Director of Lab Services - T&M

Summary / Position

Purpose:



Test Equity maintains three calibration lab facilities, two in CA and one in New Hamshire where all our Certified Pre-Owned and Rental is reworked and calibrated as part of a thorough process of refurbishment. In addition, we provide refurbishment and calibration services for our customers in service equipment. The Test Equity calibration labs all have the same capabilities as the labs of major test equipment manufacturers, providing Value Add for our customers with accelerated turnaround time and competitive rates.

Test Equity's lab can handle calibration for any product from Keysight, Tektronix, Rohde & Swartz and Fluke, including network analyzers, spectrum analyzers, and signal generators up to 50 GHz. We are also equipped to calibrate any oscilloscope or power supply from any manufacturer.

The Director of Lab Services - T&M for Test Equity Group will oversee the strategic planning, service portfolio, operational management, quality standards and regulatory compliance of our three Laboratory facilities. Leading a highly skilled team to ensure that our services offer premium quality while adherence to industry standards, and effective service delivery.

This role will also lead and develop operating procedures (SOPs) to optimize our testing efficiency and productivity, ensuring we meet the high standards our customers require.

Essential Duties, Functions and/or Responsibilities:

Operational Leadership

• Lead the daily testing operations, laboratory facilities, and people, ensuring adherence to quality standards.

Technical Compliance

• Ensure compliance with industry standards, regulations, and security protocols.

Strategic Planning

• Develop and implement strategies for testing, calibration, and measurement to drive efficiency & meet organizational goals.

Team Management

• Recruit, train, and supervise personnel, fostering a culture of technical excellence and accountability.

Data Analysis & Reporting

• Analyze testing data to improve services and report findings to stakeholders.

Budgetary Management

• Managing cost efficiencies to ensure we are maximizing profitability in our lab facilities. Oversee budgets for equipment, maintenance, and personnel.
• Indirectly responsible for product quality
• Other duties as assigned

Education and/or Work Experience Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, Physics, Mathematics, or a related technical field.
• 5+ years of leadership experience in technical, engineering, or testing roles is required.
• Strong knowledge of Test and measurement lab facilities, calibration, regulatory compliance and industry-specific software.
• Proven ability to manage teams, work under pressure, and drive improvements.
• Proficient with schematics and circuit diagrams, engineering drawings, BOM and indentured parts lists
• Working knowledge in mechanical assembly methods and electrical processes including wire cutting, striping, splicing, contact or terminal crimping, marking, solder sleeve, heat shrinking and soldering
• Experience with electrical testing including continuity and insulation resistance desired
• Working knowledge of ERP / MRP in a manufacturing environment is desired
• This role is based in Moorpark and requires regular travel to Oceanside Lab and Nashua NH lab

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards, including meeting qualitative and/or quantitative productivity standards.
• Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA and
• other federal, state and local standards.

This position requires applicants to be authorized to work in the US without sponsorship;
Test Equity does not sponsor applicants for work visas.

Test Equity provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.