Engineering Lead, Test Lab – Aerospace & Defense

ebi; Simsbury (CT); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense Company (EBAD) seeks an Engineering Lead to drive functional testing for aerospace and defense programs. You will provide technical leadership, oversee test setup, data analysis, and cross-functional collaboration to deliver results on schedule.

The role emphasizes leadership, mentoring, and adherence to regulated quality systems within a fast-paced test lab environment. This is a hands-on position focused on continuous improvement and safe operations.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of engineering experience in aerospace, defense, manufacturing, testing, or related technical environments.
• Proven leadership experience within engineering or laboratory operations.
• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related technical discipline.
• Experience with regulated industries and quality systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of technicians in activities supporting functional testing for aerospace and defense programs.
• Provide technical direction for test setup, execution, troubleshooting, and data analysis.
• Coordinate engineering priorities with the Test Lab Manager to meet program schedules and deliverables.
• Collaborate with design, manufacturing, quality, and program management to support validation and qualification efforts.
• Develop and improve laboratory procedures, test methods, and engineering documentation.
• Drive root cause investigations and corrective actions for test anomalies or equipment issues.
• Mentor and support junior engineers and staff within the test lab environment.
• Champion safety, accountability, technical rigor, and continuous improvement.

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

Cross-functional

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Data acquisition systems

Test instrumentation

Job description

Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense Company (EBAD) seeks an Engineering Lead to drive functional testing for aerospace and defense programs. You will provide technical leadership, oversee test setup, data analysis, and cross-functional collaboration to deliver results on schedule.

The role emphasizes leadership, mentoring, and adherence to regulated quality systems within a fast-paced test lab environment. This is a hands-on position focused on continuous improvement and safe operations.