Aerospace & Defense Test SME — Lead Qualification & Testing

Quest Global

Cedar Rapids (IA)

On-site

USD 96,000 - 110,000

Full time

7 days ago
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Job summary

Quest Global seeks an experienced Test Subject Matter Expert to lead testing programs for aerospace and defense initiatives, including AI-enabled testing tools. You will guide planning, execution, and documentation, ensuring compliance with military standards and customer requirements while coordinating cross-functional teams across engineering, quality, and manufacturing.

The role emphasizes technical authority, robust test strategy, and collaboration with stakeholders to deliver reliable,

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree required in Electrical, Mechanical, Aerospace or Systems Engineering
  • Minimum of 10 years of aerospace & defense testing experience
  • Experience with environmental, qualification, functional, reliability testing
  • Ability to interpret drawings, specs and military standards
  • Strong technical writing and presentation skills
  • Proven ability to lead technical discussions with customers and teams

Responsibilities

  • Provide technical leadership for aerospace and defense testing activities
  • Develop, review and oversee test plans, procedures and reports
  • Lead qualification, environmental, functional, reliability testing efforts
  • Coordinate lab resources, instrumentation and testing programs
  • Engage with customers and cross-functional teams to meet requirements

Job description

Quest Global seeks an experienced Test Subject Matter Expert to lead testing programs for aerospace and defense initiatives, including AI-enabled testing tools. You will guide planning, execution, and documentation, ensuring compliance with military standards and customer requirements while coordinating cross-functional teams across engineering, quality, and manufacturing.

The role emphasizes technical authority, robust test strategy, and collaboration with stakeholders to deliver reliable,

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