Manager, Development Test

Job description

About Castelion Castelion is rapidly developing and delivering advanced defense systems at a time when execution and technical excellence matter more than ever. We move fast, focus hard, and build real capability—not just concepts. This is a rare opportunity to join at an early stage where your work will directly shape critical systems, influence major technical decisions, and have immediate real-world impact. Role Overview: The Manager, Development Test leads R&D testing in a fast-paced development environment to reduce hardware development time and increase reliability. You own the test strategy, build/operate test systems, lead a growing team, and drive clear visibility into testing progress across the company. Responsibilities: - Build, lead, and mentor a high-performing team of 4-7 engineers and technicians. - Design, build, train and operate test systems from concept through execution (01 development). - Own the R&D development test strategy across structural, dynamic, functional, and environmental domains. - Maintain a daily updated companywide dashboard with visibility into testing progress and priorities to balance speed, rigor, and resources. - Drive tests to failure and...