Engine Test Site Manager: 49067
Job Description:
STS Technical Services is hiring an Engine Test Site Manager to oversee the on-site installation, commissioning, and field operations for cutting-edge aerospace test equipment in Indianapolis, Indiana.
This is a long-term, field-based role that combines technical leadership, hands-on problem-solving, and project management. If you're a mechanically inclined, safety-driven professional with aerospace or high-tech installation experience, this is a unique opportunity to work at the forefront of aviation innovation.
About the Role:
Our client designs, installs, and supports advanced aerospace test systems, including engine test cells. As the on-site leader in Indianapolis, you will be responsible for managing all daily field operations and coordinating closely with project managers, subcontractors, and client stakeholders to ensure projects are executed safely, on time, and within budget.
This contract is expected to last a minimum of two years, with strong potential for long-term extensions or additional projectsboth in the region and beyond.
Key Responsibilities:
Manage on-site installation and commissioning of engine test equipment
Serve as the primary on-site technical lead; spend approximately 80 of time in the field and 20 in the office
Coordinate directly with the Montreal-based Project Manager and local client representatives
Supervise and schedule both internal CEL team members and subcontractors
Lead daily site meetings, enforce OSHA and site safety protocols, and maintain high-quality standards
Track progress using daily activity reports and photographic documentation
Interpret project drawings and specifications, ensuring technical accuracy and compliance
Oversee resource allocation, material tracking, and site logistics
Prepare scopes of work, validate performance metrics, and assist with post-project analysis
Required Qualifications:
Associate or Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering
Minimum 2 years of relevant experience in a technical field-based role (preferably in aerospace or high-tech sectors)
OSHA 30 certification (required)
Experience managing subcontractors and internal technical teams on complex installations
Hands-on knowledge of engine test cells, mechanical systems, and electrical infrastructure
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, MS Project, and AutoCAD
Must reside near Indianapolis, Indiana, and be available on-site every workday
Strong communication, leadership, negotiation, and customer service skills
Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and collaborate across engineering disciplines
Preferred Skills & Attributes:
Familiarity with commissioning tools, validation techniques, and startup protocols
Skilled in documentation, performance tracking, and post-mortem analysis
Comfortable in fast-paced field environments with evolving technical demands
Open to future travel for continued project support beyond the initial two-year assignment
Why STS Technical Services?
STS Technical Services is a Top 100 Staffing Firm with a proven track record of placing skilled professionals in long-term roles across the aviation and aerospace industry. We are committed to providing meaningful work, competitive compensation, and unmatched contractor support throughout your assignment.
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Job Info
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States
Type
Permanent
Company Details
STS Technical Services
250 S. Executive Drive
Suite 101
Brookfield, Wisconsin 53005 USA
ststechnicaljobs/
145 Open Jobs Available
STS Technical Services
STS Technical Services is the staffing arm of STS Technical Group and STS Aviation Group. Our company is recognized as one of the largest staffing agencies in the U.S., and we specialize in delivering workforce management, RPO (recruitment process outsourcing)...
Benefits:
In addition to high-quality preventative medical and dental coverage, STS Technical Services offers contract workers year-end bonuses, local housing assistance, travel pay, safety bonuses, etc
Job Description:
STS Technical Services is hiring an Engine Test Site Manager to oversee the on-site installation, commissioning, and field operations for cutting-edge aerospace test equipment in Indianapolis, Indiana.
This is a long-term, field-based role that combines technical leadership, hands-on problem-solving, and project management. If you're a mechanically inclined, safety-driven professional with aerospace or high-tech installation experience, this is a unique opportunity to work at the forefront of aviation innovation.
About the Role:
Our client designs, installs, and supports advanced aerospace test systems, including engine test cells. As the on-site leader in Indianapolis, you will be responsible for managing all daily field operations and coordinating closely with project managers, subcontractors, and client stakeholders to ensure projects are executed safely, on time, and within budget.
This contract is expected to last a minimum of two years, with strong potential for long-term extensions or additional projectsboth in the region and beyond.
Key Responsibilities:
Manage on-site installation and commissioning of engine test equipment
Serve as the primary on-site technical lead; spend approximately 80 of time in the field and 20 in the office
Coordinate directly with the Montreal-based Project Manager and local client representatives
Supervise and schedule both internal CEL team members and subcontractors
Lead daily site meetings, enforce OSHA and site safety protocols, and maintain high-quality standards
Track progress using daily activity reports and photographic documentation
Interpret project drawings and specifications, ensuring technical accuracy and compliance
Oversee resource allocation, material tracking, and site logistics
Prepare scopes of work, validate performance metrics, and assist with post-project analysis
Required Qualifications:
Associate or Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering
Minimum 2 years of relevant experience in a technical field-based role (preferably in aerospace or high-tech sectors)
OSHA 30 certification (required)
Experience managing subcontractors and internal technical teams on complex installations
Hands-on knowledge of engine test cells, mechanical systems, and electrical infrastructure
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, MS Project, and AutoCAD
Must reside near Indianapolis, Indiana, and be available on-site every workday
Strong communication, leadership, negotiation, and customer service skills
Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and collaborate across engineering disciplines
Preferred Skills & Attributes:
Familiarity with commissioning tools, validation techniques, and startup protocols
Skilled in documentation, performance tracking, and post-mortem analysis
Comfortable in fast-paced field environments with evolving technical demands
Open to future travel for continued project support beyond the initial two-year assignment
Why STS Technical Services?
STS Technical Services is a Top 100 Staffing Firm with a proven track record of placing skilled professionals in long-term roles across the aviation and aerospace industry. We are committed to providing meaningful work, competitive compensation, and unmatched contractor support throughout your assignment.
IndeedAM
Now
(Job and company information not to be copied, shared, scraped, or otherwise disseminated/distributed without explicit consent of )
Now
Job Info
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States
Type
Permanent
Company Details
STS Technical Services
250 S. Executive Drive
Suite 101
Brookfield, Wisconsin 53005 USA
ststechnicaljobs/
145 Open Jobs Available
STS Technical Services
STS Technical Services is the staffing arm of STS Technical Group and STS Aviation Group. Our company is recognized as one of the largest staffing agencies in the U.S., and we specialize in delivering workforce management, RPO (recruitment process outsourcing)...
Benefits:
In addition to high-quality preventative medical and dental coverage, STS Technical Services offers contract workers year-end bonuses, local housing assistance, travel pay, safety bonuses, etc
Job ID: 479396316
Originally Posted on: 6/2/2025
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