System Test Manager (m/f/d)

NAXCON GmbH, headquartered in Weil am Rhein with additional offices, including Stuttgart, is one of Germany's leading engineering and IT service providers.

Our experts possess extensive expertise in software and hardware development, modern electronics, and cutting-edge technologies such as Artificial Intelligence (AI).

In addition to delivering high-quality engineering solutions for our customers, we are passionate about driving our own innovation projects as well as research and development activities. Renowned companies from a wide range of industries place their trust in our expertise, reflecting the outstanding knowledge, professionalism, and commitment of our engineers.

Position: System Test Manager (m/f/d)

Location: Gilching, Heimertingen

Field: Defence

Type: Full-time

Tasks:

• Technical Leadership: Leading a project-based test team in the defense sector and managing all relevant validation activities.
• Strategy & Planning: Developing and implementing a comprehensive test strategy for our software products, as well as planning and monitoring manual and automated test activities.
• Design: Creating system and acceptance tests based on functional,
  technical, and operational requirements
• Quality Assurance: Ensuring the highest quality standards throughout all phases of the product development process.
• Process Optimization: Introduction and continuous optimization of modern testing methods, tools, and meaningful test metrics.
• Stakeholder Management: Close collaboration with project participants, the product lines, and the relevant development departments.

Requirements:

• Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in computer science, mathematics, or a comparable STEM field, or technical vocational training (e.g., IT specialist).
• Networking expertise: Knowledge of IP addressing, routing, switching, as well as wired (Ethernet) and wireless communication (VHF, UHF, LTE, SatCom).
• Testing expertise: In-depth understanding of verification and validation processes, as well as experience with functional, acceptance, and performance testing.
• Methodology & Standards: Proficiency with the V-Model XT and, ideally, knowledge of ISO 29119 standards.
• Tool Knowledge: Practical experience with ALM and test management tools (e.g., Jira X-Ray, IBM Doors) as well as version control systems (Git).
• Agile Mindset: Substantial experience with agile development methods such as Scrum or Kanban.
• Personality: Analytical approach to work, strong customer focus, and the ability to communicate in a solution-oriented manner even in complex situations.
• Languages: Very good written and spoken German and English

What we offer:

• International Working Environment: Join a diverse and multicultural team where people from different backgrounds and cultures collaborate to achieve outstanding results.
• German Language Development: Whether you are a beginner or an advanced speaker, we provide a supportive environment to help you improve your German language skills.
• Dedicated Point of Contact: You will have a personal contact within the company who will support and guide you throughout your employment.
• Professional Growth: Our engineers have the opportunity to work on exciting projects across different industries, continuously expanding their expertise and developing new skills.
• Regular Team Events: We organize regular company events to strengthen team spirit, encourage collaboration, and create a positive working atmosphere.
• Competitive Compensation: We value our employees and offer an attractive compensation package that reflects your qualifications, experience, and performance.

Note:

• Travel expenses for on-site interviews are covered by the candidates themselves