Test Engineering Manager Jobs in Mississippi
Test Engineering Manager jobs in Mississippi are actively sought across the state's defense, aerospace, and advanced manufacturing sectors, with demand at both senior individual-contributor-to-management and multi-team leadership levels. The heaviest concentration of openings is in Jackson, Huntsville-adjacent northern Mississippi, and the Gulf Coast corridor around Biloxi and Gulfport, where employers such as Northrop Grumman, Raytheon, and Ingalls Shipbuilding maintain significant engineering operations. The most in-demand specialties include systems validation, hardware-in-the-loop test environments, and software quality assurance for defense platforms. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Job Description:
Sr Distribution Manager
WE CREATE EMPOWERED LEADERS! At Milwaukee Tool we firmly believe that our People and our Culture are the secrets to our success - so we give you unlimited access to everything you need to provide…
Behind our doors you'll be empowered every day to own it, drive it, and do what it takes to support the biggest breakthroughs in the industry. Meanwhile, you'll have the support and resources of the fastest-growing brand in the construction industry to make it happen.
Your Role on Our Team:
The Sr. Distribution Manager is responsible for safety, productivity and quality in a multi-site, high-volume distribution center. Ensures operations meets on-time shipping requirements for a large customer base via truckload, LTL and parcel shipments. Directly responsibility for all facets of the operation on an off-shift including management of multiple first-line supervisors and hundreds of hourly employees.
You’ll be DISRUPTIVE through these duties and responsibilities:
- Embrace, demonstrate, and require Milwaukee Culture to be the most significant driver of daily operations and interactions
- Manage a team of supervisors and managers to support 3 facilities including inbound operations, picking, outbound operations and cycle counting
- Develop and manage continuous improvement and cost savings projects, accountable to coordinate cross-functional resources, as well as monitoring, meeting, and reporting project deliverables
- Prepare reports and statistics of on-time shipments, fill rate, shipment accuracy and safety
- Build the skills of all Functional leaders and associates through hands-on interactions and personal mentoring in lean management tools, cultural change leadership and strategy deployment
- Contribute to the design and improve new and existing process flows to meet increased annual demand
- Manage multiple product flows to ensure on-time shipment of products
- Ensure alignment across the organizational on safety and resource requirements for all projects as well as ensuring all changes are fully integrated
- Provide feedback and insight to supervisors and hourly associates on a regular basis to facilitate continuous improvement and employee growth and development
- Understand and adhere to all safety regulations and protocols.
- Work closely with senior leadership team and support functions to improve processes and performance
- Provide Innovative Solutions to facilitate problem solving
The TOOLS you’ll bring with you:
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering; Quality Management; or Production & Operations Management
- 5+ years leading distribution teams
- Must demonstrate exceptional knowledge of distribution principals, WMS, and Automation Systems
- Must demonstrate excellent analytical and logic thinking skills to understand and analyze complex business processes; and demonstrate skills in the understanding of Lean principles such as Value Stream Mapping, Kaizen, Communication Tools, & Problem Solving
- Must have excellent organizational skills and possess knowledge of production systems and techniques
- Must have great verbal, written, and interpersonal communications skills
Working Conditions:
Manufacturing
We provide these great perks and benefits:
- Robust health, dental and vision insurance plans
- Generous 401 (K) savings plan
- Education assistance
- On-site wellness, fitness center, food, and coffee service
- And many more, check out our benefits site HERE .
Milwaukee Tool is an equal opportunity employer.
Job Description:
Sr Distribution Manager
WE CREATE EMPOWERED LEADERS! At Milwaukee Tool we firmly believe that our People and our Culture are the secrets to our success - so we give you unlimited access to everything you need to provide…
Behind our doors you'll be empowered every day to own it, drive it, and do what it takes to support the biggest breakthroughs in the industry. Meanwhile, you'll have the support and resources of the fastest-growing brand in the construction industry to make it happen.
Your Role on Our Team:
The Sr. Distribution Manager is responsible for safety, productivity and quality in a multi-site, high-volume distribution center. Ensures operations meets on-time shipping requirements for a large customer base via truckload, LTL and parcel shipments. Directly responsibility for all facets of the operation on an off-shift including management of multiple first-line supervisors and hundreds of hourly employees.
You’ll be DISRUPTIVE through these duties and responsibilities:
- Embrace, demonstrate, and require Milwaukee Culture to be the most significant driver of daily operations and interactions
- Manage a team of supervisors and managers to support 3 facilities including inbound operations, picking, outbound operations and cycle counting
- Develop and manage continuous improvement and cost savings projects, accountable to coordinate cross-functional resources, as well as monitoring, meeting, and reporting project deliverables
- Prepare reports and statistics of on-time shipments, fill rate, shipment accuracy and safety
- Build the skills of all Functional leaders and associates through hands-on interactions and personal mentoring in lean management tools, cultural change leadership and strategy deployment
- Contribute to the design and improve new and existing process flows to meet increased annual demand
- Manage multiple product flows to ensure on-time shipment of products
- Ensure alignment across the organizational on safety and resource requirements for all projects as well as ensuring all changes are fully integrated
- Provide feedback and insight to supervisors and hourly associates on a regular basis to facilitate continuous improvement and employee growth and development
- Understand and adhere to all safety regulations and protocols.
- Work closely with senior leadership team and support functions to improve processes and performance
- Provide Innovative Solutions to facilitate problem solving
The TOOLS you’ll bring with you:
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering; Quality Management; or Production & Operations Management
- 5+ years leading distribution teams
- Must demonstrate exceptional knowledge of distribution principals, WMS, and Automation Systems
- Must demonstrate excellent analytical and logic thinking skills to understand and analyze complex business processes; and demonstrate skills in the understanding of Lean principles such as Value Stream Mapping, Kaizen, Communication Tools, & Problem Solving
- Must have excellent organizational skills and possess knowledge of production systems and techniques
- Must have great verbal, written, and interpersonal communications skills
Working Conditions:
Manufacturing
We provide these great perks and benefits:
- Robust health, dental and vision insurance plans
- Generous 401 (K) savings plan
- Education assistance
- On-site wellness, fitness center, food, and coffee service
- And many more, check out our benefits site HERE .
Milwaukee Tool is an equal opportunity employer.
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Test Engineering Manager Job Market in Mississippi
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Who's Hiring
- R&P Technologies3
- Milwaukee Tool2
- HII1
- PACCAR1
- Camgian1C
Top Industries Hiring
- Manufacturing3
- Hospitality & Tourism1
- Media & Entertainment1
- Distribution & Wholesale1
- Banking & Financial Services1
What Mississippi Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in test engineering manager jobs across Mississippi.
- Bachelor's degree in electrical, systems, or software engineering or a closely related field
- Five or more years of test engineering experience with at least two years in a supervisory role
- Demonstrated experience with hardware-in-the-loop or systems integration test environments
- Active or clearable Department of Defense security clearance at the Secret level or above
- Proficiency with test management tools such as TestRail, HP ALM, or equivalent platforms
- Familiarity with AS9100, MIL-STD, or DO-178 quality and compliance frameworks
Test Engineering Manager Jobs in Mississippi: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a test engineering manager in Mississippi?
Most test engineering manager roles in Mississippi require a bachelor's degree in electrical, systems, mechanical, or software engineering followed by several years of hands-on test engineering work before moving into management. Mississippi does not require a state-issued license specific to this role, but engineers who also hold a Professional Engineer credential through the Mississippi Board of Licensure for Professional Engineers and Surveyors are competitive for senior positions, particularly with defense contractors and government-adjacent employers.
Which companies hire test engineering managers in Mississippi?
Companies currently hiring test engineering managers in Mississippi include R&P Technologies, Milwaukee Tool, and HII, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. Mississippi's defense and shipbuilding industries sustain the most consistent demand, making contractors with long-term government programs the most reliable sources of openings.
Which Mississippi cities have the most test engineering manager jobs?
Pascagoula, Byhalia, and Flowood account for the largest share of test engineering manager openings in Mississippi. Jackson anchors the central market through state government agencies and technology firms, while the Gulf Coast cities of Biloxi and Gulfport are driven by defense contractors and naval shipbuilding at Ingalls, and northern Mississippi cities benefit from proximity to the broader Huntsville defense ecosystem just across the state line.
Are there remote test engineering manager jobs in Mississippi?
Yes, but they're rare. Test engineering management often involves overseeing physical test equipment, lab environments, and on-site teams, which limits full remote availability. About 0% of test engineering manager openings tied to Mississippi are remote or hybrid as of July 2026, reflecting the hands-on nature of most roles. The portions most likely to allow remote work are program planning, metrics reporting, and cross-functional coordination responsibilities rather than lab-floor oversight.
How can I get hired as a test engineering manager in Mississippi with little or no experience?
The most realistic path is to enter as a test engineer or quality assurance engineer at a Mississippi defense contractor or manufacturer and build toward a lead or supervisory role over time. Employers such as Ingalls Shipbuilding and Northrop Grumman Mississippi operations regularly hire early-career engineers into structured rotational or associate programs. Moving laterally from a software QA analyst or systems integration engineer role is a common transition. Earning a Certified Software Quality Engineer credential or pursuing a Professional Engineer license through the Mississippi Board of Licensure strengthens a promotion case considerably.
Where can I find and apply to test engineering manager jobs in Mississippi?
You can find and apply to test engineering manager jobs in Mississippi on Migrate Mate, which lists current Mississippi openings updated regularly. Search the listings to identify roles that match your experience level, preferred location, and industry focus, then apply directly to the ones that fit.
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