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# Firmware Test Engineering Manager

- **Company:** Milwaukee Tool
- **Location:** Brookfield, WI, United States
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Agile Methodology, Data Analysis, Automation of Tests, C Sharp (Programming Language), C++ (Programming Language), Computer Engineering, Continuous Delivery, Continuous Integration, Datasheets, DevOps, Digital Electronics, Firmware, Python (Programming Language), LabVIEW, Requirements Management, Software Configuration Management, Software Engineering, Strategies of Testing, Scripting, Information Technology
- **Published:** October 26, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.techcareers.com/job.asp?id=3466773432&tx=CT3129TTT&pt=1&aff=0B19D771-A501-4A5E-8338-2A822B784D54&utm_source=Job%20Feed&utm_medium=textkernel&utm_campaign=DE&utm_term=0B19D771-A501-4A5E-8338-2A822B784D54

## About the Role

Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S.; Sponsorship is not available for this position at this time., * Bachelor of Science Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related field.

 * 7+ years of experience with verification/validation testing, hardware in the loop (HIL) testing, embedded systems and/or PCBA design.
 * Ability to read schematics and component data sheets, along with a proficient understanding of digital circuits to understand the interaction between firmware and electronics.
 * Proficient in using laboratory equipment such as oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, power supplies, e-loads, data acquisition systems, multimeters, power analyzers, etc.
 * Experience with National Instrument hardware, Test Stand, and/or LabView for automated testing (Development or Execution).
 * Experience using a scripting language (Python, C#, or C/C++ etc.) to create automated tests.
 * Practical experience leading through all aspects of the software development lifecycle.
 * 3+ years of leadership or project management experience with demonstrated ability to partner across discipline and organizational boundaries to develop and execute project plans.
 * Proficient using tools required for software configuration management, requirements management, defect tracking, and peer review.
 * Practical experience with DevOps, automated testing, continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD).
 * Good understanding of various testing methodologies.
 * Excellent problem-solving skills, exercises independent judgement, and works well under pressure in a dynamic environment.
 * Self-motivated, organized, efficient, and process oriented.
 * Strong communication skills (verbal and written).
 * Ability to travel up to 10% (Domestic and International).

Other TOOLS we prefer you to have:

 * Exposure to bare-metal firmware design.

## Description

The Firmware Test Engineering Manager will be a technical lead in the development and execution of test strategies for new firmware architectures, applications, components, and libraries to ensure on-time delivery and requirements are met. You will also lead a medium size team of engineers to support the testing of embedded systems. You will interface with electronic hardware design and other cross-functional teams to understand system design requirements and translate them into testable requirements., * Lead the design, development, execution, and troubleshooting efforts for test procedures related to firmware features, applications, and subsystems of mid to high level complexity.

 * Lead the design, review, and refinement of engineering requirements for test needs.
 * Lead peer-review of test designs and automation.
 * Develop test plans and drive consensus to enable the delivery of firmware that meets all requirements by testing.
 * Lead agile project teams through the new product development process.
 * Drive continuous improvement efforts of test development.
 * Champion experiments using simulations and other methods to draw concise, logical conclusions by analyzing data.
 * Use agile methods to break down tasks, assign work, provide estimates, drive critical milestones, and track progress to ensure adherence to schedule and Milwaukee Tool's processes.
 * Lead technical meetings, develop, and give formal technical presentations, and lead a small technical team.
 * Quickly, effectively, and candidly frame-up and escalate business risks/opportunities to senior leadership.
 * Effectively communicate and motivate up, down and across the organization to a diverse range of technical and non-technical team members.
 * Drive urgency in project schedules and accountability for establishing and achieving key project metrics that meet the organization's needs.