STEM OPT Test Engineering Manager Jobs

Test Engineering Manager roles sit squarely within STEM OPT eligibility, letting you work for up to 36 months post-graduation without H-1B sponsorship right away. Your employer must be enrolled in E-Verify, and your engineering or computer science degree must align with the role's CIP code to qualify for the 24-month extension.

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Overview

Open Jobs6+
Top Visa TypeF-1 OPT
Work Type100% On-site
Median Salary$93K
Top LocationHouston, TX
Most JobsALSTOM

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MYTra
Manager, Systems Test Engineering
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Manager, Systems Test Engineering
MYTra
Brisbane, California
Specialized Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Electrical Engineering
Quality Assurance & Testing (QA Testing)
Project & Program Management
Engineering (Non-Software)
Project Management
$170,000/yr - $190,000/yr
On-Site
2+ yrs exp.
Bachelor's

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Coherent Corp.
Senior Manager, Test-OCS
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Coherent Corp.
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Senior Manager, Test-OCS
Coherent Corp.
Sunnyvale, California
Specialized Engineering
Project & Program Management
Engineering (Non-Software)
On-Site
2+ yrs exp.
Bachelor's

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Alstom
Turnkey APM Test & Commissioning Manager
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Alstom
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Turnkey APM Test & Commissioning Manager
Alstom
Houston, Texas
Project & Program Management
Specialized Engineering
Engineering (Non-Software)
Product Management
On-Site
2+ yrs exp.
Bachelor's

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Joby Aviation
Flight Test Instrumentation Engineering Intern
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Joby Aviation
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Flight Test Instrumentation Engineering Intern
Joby Aviation
Santa Cruz, California
Specialized Engineering
Project & Program Management
Engineering (Non-Software)
Aerospace Engineering
Project Management
$5,550/mo - $7,800/mo
On-Site
Bachelor's
1,001-5,000

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ALSTOM
Turnkey APM Test & Commissioning Manager
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ALSTOM
Added 2mo ago
Turnkey APM Test & Commissioning Manager
ALSTOM
Houston, Texas
Project & Program Management
Specialized Engineering
Engineering (Non-Software)
On-Site
2+ yrs exp.
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Tips for Finding STEM OPT Authorization as a Test Engineering Manager

Verify your CIP code matches the role

Pull your degree's Classification of Instructional Programs code from your DSO and cross-reference it against the Test Engineering Manager position using O*NET. A mismatch between your credential and the role's STEM designation disqualifies the extension before you even apply.

Confirm E-Verify enrollment before accepting offers

Ask your recruiter for the company's E-Verify Company ID or search the E-Verify employer search tool directly. An employer who isn't enrolled cannot legally employ you on STEM OPT, so verify enrollment before negotiating terms, not after.

Build your I-983 training plan around measurable outcomes

Your I-983 must show how the Test Engineering Manager role provides practical training aligned to your STEM degree. Document specific learning objectives tied to test strategy, quality systems, or engineering leadership rather than generic job duties, which USCIS scrutinizes closely.

Target employers with active PERM and LCA filing history

Companies that have filed Labor Condition Applications for engineering manager roles are already set up to sponsor and often have dedicated HR processes for work-authorized candidates. Use Migrate Mate to filter Test Engineering Manager openings by verified employer filing history so you're not starting from scratch.

Time your STEM OPT application to avoid authorization gaps

File your STEM OPT extension at least 90 days before your initial OPT EAD expires. USCIS grants a 180-day automatic extension while the application is pending, but only if you file on time and your I-20 reflects the correct STEM designation.

Address the managerial title directly in sponsorship conversations

Some employers hesitate to place a STEM OPT candidate in a manager-level role because they assume it signals H-1B dependency too early. Lead with your engineering credentials and clarify that your 24-month extension gives the company a full hiring runway before any further sponsorship decision is required.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does a Test Engineering Manager role qualify for the STEM OPT extension?

Yes, if your degree falls under a qualifying STEM CIP code and the role directly applies that technical training. Test Engineering Manager positions typically draw on electrical, computer, or systems engineering backgrounds, all of which appear on the STEM Designated Degree Program List. Your DSO confirms eligibility when endorsing your I-20 for the extension, so bring the job description to that conversation.

What E-Verify requirement applies to my STEM OPT employer?

Every employer who hires you on STEM OPT must be enrolled in E-Verify at the worksite where you'll actually work, not just at corporate headquarters. If you're placed at a client site through a staffing arrangement, that end-client location must also be enrolled. You can confirm enrollment through the E-Verify employer search before signing an offer letter.

What should my I-983 training plan include for a Test Engineering Manager position?

Your I-983 must connect your day-to-day responsibilities to your STEM degree with specific, measurable learning objectives. For a Test Engineering Manager, that means detailing how you'll develop test frameworks, lead quality assurance teams, or apply systems engineering principles, not just listing your reporting structure. USCIS expects the plan to demonstrate genuine practical training, and your employer's authorized representative must co-sign it.

How does cap-gap protection apply if my H-1B is selected while I'm working as a Test Engineering Manager?

If your employer files an H-1B petition on your behalf before your OPT EAD expires and USCIS selects it in the lottery, cap-gap protection automatically extends your work authorization through September 30 of that year. You can continue working as a Test Engineering Manager during that period without interruption. Your DSO issues an updated I-20 reflecting the cap-gap extension, which you carry with your existing EAD as proof of continued authorization.

Where can I find Test Engineering Manager jobs where the employer already understands STEM OPT requirements?

Migrate Mate lists Test Engineering Manager openings filtered for employers with verified E-Verify enrollment and sponsorship filing history, so you're not spending time educating recruiters about work authorization basics. Searching there narrows your list to companies that have already navigated the process for STEM OPT candidates, which makes the offer and onboarding conversation significantly more straightforward.

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