Manager of Test Operations

Job overview

The Manager of Test Operations role is onsite in Redondo Beach, CA. The stated base salary range is $165,000–$205,000 per year. The role supports Impulse Space’s goal of pioneering in-space transportation by enabling development and production of components and assemblies. The manager leads test technicians and oversees test equipment and infrastructure so teams can conduct safe, reliable, high-quality tests. The role coordinates with engineering, manufacturing, integration, and other functions to turn evolving designs into flight-ready hardware while improving test capability, efficiency, and cadence.

What you'll do

• Lead, mentor, and develop test technicians
• plan and prioritize workloads across development, qualification, and acceptance campaigns
• oversee fabrication, assembly, commissioning, maintenance, and operation of test equipment and infrastructure
• ensure safe hazardous testing
• coordinate test objectives, plans, staffing, and execution across teams
• improve work instructions, tooling, inventory, calibration, maintenance, and training
• support troubleshooting and root-cause investigations.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

manager of test operations

redondo beach ca

impulse space

aerospace

test operations

test technicians

propulsion testing

cryogenic systems

flight hardware

safety

$165k–$205k

stock options

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Eligible full-time hires may receive stock options, medical, vision and dental coverage, and access to a 401(k) plan.

Why this role

The posting lists stock options, medical, vision and dental coverage, and access to a 401(k) plan for eligible full-time hires.

About the employer

Impulse Space is hiring for this role. Industry: Space Research and Technology. Sector: 92.