PURPOSE OF POSITION

The Test Engineer is responsible for designing, developing, and executing test procedures for IEM products and components. This role ensures product quality and performance by analyzing test results, identifying issues, and leading extensive troubleshooting efforts, while supporting the development of robust test processes and driving continuous improvement across the test organization.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Design and develop test procedures and protocols.
• Execute functional and electrical testing on products and components.
• Collaborate with engineering and production teams to resolve product issues.
• Analyze test data and identify trends, issues, and root causes.
• Develop and improve testing methods and processes.
• Support troubleshooting and failure analysis.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and testing procedures.
• Maintain accurate test documentation and reports.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Relay protection and trip function testing.
• Troubleshoot and resolve wiring errors, component failures, and control logic issues.
• Recommend upgrades or new test technologies to improve accuracy, capability, and efficiency.
• FWT Support (Factory Witness Testing).
• Provide technical explanations, perform test demonstrations, and address questions or issues that arise during FWT events.

SUPERVISION OF PERSONNEL

None.

COMPETENCIES

• Strong understanding of electrical systems and testing methods.
• Experience developing test plans, drawings, and technical documentation.
• Ability to read and interpret schematics and technical drawings.
• Experience with lean or Six Sigma methodologies is a plus.
• Experience with automated test systems (LabVIEW, Python, NI, etc.)
• Familiarity with PLC systems or embedded systems testing.
• Background in high-reliability industries (aerospace, defense, medical devices).
• Attention to detail and documentation accuracy.
• Clear and professional communication.
• Safety-conscious behavior with strict adherence to NFPA 70E and departmental safety standards.
• Problem-solving and analytical thinking.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field preferred.
• 4+ years or experience in testing, engineering, or related field.

PHYSICAL / MENTAL / ENVIRONMENTAL

Physical Demands:

Activities: Sitting, Walking/Standing

Lifting: Frequently lift to 50 lbs.

Bending: Must be able to bend, squat, crawl, and climb.

Vision: Long periods of close work on a computer screen; ability to see small or detailed items.

Mental Demands: Interpret, analyze, research, and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.

Environment: Shop/warehouse. Not climate controlled. Exposure to excessive heat and cold, wet/humid conditions, noise/vibration, hazards, dust, and fumes.

Manager, Rapid Prototyping 

About Otto Aerospace  

OTTO is developing the world’s first fifth-generation business jet, designed for sustainability through the innovative use of advanced super-laminar aerodynamics and high-precision, net-shaped composites. Flight tests of our technology demonstrator validate a dramatic reduction in fuel burn and allow for a sizeable improvement in cabin comfort. Otto Aerospace is designing world-class aircraft from first principles of physics and delivering ground-breaking aircraft and economic performance.  

 About the Role  

Otto Aerospace is seeking a dynamic engineer to join our Aircraft Integration Team.  The ideal candidate will have a background in aerospace rapid prototyping, including managing small, dynamic teams, hands-on design, build, and assembly of mockups, prototypes, and test articles, utilizing 3D-printed, wooden, metallic, fiberglass, and carbon-fiber construction.  You will be joining a team developing the world’s most efficient aircraft. Otto Aerospace is seeking first-principles engineers who work well in a team atmosphere and know how to get things done. 

What You’ll Do 

• Be a functioning team member within Otto’s Aircraft Integration Team. 
• Manage a small team of rapid prototyping engineers 
• Develop workflow processes for mockups and test articles of various levels of complexity from various requestors 
• Lead the design, fabrication, and assembly of low-to-high fidelity aerospace prototypes, mockups, and test rigs both in and out of house 
• Select materials, components, and fabrication methods suitable for performance, cost, and build speed requirements 
• Translate concepts, ideas, and sketches into function hardware and test rigs. 
• Support design and fabrication of supplier on-site builds 
• Manage, mentor, and guide teammates through rapid prototyping builds 
• Hands on fabrication, build, and assembly 
• Document build processes, test results, and design iterations to support engineering and certification efforts. 
• Manage costs, schedules, and resources required for each build. 
• Ordering, purchasing, and retrieval of components and supplies. 
• Collaborate with engineering teams to ensure prototypes meet performance and integration requirements 
• Perform and participate in trade studies to influence key aircraft decisions. 
• Maintain a clean and safe working environment 

Who You Are 

Education 

• B.S. in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering, or equivalent. 

Experience 

• Minimum 8 years rapid prototype experience, preferably in aerospace 
• Experience managing a small diverse team preferred. 
• Skills in CATIA V5/V6/3DX (or similar); 3DX is preferred. 
• Hands-on experience with shop tools and equipment including drills, saws, lathes, mills, welders, routers, etc. 
• Strong understanding of materials (plastics, woods, metals, composites), their uses, and manufacturing techniques. 
• Overall knowledge of mechanical systems, propulsion, structures, avionics, and key interfaces to aircraft systems common on Part 23 / Part 25 aircraft. 
• Strong knowledge of industry standards with hands-on experience. 
• Basic understanding of Product Lifecycle Management processes. 
• Familiarity with RTCA DO-160G, DO-254, and SAE ARP4754A. 
• Familiarity with FAR Part 23 and Part 25 requirements. 

Desired Experience 

• Electromechanical integration and test. 
• Understanding basic LV/HV wiring. 
• Logistics and shipping experience or understanding of logistics and shipping 

Interpersonal Skills 

• Active Listening: Practice gaining insight and understanding of all project stakeholders. 
• Critical Thinking: Make prompt, informed, and value-based decisions for the project. 
• Organization: Focus on agenda, schedules, frameworks, and methodologies, as well as communicating tasks, updates, progress, and blockers. 
• Problem Solving: Assess issues from different vantage points and formulate the best solution in addressing specific challenges. 
• Self-Motivation: Exude the highest level of commitment and motivation to see it through from start to finish. 
• Teamwork and Team Building: Establish a collaborative culture where people with unique personalities and skills happily work together and accountable to shared goals. 
• Strong Business Communication: Use the right language, tone and storytelling techniques when communicating, describing, or explaining issues over email, chat, reports, presentations and other forms and channels of communication. 
• Ability to work with domestic/international suppliers/partners effectively. 

Where You’ll Be 

**This position will work onsite at our temporary headquarters in Ft Worth, TX then move to onsite at our new location in Jacksonville, FL upon facility readiness 

Benefits  

Otto Aerospace provides a robust benefits package that includes competitive salaries, subsidized medical, dental, and vision coverage, 401(k) opportunities, paid short term disability, voluntary long-term disability and additional term life, with 15 paid days off, 13 paid company holidays, and paid sick leave. Depending on seniority and role, some roles qualify for potential bonuses and stock options.  

 Otto Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity Employer   

We are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion in every aspect of our hiring process. All applicants will be considered for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability. We believe that a diverse team brings fresh perspectives, innovative ideas, and greater success. The more inclusive we are, the stronger we become. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the U.S.  

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Xometry is seeking highly motivated Mechanical Engineers to act as customer-facing Technical Account Managers (TAMs). These TAMs will be embedded within our most strategic accounts, acting as an extension of their engineering teams. This role is a unique blend of customer engagement, technical expertise, and operational execution. TAMs will report into Operations but will work very closely with Sales to drive growth and ensure customer satisfaction.

This is a unique opportunity to join a dynamic and growing company at the forefront of digital manufacturing. If you are a highly motivated Mechanical Engineer with a passion for customer success and a desire to make a real impact this is the role for you.

Responsibilities:

Customer Integration:

• Become a trusted advisor and technical expert for assigned enterprise accounts
• Weekly onsite visits at customer and partner locations, building relationships and understanding their needs
• Collaborate closely with customer engineers on Design for Manufacturing (DFM) to optimize projects for Xometry's platform
• Proactively identify and address potential manufacturing challenges
• Stay informed about upcoming customer projects and initiatives to ensure alignment with Xometry's capabilities

Order Fulfillment and Quality:

• As customer projects are awarded to Xometry, ensure orders are directed to the most qualified manufacturers within our network
• Conduct monthly on-site audits of manufacturing partners to ensure they meet Xometry's quality standards and customer specifications
• Manage projects to successful completion, overseeing production, and ensuring on-time delivery
• Handle critical communications, order changes, and escalations related to customer orders
• Monitor customer-specific dashboards to track order progress, delivery metrics, and quality performance

Sales and Account Growth:

• Partner with Enterprise Sales Executives to drive account growth and retention
• Identify opportunities for expanding Xometry's services within existing accounts
• Provide technical expertise and support during the sales process
• Gather customer insights and feedback to inform sales strategies

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a closely related field such Aerospace Engineering, Product Design/Development, or Industrial Engineering is required
• 7+ years of experience in manufacturing, product development, and project management
• Experience in the aerospace industry is highly preferred
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes and DFM principles, particularly as they apply to CNC applications
• Experience in CNC Machining, Tube Bending, Composites, or 3D printing is preferred
• Proficiency in modelling and drafting software such as Solidworks
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills
• Experience with CRM systems such as Salesforce
• Proficiency in Google Suite and Microsoft Office Suite
• Ability to travel to customer and partner sites up to 50%, travel could be short notice and range from short day trips to multi-day trips

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About Otto Aerospace 

OTTO is developing the world’s first fifth-generation business jet, designed for sustainability through the innovative use of advanced super-laminar aerodynamics and high-precision, net-shaped composites. Flight tests of our technology demonstrator validate a dramatic reduction in fuel burn and allow a sizeable improvement in cabin comfort. Otto Aerospace is designing world-class aircraft from first principles physics and delivering ground-breaking aircraft and economic performance. 

About the Role 

The Lead Technical Program Manager (TPM), Engineering is responsible for the management of the program information on behalf of the Air Vehicle Engineering Definition. This role will lead a team of TPMs to coordinate and deliver products on schedule and within budget. The role will work within the Program Management Office (PMO) to enable the integration and development of the Air Vehicle and monitor overall program progress. 

What You'll Do 

• Serve as an execution leader on behalf of the Engineering organization, establishing clarity, stability, and accountability across product development plans 
• Own the orchestration of engineering execution across the full program lifecycle, partnering with TPMs and Engineering work package owners to define, align, and sequence activities from requirements & concept development through design, manufacturing, testing, qualification, certification, and transition to production 
• Support supplier strategy and execution 
• Partner closely with the Chief Engineer as a thought partner and execution counterpart, jointly managing risks, issues, and opportunities with program metrics and decision-ready visibility 
• Define and enforce the PMO execution operating model — goals, deliverables, cadence, tools, and behaviors — ensuring consistency, discipline, and accountability across teams. 
• Anticipate resource and execution stress points, proactively identifying gaps across work packages and guiding leadership discussions to resolve them before they impact delivery. 
• Lead alignment across a team of Engineering TPMs to synthesize project status, risks, and opportunities into clear narratives that enable decisive action at all levels of management 
• Steward the program roadmap, ensuring near-term execution remains aligned with long-term program strategy for Engineering and the business 

 Who You Are 

• Enterprise-Level Thinker: You see beyond individual projects to the system as a whole. You understand how decisions cascade across scope, schedule, budget, and technical outcomes, and you use that perspective to guide tradeoffs, align priorities, and keep the organization focused on what truly matters. 
   
• Owner and Steward: You don’t just manage work or people — you own outcomes. You know the numbers, forecasts, risks, and milestones cold, and you bring calm, confident decision-making to complex situations through preparation, precision, and accountability. 
   
• Execution Leader: You create forward motion. You set expectations, reinforce discipline, and ensure commitments turn into results. When alignment slips or execution slows, you step in decisively to restore clarity and momentum. 
   
• Connector & Translator: You ensure information flows cleanly across teams and levels. You translate complexity into shared understanding, close communication gaps, and help technical and non-technical stakeholders stay aligned without noise or drama. 
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• Steady under Fire: When conditions change, you provide perspective and stability. You adapt quickly without creating chaos, use data to guide judgment, and translate uncertainty into clear, actionable direction for the team. 

Who You Are 

Education 

• Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace, Mechanical, or Systems Engineering or other related field 

 Experience 

• A minimum of eight (8) years in technical program/project management role, preferably in the aviation industry 
• A minimum of ten (10) years of total experience (an equivalent combination of experience and education may be considered) 
• A minimum of two (2) years of experience in a formal or informal leadership position 
• Engineering experience throughout the product lifecycle, including composite materials and systems development and certification 
• Project management experience in complex aircraft structures development through design, testing, build, and qualification phases  
• Experience with MS Project, Primavera/P6, Jama, Jira and/or other project management tools 

 Required Skills 

• Demonstrated experience developing and implementing standard processes 
• Solid organizational skills including attention to detail and multitasking skills 
• Ability to work cross‐functionally, build relationships, and manage conflict 
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills 
• Proactive delivery of communication and follow up 
• Ability to independently prioritize and accomplish work within time constraints 
• Demonstrated agility and autonomous decision-making within ambiguous situations 
• Experience with Dassault 3DX is preferred 

 Where You'll Be 

Otto Aerospace is currently a remote workplace. We will relocate to our permanent headquarters in Jacksonville, FL beginning in 2026. This role is expected to relocate at that time. This role will be required to travel 25% to meet at our temporary facility in Fort Worth, TX (prior to relocation) or other locations in support of program activities. 

Benefits 

Otto Aerospace provides a robust benefits package that includes competitive salaries, subsidized medical, dental, and vision coverage, 401(k) opportunities, paid short term disability, voluntary long-term disability and additional term life, with 15 paid days off, 13 paid company holidays, and paid sick leave. Depending on seniority and role, some roles qualify for potential bonuses and stock options. 

Otto Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity Employer  

We are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion in every aspect of our hiring process. All applicants will be considered for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability. We believe that a diverse team brings fresh perspectives, innovative ideas, and greater success. The more inclusive we are, the stronger we become. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. 

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About Otto Aerospace
OTTO is developing the world’s first fifth-generation business jet, designed for sustainability through the innovative use of advanced super-laminar aerodynamics and high-precision, net-shaped composites. Flight tests of our technology demonstrator validate a dramatic reduction in fuel burn and allow a sizeable improvement in cabin comfort. Otto Aerospace is designing world-class aircraft from first principles physics and delivering ground-breaking aircraft and economic performance. 

About the Role
The Principal Technical Program Manager (TPM), Engineering is responsible for the management of the program information on behalf of the Flight Sciences work package owners. The TPM will support the work package owners with delivering products on schedule and within budget. The TPM will work within the Program Management Office (PMO) to drive the integration and development of the Air Vehicle and monitor overall program progress. 

 What You'll Do 

• Develop, maintain, and communicate the budget, schedule, and product development plans to all stakeholders 
• Collaborate with the Flight Sciences work package owners to define activities across all program phases: requirements & concept development, design, manufacturing, testing, qualification, certification, and transition to production 
• Support Supply Chain with management of external suppliers 
• Provide and maintain engineering inputs to the integrated master schedule to enable accurate program metrics and visibility 
• Define goals, track deliverables, identify risk, and drive mitigation plans; establish effective execution rhythms and tools to ensure alignment and accountability 
• Assess resource requirements and highlight gaps across various stages for all projects 
• Coordinate with other TPMs to prepare project reports, summarizing status, risks, mitigations, and opportunities for all levels of management 
• Manage the project roadmap within the framework of the overall program strategy 

Who You Are 

Big-Picture Operator: You see how the gears mesh — how one change affects the rest. You think ahead, plan for impact, and help others see the bigger system at play. You understand the relationships between scope, schedule, budget, and outcomes, and use that awareness to connect people across the organization, align priorities, and move the entire effort forward. 

Owner Energy: You take full responsibility for the areas you manage — knowing your numbers, forecasts, and milestones inside and out while keeping it all organized. You use that knowledge with precision to make quick, confident decisions, and to identify risks and opportunities early.

Proactive: You take initiative, follow through on commitments, and drive projects forward. You anticipate challenges and act to prevent them. When problems show up, you roll up your sleeves, find the root cause, and fix it—without waiting for direction.

Connector & Communicator: You’re the glue that keeps things moving smoothly between teams. You notice when communication breaks down, when people are out of sync, or when information isn’t flowing — and you fix it. You build trust, align perspectives, and ensure everyone has the clarity they need to deliver their best work.

Flexible Under Fire: When things shift, you keep perspective, adjust fast, and help the team stay focused on what really matters. You use evidence and data to guide judgment. You spot trends, surface insights, and translate complex information into actionable steps. 

Education  

• Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace, Mechanical, or Systems Engineering or other related field 

Experience 

• A minimum of eight (8) years in technical program/project management role, preferably in the aviation industry 
• A minimum of ten (10) years of total experience (an equivalent combination of experience and education may be considered) 
• Applied Aerodynamics, Performance, Loads, and/or Stability & Control engineering experience throughout the product lifecycle, including development and certification testing experience 
• Project management experience in complex aircraft structures development through design, testing, and qualification phases  
• Experience with MS Project, Primavera, Jama, Jira and/or other project management tools 

 Required Skills 

• Demonstrated experience developing and implementing standard processes 
• Solid organizational skills including attention to detail and multitasking skills 
• Ability to work cross‐functionally, build relationships, and manage conflict 
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills 
• Proactive delivery of communication and follow-up 
• Ability to independently prioritize and accomplish work within time constraints 
• Demonstrated agility and autonomous decision-making within ambiguous situations 
• Experience with Dassault 3DX is preferred 

 Where You'll Be 

** This role will initially be remote with 25% travel to our temporary facility at Meacham Airport in Fort Worth, TX. In mid to late 2026, or once our new headquarters in Jacksonville, FL is ready for occupancy, the role will transition to onsite at that location.   

 Benefits
Otto Aerospace provides a robust benefits package that includes competitive salaries, subsidized medical, dental, and vision coverage, 401(k) opportunities, paid short term disability, voluntary long-term disability and additional term life, with 15 paid days off, 13 paid company holidays, and paid sick leave. Depending on seniority and role, some roles qualify for potential bonuses and stock options. 

Otto Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity Employer 
We are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion in every aspect of our hiring process. All applicants will be considered for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability. We believe that a diverse team brings fresh perspectives, innovative ideas, and greater success. The more inclusive we are, the stronger we become. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. 

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