Senior Manager, Systems & Test Engineering and Labs

Elbit Systems of America; Roanoke (VA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

9/80 schedule

401(k) program

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Life Insurance

Paid PTO

Parental Leave

Employee Referral Program

Voluntary benefits

Job summary

Elbit America in Roanoke, VA seeks a Senior Manager of Systems & Test Engineering and Labs to provide unified leadership over Systems Engineering, Test Engineering, and Lab Operations. On-site presence in Roanoke is required.

You will guide requirements, architecture, integration, verification, and lab compliance, driving disciplined execution and MBSE adoption across multiple engineering teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering.
• 5 years in Systems & Test Engineering in a regulated, high-technology environment.
• 5 years of engineering leadership experience.
• Strong experience with requirements management, verification planning, architecture, and baseline management.
• Familiarity with MBSE and model-driven verification.
• On-site availability in Roanoke, VA.

Responsibilities

• Lead Systems and Test Engineering teams responsible for requirements, architecture, integration, and verification/validation.
• Lead the System Engineering discipline across requirements development, architecture, design, integration and verification.
• Oversee creation and maintenance of system requirements, CONOPs, verification matrices.
• Ensure disciplined execution of SRR/SDR/PDR/CDR readiness and artifacts.
• Drive use of contemporary systems engineering best practices and tools for requirements management.
• Lead Test Engineering discipline including test planning, data collection, analysis, and reporting.
• Create and enforce standards for test execution across disciplines for night vision devices.
• Oversee lab operations and safety compliance.
• Promote cross-functional collaboration and lean principles.

Skills

Systems engineering

Test engineering

Engineering leadership

Requirements management

MBSE

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering

Tools

MBSE tools

Job description

Company Information

Elbit America is a leading provider of high-performance products, system solutions, and support services focusing on the defense, homeland security, commercial aviation, and medical instrumentation markets. With facilities throughout the United States, Elbit Systems of America is dedicated to supporting those who contribute daily to the safety and security of the United States. Elbit Systems of America, LLC is wholly owned by Elbit Systems Ltd. (NASDAQ: ESLT and TASE: ESLT), a global high-technology company engaged in a wide range of programs for innovative defense and commercial applications. For additional information, visit: ElbitAmerica.com or follow us on YouTube.

Fueled by more than 800 talented employees and a proud 65-year legacy of night vision production excellence, Elbit America’s Warfighter Systems business is rooted in the heart of Virginia’s Roanoke Valley. Surrounded by the scenic beauty of the Blue Ridge Mountains, you’ll find a unique blend of southern hospitality, outdoor adventure, and the energy of a thriving city – all alongside a purpose you can be proud of coming to work each day.

As a world leader in low-light sensor technology, the Warfighter Systems team is engineering the future of image intensifiers and night vision goggle systems as we enter a new era of the networked battlespace. Trusted by the U.S. and nearly 100 allied countries, our technology provides support to those in harm's way during the most critical moments with one goal in mind: bring them home safely.

The work our employees perform each day plays a direct role in national security, and our shared purpose is what truly makes Warfighter Systems so extraordinary. Come join our collaborative team where each voice is valued in a setting where you can thrive, develop, and make a true impact!

Company Information

Elbit America is a leading provider of high-performance products, system solutions, and support services focusing on the defense, homeland security, commercial aviation, and medical instrumentation markets. With facilities throughout the United States, Elbit Systems of America is dedicated to supporting those who contribute daily to the safety and security of the United States. Elbit Systems of America, LLC is wholly owned by Elbit Systems Ltd. (NASDAQ: ESLT and TASE: ESLT), a global high-technology company engaged in a wide range of programs for innovative defense and commercial applications. For additional information, visit: ElbitAmerica.com or follow us on YouTube.

Fueled by more than 800 talented employees and a proud 65-year legacy of night vision production excellence, Elbit America’s Warfighter Systems business is rooted in the heart of Virginia’s Roanoke Valley. Surrounded by the scenic beauty of the Blue Ridge Mountains, you’ll find a unique blend of southern hospitality, outdoor adventure, and the energy of a thriving city – all alongside a purpose you can be proud of coming to work each day.

As a world leader in low-light sensor technology, the Warfighter Systems team is engineering the future of image intensifiers and night vision goggle systems as we enter a new era of the networked battlespace. Trusted by the U.S. and nearly 100 allied countries, our technology provides support to those in harm's way during the most critical moments with one goal in mind: bring them home safely.

The work our employees perform each day plays a direct role in national security, and our shared purpose is what truly makes Warfighter Systems so extraordinary. Come join our collaborative team where each voice is valued in a setting where you can thrive, develop, and make a true impact!

Job Summary

The Senior Manager, Systems & Test Engineering and Labs provides unified leadership over Systems Engineering, Test Engineering, and Lab Operations. This leader ensures disciplined engineering execution driven by robust system engineering practices, rigorous test practices, and safe, standardized lab operations. On-site presence in Roanoke is required.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead Systems and Test Engineering teams responsible for requirements, architecture, integration, and verification/validation.
• Lead the System Engineering discipline across requirements development, architecture, design, integration and verification – consistent with ESA’s Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) frameworks and technical baseline governance.
• Oversee creation and maintenance of system requirements, CONOPs, verification matrices and other artifacts aligned with MBSE workflows.
• Ensure disciplined execution of SRR/SDR/PDR/CDR readiness and artifacts.
• Drive use of contemporary systems engineering best practices and tools for robust requirements management and flow-down.
• Lead Test Engineering discipline covering test planning, procedure development, data collection, test execution, analysis and reporting.
• Create, implement and enforce sound standards, grounded in industry best practices, for test execution across multiple disciplines in support of night vision devices and related sensors.
• Ensure compliance with regulated industry standards.
• Oversee engineering plans, schedules, and deliverables.
• Oversee daily R&D Engineering lab operations including 6S, calibration, configuration control, and safety compliance.
• Manages Lab Supervisor and ensure coordinated lab activity in support of both R&D Engineering and internal customer needs.
• Promote cross-functional collaboration across engineering disciplines and with internal customers.
• Apply lean principles and continuous improvement. Enforce consistent engineering standards and operational discipline.
• Lead the team through coaching, mentoring and performance management.
• Develop skills matrices, succession paths and training plans for Systems, Test and Lab roles.
• Drive a continuous improvement mindset within the group.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering.
• 5 years industry experience applying Systems & Test Engineering practices in a regulated, high-technology environment.
• 5 years proven engineering leadership experience, managing engineers and technicians.
• Strong experience with requirements management, verification planning, system architecture and technical baseline management.
• Familiarity with MBSE, architecture modeling and model-driven verification.
• Experience with test development, optical/electro-optical system testing, data analysis and engineering reports.
• On-site availability in Roanoke.

Preferred Qualifications

• Defense or regulated industry experience.
• Master’s degree in Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Optics/Physics or related.
• Experience with night-vision systems, low-light imaging, fused sensors (I2 + thermal) or electro-optical military products.
• Lean/Six Sigma certification.

Span of Control

• Direct Reports: 8–10 Engineers
• Indirect Reports: Lab Supervisor + 4–6 Technicians

Why Roanoke, Virginia?

• Lower cost of living
• Family-friendly area
• Career and economic growth
• Scenic beauty
• Outdoor enthusiast’s dream

Here Are Some Of The Great Benefits We Offer

• Most locations offer a 9/80 schedule, providing every other Friday off
• Competitive compensation & 401(k) program to plan for your future
• Robust medical, dental, vision, & disability coverage with qualified wellness discounts
• Basic Life Insurance and Additional Life & AD&D Insurances are available
• Flexible Vacation & PTO
• Paid Parental Leave
• Generous Employee Referral Program
• Voluntary Benefits Available: Longer Term Care, Legal, Identity Theft, Pet Insurance, and more
• Voluntary Tricare Supplement available for military retirees

This job description does not list all the duties of the job. You may be asked by your supervisors or managers to perform other duties. The employer has the right to revise this job description at any time. The job description is not an employment contract. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position. Elbit America is an equal opportunity employer as to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

The salary range listed for this position reflects the anticipated base pay range for this role. Actual compensation will be determined based on factors including skills, experience, education, certifications, business needs, internal equity, and geographic location. Compensation may vary in different locations based on market conditions and cost-of-labor considerations.