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PeopleTec, Inc.

Test Engineer

Huntsville, AL · On-site

Provide technical input to acquisition and system engineering processes, ensuring test data informs ... battle management systems. * Familiarity with modeling & simulation (M&S) tools and their ...

PeopleTec, Inc.

Test Engineer

Huntsville, AL · On-site

Provide technical input to acquisition and system engineering processes, ensuring test data informs ... battle management systems. * Familiarity with modeling & simulation (M&S) tools and their ...

PeopleTec, Inc.

Test Engineer

Huntsville, AL · On-site

Provide technical input to acquisition and system engineering processes, ensuring test data informs ... battle management systems. * Familiarity with modeling & simulation (M&S) tools and their ...

PeopleTec, Inc.

Test Engineer

Huntsville, AL

Provide technical input to acquisition and system engineering processes, ensuring test data informs ... battle management systems. * Familiarity with modeling & simulation (M&S) tools and their ...

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How much do test engineering manager jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 17, 2026, the average yearly pay for test engineering manager in Alabama is $103,629.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $90,600.00 and $116,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a test engineering manager do?

A Test Engineering Manager leads a team responsible for designing, implementing, and optimizing testing processes to ensure product quality and reliability. They collaborate with cross-functional teams, develop test strategies, and oversee automation and manual testing efforts. Their role includes managing team performance, improving testing methodologies, and ensuring compliance with industry standards. Effective communication and problem-solving skills are essential for addressing technical challenges and meeting project deadlines.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a test engineering manager?

To thrive as a Test Engineering Manager, you need a solid background in quality assurance, test automation, project management, and a relevant technical degree, often in engineering or computer science. Familiarity with automation frameworks (like Selenium or JUnit), CI/CD tools, and certifications such as ISTQB or PMP are commonly expected. Strong leadership, effective communication, and problem-solving skills are crucial for inspiring teams and driving results. These competencies ensure the delivery of high-quality products, efficient team performance, and continuous improvement in dynamic development environments.

What are the main challenges faced by test engineering managers on a daily basis?

Test Engineering Managers often face challenges such as balancing project deadlines with thorough test coverage, adapting testing strategies to new technologies, and coordinating among multiple teams. They must ensure their team has the right resources and skills while managing shifting priorities, unexpected technical issues, and evolving requirements. Maintaining effective communication with stakeholders and motivating team members to meet quality standards are also key aspects of the role. Addressing these challenges requires a mix of technical expertise, adaptability, and strong leadership.

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Infographic showing various Test Engineering Manager job openings in Alabama as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 84% Full Time, 12% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 81% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 17% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $103,629 per year, or $49.8 per hour.

Test Solutions Engineering Integrated Product Manager

Prattwhitney

Huntsville, AL • On-site

$107.50 - $204.50/hr

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

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Job description

Prerequisites

Active and transferable U.S. government‑issued security clearance (Secret) is required prior to the start date. U.S. citizenship is required. Ability to obtain an interim U.S. government‑issued security clearance is required prior to start date.

Job Summary

Principal Systems Engineer with at least 8 years of professional engineering experience. Lead hands‑on multidisciplinary teams, provide schedule and technical oversight, and manage multiple projects for a program. Support SM‑3 Block IB missile test product engineering development. Create execution schedules, own financial and earned‑value elements, partner with functional organizations, and establish strong relationships with the program office and customer.

Responsibilities
  • Lead a team of multi‑discipline engineers, providing schedule, technical, and execution oversight.
  • Manage multiple projects for a program, ensuring completion of multiple stages of test product engineering development.
  • Maintain cost, schedule, and technical aspects of assigned projects.
  • Own financial and earned‑value elements of project execution.
  • Partner with other functional organizations and establish strong relationships with the program office and customer.
Qualifications – You Must Have
  • Minimum eight (8) years of prior relevant experience with a Bachelor's Degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM).
  • Experience with Earned Value Management System (EVMS) and program management.
  • Experience with test systems engineering or equivalent engineering experience for hardware and test software development, integration, verification, validation, and maintenance activities within production, manufacturing, and product qualification environments.
  • Experience with program‑management tools such as EVMS, Integrated Master Plan (IMP), Integrated Master Schedule (IMS), and risk and opportunity management.
  • Experience with budget, schedule, Estimate at Complete (EAC) process, and financial performance report generation.
  • Experience with Budget Change Request (BCR) and Basis of Estimate (BOE) generation for test‑systems engineering programs.
Qualifications – We Prefer
  • Experience managing multi‑disciplinary engineering teams.
  • EVMS certification, program‑management certification, or equivalent to Raytheon PM Level6 certification.
  • Demonstrated IPTL experience collaborating with program office, cross‑functional teams, and internal/external customers.
  • Strong influential communication and interpersonal skills to present analytic and performance results to functional leadership.
  • Experience in small/medium program execution.
  • Understanding of engineering development, transition to production, production, and maintenance.
  • Experience with proposal capture and contract processes, including receipt of RFP, Basis of Estimates, statements of work, contract startup and close‑out.
  • Experience with all functionalities of Automation Test Equipment/Unit Under Test (ATE/UUT).
  • Agile methodologies understanding.
Salary and Benefits

Salary range: 107,500USD – 204,500USD. Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short‑term disability, long‑term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, flexible work schedules, employee assistance program, parental leave, paid time off, and holidays.

Location

Huntsville, Alabama. Onsite role; commute to the RTX site is the employee’s personal responsibility.

EEO Statement

RTX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. RTX provides affirmative action in employment for qualified individuals with a disability and protected veterans in compliance with Section503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act.

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