Aeropropulsion Test Manager

Canvas, Inc.; Tullahoma (TN); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Canvas, Inc. is seeking an Aeropropulsion Test Manager to lead test programs at Arnold AFB, TN (On-site). The role collaborates with customers and SMEs to define test requirements, develop ROMs and SOCs, and track execution using EVM principles across multiple projects.

Applicants should have DoD/AEDC experience and strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills. A PMP/MBA is a plus; Secret clearance is favored. The position is on-site in Tennessee with potential travel as needed.

Qualifications

• Familiarization with DoD or Air Force Test Center test & evaluation processes.
• Experience with Earned Value Management concepts.
• Experience leading technical teams on complex projects.
• Experience managing DoD/AEDC test programs and government interfaces.
• MBA or PMI/PMP certification desired.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and coordinate Aeropropulsion test programs from planning to execution.
• Interface with test customers and SMEs to determine test requirements.
• Develop ROM estimates and SOC documentation for sponsor agreements.
• Track progress using EVM principles and maintain planning docs.
• Lead TRR presentations with support from Test Engineers and Analysts.
• Prepare monthly Test Management Review materials for leadership.

Skills

Earned Value Management

Technical leadership

Project management

Communication skills

Multitasking

DoD AEDC experience

Job description

Aeropropulsion Test Manager### Aeropropulsion Test ManagerApply: Arnold AFB, TN: Full time: Posted Today: JR100905**Job Title**: Aeropropulsion Test Manager**Location**: Arnold AFB, TN - Tullahoma, TN (On-site) Canvas provides engineering services and technical solutions for customers in federal and commercial markets. We are recognized by our customers and industry partners for our ethical standards, world-class technical expertise, and dedication to accomplishing the mission in a responsive, efficient, and affordable manner. **Duties**:* Oversee and facilitate the planning, coordination, and execution of Aeropropulsion test programs.* Interface with test customers and technical SMEs to gather information and establish test requirements.* Develop, coordinate, and track test planning and readiness schedule.* Document and revise Advance Fund Requests.* Develop Rough Order of Magnitude (ROM) estimates – this document provides customers with a rough approximation for things like costs, test schedule, test consumables, required resources (fuel, electricity, water, etc.), manpower, etc.* Develop Statement of Capability (SOC) - the baseline agreement between the Arnold Engineering Development Complex (AEDC) and the Sponsor. This document establishes responsibilities, schedule, cost and related support requirements to execute the project as understood.* Track multiple projects using Earned Value Management (EVM) principles.* Develop planning documentation as required throughout the test project lifecycle.* Initiate periodic Test Planning Working Groups (TPWG) with test team to discuss test requirements, test planning, test readiness, and document meetings.* Tailor milestone list for each project complexity and mission requirements with TPWG support.* Communicate test and test-related maintenance, improvement and modernization, and technology requirements to the DO for scheduling consideration and identification of training opportunities.* Coordinate and schedule all project reviews which include Technical Review Boards (TRB), Safety Review Boards (SRB), and Test Readiness Reviews (TRR).* Lead TRR presentation with support from Test Engineers and Test Analysts.* Prepare monthly Test Management Review (TMR) materials and brief to squadron leadership.* Ensure deliverable timelines are met and closeout Test Projects. **Requirements**:* Familiarization with DoD or Air Force Test Center test & evaluation processes* An engineering degree is not explicitly required but *highly* desired. An ability to understand engineering jargon and physics-based concepts is mandatory.* Experience with Earned Value Management concepts.* Experience leading technical teams* Experience managing complex projects* Experience applying technical and programmatic risk management or mitigation strategies* Strong written and verbal communication skills* Must be organized with the ability to multi-task effectively* Must be self-motivated and detail oriented* +2yrs experience working as an Engineering Project Manager, Project Engineer, etc. **Desired**:* Three years of relevant experience with DoD and/or AEDC, Eglin, Wright Patterson, Edwards AFB, NAVAIR, Hill AFB, China Lake experience a plus (*desired)** MBA or PMI/PMP certification* Experience with jet and/or rocket engines, aircraft, spacecraft, and associated test systems.**Security Clearance**: Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret Clearance **Other Essential Job Functions**: May be required to work other than normal duty hours, which may include evenings, weekends, and holidays. **About Us:** Founded in 2007, Canvas connects a passion for going beyond the expected with the knowledge and expertise to deliver what our clients need now and in the future. Canvas has been recognized as a Great Place to Work Certified TM, Fortune Best Small Workplace TM, Fortune Best Workplace for Millennials TM (2022), Best Place for Working Parents (2022 & 2023), HIRE Vets Gold Medallion Awardee (2021 & 2022), Best Places to Work Awardee, 2019 Government Contracting - Technology Business of the Year, and Woman-Owned Small Business of the Year (2018) by the Huntsville/Madison Chamber of Commerce.