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Manages activities related to test engineering including staffing, scheduling, coordinating, and planning. Sets direction of and develops appropriate testing criteria, equipment, tools, and metrics ...

The Test Engineering Manager will play a pivotal role in overseeing and managing all testing activities across our product portfolio. This includes UL testing, new product development testing, and ...

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How much do test engineering manager jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 13, 2026, the average yearly pay for test engineering manager in the United States is $114,331.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $100,000.00 and $128,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Test Engineering Manager position, and why are they important?

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.

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.

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Test Engineering Manager

Test Engineering Manager

Fox Factory

El Cajon, CA

$118K - $174K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

Posted 14 days ago


Fox Factory rating

4.3

Company rating: 4.3 out of 10

Based on 21 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz


Job description

What We Do

FOX Factory designs, engineers, manufactures and markets performance-defining products and systems for customers worldwide. Our premium brand, performance-defining products and systems are used primarily on bicycles, side-by-side vehicles, on-road vehicles with and without off-road capabilities, off-road vehicles and trucks, all-terrain vehicles, snowmobiles, specialty vehicles and applications, motorcycles, and commercial trucks. Some of our products are specifically designed for and marketed to a variety of leading cycling and powered vehicle original equipment manufacturers ("OEMs"), while others are distributed to consumers through a global dealer and distribution network. Fox Factory Holding Corp. is the holding company of FOX Factory, Inc. and is publicly traded (FOXF) on Nasdaq.

Why you should join us

Not only do we provide competitive wages, you will also have access to great benefits and employee discounts. But more importantly, it's a fun environment where we truly enjoy working as a team and bringing great products to our customers!

If this sounds like something you would love to do, and a place you want to be a part of, get in touch with us by submitting your application. We look forward to hearing from you!

Position Summary:

Manages activities related to test engineering including staffing, scheduling, coordinating, and planning. Sets direction of and develops appropriate testing criteria, equipment, tools, and metrics required to make a quality product. Works across functions as required ensuring that testing is in place at all appropriate steps in the development and build process.

Position Responsibilities:

  • Organizes and coordinates various sections of test engineering.
  • Plans and establishes test engineering schedules and checks actual performance data against estimates.
  • Recommends new policies or procedures as necessary.
  • Manages assembly of cost control and statistical data and the development of material selection standards.
  • Approves process specification and design standards.
  • Prepares and controls departmental annual budget.
  • Responsible for managing the evaluation, recommendation and implementation of testing procedures and strategies for products, systems, components, or modifications.
  • Acts as advisor to test engineering team regarding projects, tasks, and operations and acts as a liaison to other engineering functions.
  • Ensures projects are completed on time and within budget.

Specific Knowledge, Skills or Abilities Required:

  • Leadership skills
  • Familiar with test concepts, practices and procedures
  • Strong reasoning skills based on previous engineering experience
  • Thorough understanding of the market and competitive landscape
  • Understands the basics of managing technical people

Position Qualifications:

Education:

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Experience:

5+ years of experience in engineering; test engineering and leadership experience preferred.

Work Environment and Physical Requirements:

Manufacturing Environment

May lift up to 50 lbs.

Requires walking, standing, bending and lifting for long periods of time

Vision abilities required to validate and enter data on computer

Disclaimer:This list does not represent all physical demands.Descriptions are representative of those that must be met by employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.Reasonable accommodation may be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the jobs' essential functions.

Note:

FOX provides equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, ancestry, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, religion, age, physical disability (including HIV and AIDS), mental disability, results of genetic testing, or service in the military, or any other characteristic protected by the laws or regulations of any jurisdiction in which we operate. We base all employment decisions -including recruitment, selection, training, compensation, benefits, discipline, promotions, transfers, layoffs, terminations and social/recreational programs - on merit and the principles of equal employment opportunity.

Fox offers an excellent compensation package and wide-ranging opportunities for professional development. Medical, Dental, Vision, Health Spending and Dependent Care Savings Accounts, Disability and Life Insurance benefit programs are available, as is a 401k plan with employer matching. Eligibility for all benefit programs is defined by the applicable plan document or employee handbook.

Compensation Range$118,936.08 - $174,440.15

The compensation range for this position is specific to the locations listed below and is the range Fox reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for the position taking into account the wide variety of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including job-related knowledge; skillset; experience, education and training; certifications; and other relevant business and organizational factors.


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