
  • Ensure adherence to industry standards and regulatory requirements.
  • Analyze test data and oversee the identification and resolution of test failures or discrepancies.
  • Ensure detailed documentation of all test procedures, results, and compliance records.  

• Cross-Functional Collaboration
  • Collaborate with engineering teams, including design, systems, and manufacturing, to define test requirements and refine product specifications.
  • Provide technical guidance and act as the key point of contact for all test-related issues throughout the development lifecycle.
  • Coordinate with key stakeholders to develop our acceptance testing approach and transition to production. 

• Continuous Improvement
  • Drive continuous improvement in testi