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Who We Are
ZT Systems is an established multibillion-dollar technology company with 31 years in business. We are one of America’s fastest-growing private companies. At ZT Systems, we put people first , and from day one our team members take on an ownership mentality . We are passionate about teamwork , and the consistent high quality of our solutions differentiates us in the minds of our customers.
What We Do
ZT engineers hyperscale compute and storage solutions that are tailored to the unique workloads and business needs of our global datacenter customers. With the proven ability to deliver these solutions, ZT Systems is well positioned as the design, manufacturing and logistics partner of choice for hyperscale compute and storage customers.
What You’ll Do
The Test Operations Program Manager is responsible for driving continuous improvement and operational excellence across manufacturing test and repair processes. Working within the Test Engineering organization, this role partners closely with Manufacturing, Quality, NPI, and Engineering teams to standardize test practices, assess production challenges, and implement scalable solutions that improve product quality, test efficiency, and factory performance.
Key Responsibilities
- Driving alignment and standardization of manufacturing test and repair processes across production sites, ensuring consistency in test execution, data collection, and operational metrics.
- Partnering with Test Engineers to identify opportunities for improving product test coverage, test efficiency, yield performance, and overall manufacturing quality.
- Leading continuous improvement initiatives focused on reducing test escapes, optimizing cycle time, improving throughput, and enhancing repair effectiveness.
- Performing technical assessments of manufacturing test processes, equipment utilization, and production challenges, providing data-driven recommendations for improvement.
- Analyzing production test and repair data to identify trends, recurring failure modes, process gaps, and opportunities to improve product reliability and operational performance.
- Driving development and enhancement of test operations tools, dashboards, reporting systems, and KPI tracking mechanisms to improve visibility and decision-making.
- Collaborating with cross-functional teams to evaluate and implement new test technologies, automation capabilities, and best practices.
- Facilitating communication between Test Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, and Program Management teams to ensure timely resolution of production test issues.
- Providing regular status updates, technical assessments, risk evaluations, and improvement recommendations to leadership.
- Supporting New Product Introduction (NPI) activities by ensuring manufacturing test readiness, operational scalability, and alignment with established test methodologies.
What You’ll Bring
- Associate degree in Engineering Technology, Electronics Technology, Manufacturing Technology, Industrial Technology, Business, or a related field and 3+ years of relevant experience in manufacturing, test engineering, quality engineering, production operations, or program coordination; or
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, Operations Management, Business Administration, or a related discipline and 1+ years of relevant experience; or
- 5+ years of relevant experience in manufacturing, test engineering, quality engineering, production operations, or technical program support in lieu of a degree.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to interpret and analyze manufacturing and test performance data.
- Strong organizational, project coordination, and stakeholder management skills.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and data reporting too
Preferred Skills:
- Experience in a high-volume manufacturing environment.
- Familiarity with hardware/software integration testing.
- Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or other process improvement methodologies.
- Experience working with global teams and suppliers.
- PMP, Lean Six Sigma Green Belt certification.
ZT Systems, a Sanmina Company, assesses market data to ensure a competitive compensation package is created for all our employees. The typical base salary for this position is expected to be between $52,500. and $70,000 annually. If hired, the final base salary will be determined on an individual basis taking into consideration experience, skills, knowledge, education and/or certifications.
Base salary is just one component of ZT Systems total rewards philosophy. We take pride in offering a wide range of benefits and perks that appeal to the variety of needs across our diverse employee base. Other rewards may include bonus, paid time off, 401(k) retirement savings plan, tuition reimbursement, wellbeing resources, and more.
We are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this opportunity but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.
About ZT Systems
At ZT Systems, a Sanmina Company, you’ll get to do work you are proud of alongside smart, passionate people. Every day, there are opportunities to collaborate with the best in the industry to design, build, and deliver impactful solutions to world-class customers. Along the way, you will gain hands-on experience in a fast-paced environment that’s challenging, rewarding, and career-defining.
A culture built around our values we work hard and think fast. We view challenges as opportunities—to do better, push harder, and be faster than we were the day before. When we fail, we learn from it and move on together. And when we succeed, we use the momentum to go even further. We create value with everything we do, building the foundation of today—and transforming the future of tomorrow.
Join ZT Systems and help us build technology infrastructure that connects the world.
What We Offer
At ZT Systems, a Sanmina Company, we believe that investing in our people is key to our continued growth and innovation. When you join our team, you’ll gain access to a comprehensive and inclusive benefits package designed to support your well-being, financial security, and professional development—both now and in the future.
Compensation & Financial Security
- Competitive base salary
- Performance-based annual bonus eligibility
- 401(k) retirement savings plan
- Tuition reimbursement for eligible education programs
Health & Wellness
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with access to leading providers
-Mental health resources and employee wellness support programs-
- Company-paid life and disability insurance
Time Away & Work-Life Balance
- Paid time off (PTO) and company-paid holidays
- Parental leave and family care support programs
Growth & Purpose
- Structured training programs and on-the-job learning opportunities
- Matching gifts and volunteer programs to support causes you care about
These benefits are available to eligible employees and are designed to grow with you as your career evolves. Full benefits and eligibility varies by work location.
ZT Group Int’l. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. ZT Systems 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.
Please be aware that certain positions may require the applicant to either 1) be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or 2) be eligible to obtain an export control license or license exception from the Bureau of Industry and Science & U.S. Department of Commerce. All offers of employment will be conditional subject to the foregoing.
Who We Are
ZT Systems is an established multibillion-dollar technology company with 31 years in business. We are one of America’s fastest-growing private companies. At ZT Systems, we put people first , and from day one our team members take on an ownership mentality . We are passionate about teamwork , and the consistent high quality of our solutions differentiates us in the minds of our customers.
What We Do
ZT engineers hyperscale compute and storage solutions that are tailored to the unique workloads and business needs of our global datacenter customers. With the proven ability to deliver these solutions, ZT Systems is well positioned as the design, manufacturing and logistics partner of choice for hyperscale compute and storage customers.
What You’ll Do
The Test Operations Program Manager is responsible for driving continuous improvement and operational excellence across manufacturing test and repair processes. Working within the Test Engineering organization, this role partners closely with Manufacturing, Quality, NPI, and Engineering teams to standardize test practices, assess production challenges, and implement scalable solutions that improve product quality, test efficiency, and factory performance.
Key Responsibilities
- Driving alignment and standardization of manufacturing test and repair processes across production sites, ensuring consistency in test execution, data collection, and operational metrics.
- Partnering with Test Engineers to identify opportunities for improving product test coverage, test efficiency, yield performance, and overall manufacturing quality.
- Leading continuous improvement initiatives focused on reducing test escapes, optimizing cycle time, improving throughput, and enhancing repair effectiveness.
- Performing technical assessments of manufacturing test processes, equipment utilization, and production challenges, providing data-driven recommendations for improvement.
- Analyzing production test and repair data to identify trends, recurring failure modes, process gaps, and opportunities to improve product reliability and operational performance.
- Driving development and enhancement of test operations tools, dashboards, reporting systems, and KPI tracking mechanisms to improve visibility and decision-making.
- Collaborating with cross-functional teams to evaluate and implement new test technologies, automation capabilities, and best practices.
- Facilitating communication between Test Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, and Program Management teams to ensure timely resolution of production test issues.
- Providing regular status updates, technical assessments, risk evaluations, and improvement recommendations to leadership.
- Supporting New Product Introduction (NPI) activities by ensuring manufacturing test readiness, operational scalability, and alignment with established test methodologies.
What You’ll Bring
- Associate degree in Engineering Technology, Electronics Technology, Manufacturing Technology, Industrial Technology, Business, or a related field and 3+ years of relevant experience in manufacturing, test engineering, quality engineering, production operations, or program coordination; or
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, Operations Management, Business Administration, or a related discipline and 1+ years of relevant experience; or
- 5+ years of relevant experience in manufacturing, test engineering, quality engineering, production operations, or technical program support in lieu of a degree.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to interpret and analyze manufacturing and test performance data.
- Strong organizational, project coordination, and stakeholder management skills.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and data reporting too
Preferred Skills:
- Experience in a high-volume manufacturing environment.
- Familiarity with hardware/software integration testing.
- Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or other process improvement methodologies.
- Experience working with global teams and suppliers.
- PMP, Lean Six Sigma Green Belt certification.
ZT Systems, a Sanmina Company, assesses market data to ensure a competitive compensation package is created for all our employees. The typical base salary for this position is expected to be between $52,500. and $70,000 annually. If hired, the final base salary will be determined on an individual basis taking into consideration experience, skills, knowledge, education and/or certifications.
Base salary is just one component of ZT Systems total rewards philosophy. We take pride in offering a wide range of benefits and perks that appeal to the variety of needs across our diverse employee base. Other rewards may include bonus, paid time off, 401(k) retirement savings plan, tuition reimbursement, wellbeing resources, and more.
We are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this opportunity but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.
About ZT Systems
At ZT Systems, a Sanmina Company, you’ll get to do work you are proud of alongside smart, passionate people. Every day, there are opportunities to collaborate with the best in the industry to design, build, and deliver impactful solutions to world-class customers. Along the way, you will gain hands-on experience in a fast-paced environment that’s challenging, rewarding, and career-defining.
A culture built around our values we work hard and think fast. We view challenges as opportunities—to do better, push harder, and be faster than we were the day before. When we fail, we learn from it and move on together. And when we succeed, we use the momentum to go even further. We create value with everything we do, building the foundation of today—and transforming the future of tomorrow.
Join ZT Systems and help us build technology infrastructure that connects the world.
What We Offer
At ZT Systems, a Sanmina Company, we believe that investing in our people is key to our continued growth and innovation. When you join our team, you’ll gain access to a comprehensive and inclusive benefits package designed to support your well-being, financial security, and professional development—both now and in the future.
Compensation & Financial Security
- Competitive base salary
- Performance-based annual bonus eligibility
- 401(k) retirement savings plan
- Tuition reimbursement for eligible education programs
Health & Wellness
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with access to leading providers
-Mental health resources and employee wellness support programs-
- Company-paid life and disability insurance
Time Away & Work-Life Balance
- Paid time off (PTO) and company-paid holidays
- Parental leave and family care support programs
Growth & Purpose
- Structured training programs and on-the-job learning opportunities
- Matching gifts and volunteer programs to support causes you care about
These benefits are available to eligible employees and are designed to grow with you as your career evolves. Full benefits and eligibility varies by work location.
ZT Group Int’l. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. ZT Systems 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.
Please be aware that certain positions may require the applicant to either 1) be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or 2) be eligible to obtain an export control license or license exception from the Bureau of Industry and Science & U.S. Department of Commerce. All offers of employment will be conditional subject to the foregoing.
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in program test manager jobs.
- 7 or more years of software or systems testing experience with at least 2 in a management role
- Demonstrated ability to build and execute a master test plan across multiple workstreams or vendors
- Proficiency with test management tools such as Jama, Zephyr, or similar platforms
- Experience with Agile, SAFe, or hybrid SDLC environments at the program level
- ISTQB Advanced or equivalent testing certification preferred by most enterprise and government employers
- Strong written communication skills for producing test reports, metrics dashboards, and executive summaries
Tips for Your Program Test Manager Job Search
Tailor your resume to testing frameworks
Hiring managers for program test managers scan for specific frameworks like IEEE 829, ISTQB, or SAFe. Call out the exact methodologies you've led, not just 'managed testing.' Vague claims get filtered before a human reads them.
Quantify test coverage and defect outcomes
Your resume needs concrete outcomes: test coverage rates you achieved, defect escape rates you reduced, or release cycles you shortened. Program test manager candidates who list only responsibilities lose ground to those who show measurable impact.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists program test manager openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Filter by program complexity, not just title
A program test manager at a five-person startup and one overseeing a multi-vendor defense program are different jobs. When targeting openings, check for contract vehicle types, team size, and whether the role owns the master test plan or just executes it.
Prepare a walk-through of your test strategy
Interviewers will ask you to describe a test strategy you built from scratch. Prepare a concise story covering scope decisions, risk-based prioritization, and how you handled a coverage gap under schedule pressure. Generic answers about process don't land.
Negotiate scope before accepting an offer
Before accepting, clarify whether the role owns test planning authority or only execution. Many program test manager titles carry management responsibility without real planning control. Ask directly which deliverables you own and who approves test entry and exit criteria.
Program Test Manager Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most program test managers?
The most active employers for program test managers right now are Lockheed Martin, Tesla, and Mercury Systems, and the most openings are in California, Virginia, and Massachusetts, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Defense contractors and large healthcare IT organizations consistently represent a significant share of open roles.
How many program test manager jobs are remote?
About 43% of program test manager openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, with fully on-site roles most common in government contracting and regulated industries. Quality assurance governance and test strategy work tends to be the most remote-compatible sub-area, while hands-on hardware or systems integration testing roles typically require on-site presence.
How do you become a program test manager?
Start by building several years of hands-on software or systems testing experience, then move into a lead or senior QA role where you own a test plan end to end. Pursue a recognized testing certification to signal structured methodology knowledge. Demonstrate cross-functional coordination by managing testing across multiple teams or vendors, then target program-level roles that require a master test plan and formal test governance.
Can you get hired as a program test manager without direct management experience?
Some employers will consider strong senior QA leads who have informally supervised other testers or owned a test strategy across a large program. Focus your resume on scope and ownership rather than headcount: show that you defined test entry and exit criteria, coordinated with development and release teams, and produced executive-level test reporting. Smaller companies and startups are more flexible on the formal management requirement than government contractors or large enterprises.
What does the program test manager interview process look like?
Most processes include an initial screening call, a technical round focused on your approach to test planning and defect management, and a behavioral round using scenario-based questions about handling scope changes or stakeholder conflicts. Some employers add a take-home exercise asking you to review a sample test plan or write test entry criteria for a described program. Final rounds often include a panel with a program manager and a quality lead.
Where can I find and apply to program test manager jobs?
You can find and apply to program test manager jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that match your experience level and industry focus, then apply directly to each one that fits.
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