H-1B Visa Test Engineering Manager Jobs
Test Engineering Manager roles qualify for H-1B visa sponsorship as specialty occupations requiring a bachelor's degree or higher in electrical engineering, computer science, or a related field. Employers file a Labor Condition Application with DOL before sponsoring, and the annual H-1B cap means timing your job search around the April lottery window matters.
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At Motorola Solutions, we believe that everything starts with our people. We’re a global close-knit community, united by the relentless pursuit to help keep people safer everywhere. We build and connect technologies to help protect people, property and places. Our solutions foster the collaboration that’s critical for safer communities, safer schools, safer hospitals, safer businesses, and ultimately, safer nations. Connect with a career that matters, and help us build a safer future.
Department Overview
The Supply Chain & Procurement Transformation department is a specialized team focused on fundamentally improving and modernizing an organization's supply chain and procurement functions. This isn't just about incremental improvements; it's about driving significant, strategic change to create a more efficient, resilient, and value-driven supply chain.
Job Description
North America Test Engineering Manager to lead a team of Test Engineers, overseeing the strategy, development, and execution of product testing to ensure quality. This role involves managing staff, including hiring, training, and performance evaluation. It also includes collaborating with other departments to define testing strategies, create test plans, and manage The North America Test Engineering Manager is a pivotal leadership role responsible for the overall strategy, development, and execution of product testing to ensure the highest quality standards. This role encompasses comprehensive staff management, including the hiring of top talent, providing ongoing training, and conducting thorough performance evaluations to foster a high-performing team.
The Manager will collaborate extensively with cross-functional departments such as R&D, product management, and manufacturing to define robust testing strategies, create detailed test plans, and efficiently manage resources. This is crucial for ensuring projects are completed on-time and within budget. A key aspect of the role involves the management of test environments and tools, alongside a continuous drive to improve test processes and methodologies. Furthermore, the Manager will provide strong technical leadership and mentorship to the team, guiding them in best practices and problem-solving.
Key Responsibilities
- Strategic Planning: Develop and implement a comprehensive test engineering strategy aligned with overall business objectives and product roadmaps.
- Team Leadership & Development: Lead, mentor, and manage a team of Test Engineers, fostering their professional growth and ensuring high productivity. This includes hiring, training, performance reviews, and career pathing.
- Test Process Management: Oversee the entire product testing lifecycle, from requirements analysis and test plan creation to execution, defect tracking, and reporting.
- Collaboration: Work closely with R&D, design, and manufacturing teams to integrate testing activities seamlessly into the product development process.
- Resource Management: Allocate and manage testing resources, including personnel, equipment, and budget, to optimize project timelines and costs.
- Quality Assurance: Establish and maintain high standards for product quality and reliability through effective testing methodologies.
- Risk Management: Identify and mitigate potential testing risks and challenges.
- Reporting: Provide regular updates and reports on testing progress, issues, and overall product quality to senior management.
Innovation
- Continuously finds methods to improve efficiency metrics for the team (on-time delivery, cost, quality).
- Researches and implements new testing technologies, tools, and methodologies to enhance test coverage and effectiveness.
- Drives continuous improvement initiatives within the test engineering function.
Organization/Project Management
- Coordinates resources and tasks to meet overall group objectives and priorities.
- Monitors achievements and costs, and removes barriers to group’s success.
- Manages multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring clear communication and timely completion.
- Develops and maintains detailed project schedules and milestones.
Skills
- Strong background in LabView Development Experience.
- In-depth Knowledge in Hardware and RF testing principles and applications.
- Extensive Programming experience in C, C#, and C++.
- Proven experience in managing and leading technical teams.
- Excellent problem-solving and analytical abilities.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Familiarity with various testing methodologies (e.g., agile, waterfall) and test automation frameworks.
- Ability to troubleshoot complex technical issues.
Qualifications
- Demonstrated experience with product development life cycles and quality assurance processes resources to ensure on-time and within-budget project completion. Key responsibilities include managing test environments and tools, improving test processes, and providing technical leadership and mentorship.
Basic Requirements
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related technical field.
- 8+ years of experience in Test Engineering.
Travel Requirements
10-25%
Relocation Provided
None
Position Type
Experienced
Referral Payment Plan
Yes
Our U.S. Benefits include:
- Incentive Bonus Plans
- Medical, Dental, Vision benefits
- 401K with Company Match
- 10 Paid Holidays
- Generous Paid Time Off Packages
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- Paid Parental & Family Leave
- and more!
EEO Statement
Motorola Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other legally-protected characteristic.
We are proud of our people-first and community-focused culture, empowering every Motorolan to be their most authentic self and to do their best work to deliver on the promise of a safer world. If you’d like to join our team but feel that you don’t quite meet all of the preferred skills, we’d still love to hear why you think you’d be a great addition to our team.
We’re committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruiting experience for candidates with disabilities, or other physical or mental health conditions. To request an accommodation, please complete this Reasonable Accommodations Form so we can assist you.
Company Overview
At Motorola Solutions, we believe that everything starts with our people. We’re a global close-knit community, united by the relentless pursuit to help keep people safer everywhere. We build and connect technologies to help protect people, property and places. Our solutions foster the collaboration that’s critical for safer communities, safer schools, safer hospitals, safer businesses, and ultimately, safer nations. Connect with a career that matters, and help us build a safer future.
Department Overview
The Supply Chain & Procurement Transformation department is a specialized team focused on fundamentally improving and modernizing an organization's supply chain and procurement functions. This isn't just about incremental improvements; it's about driving significant, strategic change to create a more efficient, resilient, and value-driven supply chain.
Job Description
North America Test Engineering Manager to lead a team of Test Engineers, overseeing the strategy, development, and execution of product testing to ensure quality. This role involves managing staff, including hiring, training, and performance evaluation. It also includes collaborating with other departments to define testing strategies, create test plans, and manage The North America Test Engineering Manager is a pivotal leadership role responsible for the overall strategy, development, and execution of product testing to ensure the highest quality standards. This role encompasses comprehensive staff management, including the hiring of top talent, providing ongoing training, and conducting thorough performance evaluations to foster a high-performing team.
The Manager will collaborate extensively with cross-functional departments such as R&D, product management, and manufacturing to define robust testing strategies, create detailed test plans, and efficiently manage resources. This is crucial for ensuring projects are completed on-time and within budget. A key aspect of the role involves the management of test environments and tools, alongside a continuous drive to improve test processes and methodologies. Furthermore, the Manager will provide strong technical leadership and mentorship to the team, guiding them in best practices and problem-solving.
Key Responsibilities
- Strategic Planning: Develop and implement a comprehensive test engineering strategy aligned with overall business objectives and product roadmaps.
- Team Leadership & Development: Lead, mentor, and manage a team of Test Engineers, fostering their professional growth and ensuring high productivity. This includes hiring, training, performance reviews, and career pathing.
- Test Process Management: Oversee the entire product testing lifecycle, from requirements analysis and test plan creation to execution, defect tracking, and reporting.
- Collaboration: Work closely with R&D, design, and manufacturing teams to integrate testing activities seamlessly into the product development process.
- Resource Management: Allocate and manage testing resources, including personnel, equipment, and budget, to optimize project timelines and costs.
- Quality Assurance: Establish and maintain high standards for product quality and reliability through effective testing methodologies.
- Risk Management: Identify and mitigate potential testing risks and challenges.
- Reporting: Provide regular updates and reports on testing progress, issues, and overall product quality to senior management.
Innovation
- Continuously finds methods to improve efficiency metrics for the team (on-time delivery, cost, quality).
- Researches and implements new testing technologies, tools, and methodologies to enhance test coverage and effectiveness.
- Drives continuous improvement initiatives within the test engineering function.
Organization/Project Management
- Coordinates resources and tasks to meet overall group objectives and priorities.
- Monitors achievements and costs, and removes barriers to group’s success.
- Manages multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring clear communication and timely completion.
- Develops and maintains detailed project schedules and milestones.
Skills
- Strong background in LabView Development Experience.
- In-depth Knowledge in Hardware and RF testing principles and applications.
- Extensive Programming experience in C, C#, and C++.
- Proven experience in managing and leading technical teams.
- Excellent problem-solving and analytical abilities.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Familiarity with various testing methodologies (e.g., agile, waterfall) and test automation frameworks.
- Ability to troubleshoot complex technical issues.
Qualifications
- Demonstrated experience with product development life cycles and quality assurance processes resources to ensure on-time and within-budget project completion. Key responsibilities include managing test environments and tools, improving test processes, and providing technical leadership and mentorship.
Basic Requirements
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related technical field.
- 8+ years of experience in Test Engineering.
Travel Requirements
10-25%
Relocation Provided
None
Position Type
Experienced
Referral Payment Plan
Yes
Our U.S. Benefits include:
- Incentive Bonus Plans
- Medical, Dental, Vision benefits
- 401K with Company Match
- 10 Paid Holidays
- Generous Paid Time Off Packages
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- Paid Parental & Family Leave
- and more!
EEO Statement
Motorola Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other legally-protected characteristic.
We are proud of our people-first and community-focused culture, empowering every Motorolan to be their most authentic self and to do their best work to deliver on the promise of a safer world. If you’d like to join our team but feel that you don’t quite meet all of the preferred skills, we’d still love to hear why you think you’d be a great addition to our team.
We’re committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruiting experience for candidates with disabilities, or other physical or mental health conditions. To request an accommodation, please complete this Reasonable Accommodations Form so we can assist you.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Test Engineering Manager
Frame your credentials around specialty occupation
Pull the O*NET profile for Test Engineering Manager and map your degree and experience directly to the listed knowledge requirements. USCIS denies petitions when the degree-to-role connection isn't explicit, so build that case before you start applying.
Target employers with cap-exempt filing history
Universities, affiliated nonprofits, and qualifying research institutions can sponsor H-1B workers outside the annual cap and at any time of year. Test engineering leadership roles exist at these organizations, and skipping the lottery eliminates the biggest timing risk in your job search.
Search verified sponsoring employers on Migrate Mate
Filter Test Engineering Manager roles by employers who have filed H-1B Labor Condition Applications through DOL. Migrate Mate surfaces that filing history by role and employer so you're not guessing which companies will actually sponsor.
Verify prevailing wage before negotiating your offer
Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up the prevailing wage for your job title, level, and work location before discussing compensation. Your employer's LCA must certify a wage at or above that threshold, so knowing it protects you from an underpayment that could jeopardize the filing.
Clarify the petition timeline during offer negotiation
Ask the recruiting team whether they file I-129 petitions for cap-subject H-1B roles in April or use premium processing. A Test Engineering Manager role starting in October requires the petition submitted in April, so confirming this before you accept avoids a six-month gap in your authorization.
Document your management scope for the I-129
USCIS scrutinizes manager titles to confirm the role involves specialized duties, not just supervision of lower-level workers. Prepare a detailed job description that specifies the engineering systems you oversee, team size, and the specialized knowledge required to direct testing strategy and quality frameworks.
H-1B Visa Test Engineering Manager: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Test Engineering Manager role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Yes. USCIS classifies Test Engineering Manager as a specialty occupation because the role requires theoretical and practical application of engineering principles at a level normally met by a bachelor's degree or higher in electrical engineering, computer science, mechanical engineering, or a closely related field. The employer must demonstrate in the LCA and I-129 petition that the specific position requires that degree in a directly related discipline.
Which employers typically sponsor H-1B visas for Test Engineering Manager roles?
Semiconductor companies, aerospace and defense contractors, automotive manufacturers with embedded systems divisions, and enterprise software firms with hardware product lines regularly file H-1B LCAs for test engineering leadership roles. You can search DOL LCA disclosure data through Migrate Mate to see which employers have filed for this specific job title and where those positions are located.
Can I transfer my H-1B to a new employer if I'm already a Test Engineering Manager?
Yes. H-1B portability under AC21 lets you start working for a new employer as soon as the transfer petition is filed with USCIS, provided your current H-1B was approved and you're maintaining status. The new employer files a fresh I-129 with an updated LCA, and you don't lose your place in the priority date queue if you're in a green card backlog.
How does the H-1B prevailing wage requirement affect Test Engineering Manager hiring?
DOL requires employers to pay the higher of the actual wage paid to comparable employees or the prevailing wage for the role in that geographic area. For Test Engineering Manager, the prevailing wage varies significantly by level and location. You can look up the applicable wage using OFLC Wage Search before and after receiving an offer to confirm the LCA-certified wage is accurate for your level and work site.
Does moving to a remote work arrangement affect my H-1B status as a Test Engineering Manager?
Yes. If you work remotely from a location not listed on your approved LCA, your employer must file an amended LCA and potentially an amended I-129 petition with USCIS for the new worksite. Test Engineering Manager roles that shift to a different metropolitan statistical area require a new prevailing wage determination because DOL wage levels are tied to the specific location where you perform the work.