Manager Test Eng and Mfg Support (6088)

SubCom•Newington, NH

About The Position

Are you looking for an opportunity with plenty of growth potential? Do you enjoy working in an exciting, fast-paced, collaborative environment? Are you interested in working with the world’s most innovative companies to create a more connected world? Connecting Continents. Impacting Communities. The backbone of the Internet is a series of high-tech subsea fiber optic cables deployed throughout the globe - SubCom has deployed over 50% of them. Our employees ensure data communications networks are engineered, manufactured, deployed to the highest standards, enabling faster and more reliable connectivity to communities worldwide. Every member of the SubCom team plays a role in an end-to-end process that is critical to enterprises, governments, big cities, and rural towns. We encourage, expect, and value creativity, thoughtful risk taking, openness to change, and diverse perspectives. Whether you’re a seasoned applicant seeking a new and exciting challenge, or you’re new to the workforce and looking for a flexible, rewarding, and fast-paced position with an innovative and stable organization (since 1953), SubCom has opportunities to advance your career. Position Overview: The role of the Engineering & Test Manager is to manage a diverse group of engineers in support of Manufacturing Operations and to lead discussions with customer representatives. This will involve having expert knowledge in system design, cable performance, network element functionality and component engineering, as well as in-depth knowledge of Manufacturing Operations and processes. This job requires an individual who is a current manager or a high caliber engineer who can adapt those skills to a managerial position.

Requirements

B.S. in Electrical, Mechanical or Physics, plus 10 years of experience, advanced degree is preferred (MS / MBA)
Ability to drive teamwork in cross-functional disciplines
Excellent communication and coaching skills at all levels from the shop floor to top management
Proficiency and demonstrated ability to make independent, informed decisions
Proficient in the use of Microsoft Word, Excel and Power Point
Experience with LEAN Manufacturing principles
Strong communication, technical writing, computer, organizational and interpersonal skills
Ability to influence business direction
Candidates for positions with SubCom must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
Employment eligibility verification will be required at the time of hire.
Please be sure to attach a resume to your application.
We are not able to consider applications without a resume.

Responsibilities

Provide measurable input to the objectives and goals of Manufacturing Operations
Demonstrates expertise by integrating Lean theory and principles into organizational practices
This position requires a high degree of ingenuity and innovation
Adaptability to technological advances
Drives results within the department
Initiates cross-functional collaboration
Provides directions for the engineering staff
Approves test strategies and test plans
Collects and analyzes quality metrics
Provides Customer interface to Manufacturing Operations
Evaluates the technical competencies within the engineering team, aligns skill sets with operational requirements, and identifies areas for development.
Implement targeted training programs to close skill gaps and enhance team performance.
Drives continuous improvement initiatives by identifying opportunities for innovation and process optimization.
Provides strategic support in capacity planning activities, contributing to data analysis, resource alignment, and long-term operational scalability as needed.
Supports the successful integration of new products into manufacturing operations, ensuring a seamless transition through effective planning, coordination, and execution.
Mentors engineering teams in critical thinking and systematic troubleshooting techniques.
Conduct performance reviews, provide areas of development and recognize achievements
Confer with management or subordinates to resolve workplace issues
Direct and indirect supervision of process engineers, test engineers, engineering technicians and/or testers
Other duties and responsibilities as determined and assigned by Subcom leadership