Certification Engineering Lab Manager (Onsite)

Date Posted:

2024-07-03

Country:

United States of America

Location:

HKS31: US041-Lenexa, KS 15701 W 95th Street , Lenexa, KS, 66219 USA

Position Role Type:

Onsite

Join Collins Aerospace in Redefining Aerospace!

Manager, Certification Test Lab

Collins Aerospace, a leader in aerospace technology, is seeking a dynamic leader to oversee our Certification Test Lab in Lenexa, Kansas. In this pivotal role, you will manage a team of skilled technicians and drive the testing and validation efforts for critical aerospace components such as Galley Inserts and Oxygen Systems.

Your Responsibilities:

• Leadership Excellence: Lead and mentor a team of technicians, setting high standards for performance and fostering a collaborative work environment.
• Technical Prowess: Develop and implement cutting-edge testing protocols and validation standards, ensuring compliance with industry regulations, particularly DO-160 and engineering testing requirements.
• Operational Mastery: Optimize resource allocations, monitor equipment performance, and track lab performance metrics to ensure efficiency and quality in testing operations.
• Strategic Collaboration: Partner with Supply Chain to establish and maintain strong relationships with external testing suppliers, ensuring alignment with business objectives and schedule needs.
• Process Enhancement: Drive continuous improvement initiatives by developing and implementing policies, standards, and procedures to elevate the effectiveness of engineering and technical work within the lab.
• Cross-functional Engagement: Collaborate closely with Engineering, Certification, and other stakeholders to ensure seamless integration of testing activities and alignment with project goals.
• Documentation and Compliance: Oversee the documentation of test results and maintain comprehensive records to facilitate analysis and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Training and Development: Establish a robust training program to promote best practices across testing facilities and educate personnel on advanced test methodologies.
• Responsible for Environmental Health and Safety and compliance of the facility, as well as the individual compliance of each team member.

Qualifications we prefer:

• Technical Expertise: Proven experience in aerospace testing methodologies, including familiarity with DO-160 standards.
• Leadership Acumen: Demonstrated ability to lead and inspire teams, with a track record of achieving operational excellence and driving performance metrics.
• Regulatory Knowledge: Strong understanding of aerospace regulatory requirements and their implications on testing and validation processes.
• Collaborative Spirit: Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, capable of building effective partnerships across departments and with external suppliers.
• Strategic Thinking: Ability to think strategically and contribute to the development of long-term goals and initiatives for the Certification Test Lab.
• Experience with DO-160 aerospace qualification testing.

Qualifications you must have:

This position requires a Bachelor’s degree in the appropriate discipline and 8 years of relevant experience or an Advanced degree in the appropriate discipline and 5 years of relevant experience. In the absence of a degree, 12 years of relevant experience is required

Why Join Us:

Collins Aerospace offers a dynamic work environment where innovation and collaboration are at the forefront of everything we do. As part of our team, you'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the future of aerospace technology while advancing your career in a supportive and growth-oriented company culture.

Apply Today:

If you're ready to take on this exciting challenge and lead the way in aerospace testing and validation, we invite you to apply for the Manager, Certification Test Lab position at Collins Aerospace. Join us and be a part of shaping the future of aerospace innovation!

This position does offer relocation.

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