Technical Manager

Quest Global•Sunnyvale, CA

4d•$100,000 - $160,000•Onsite

About The Position

Quest Global delivers world-class end-to-end engineering solutions by leveraging our deep industry knowledge and digital expertise. By bringing together technologies and industries, alongside the contributions of diverse individuals and their areas of expertise, we are able to solve problems better, faster. This multi-dimensional approach enables us to solve the most critical and large-scale challenges across the aerospace & defense, automotive, energy, hi-tech, healthcare, medical devices, rail and semiconductor industries. We are looking for humble geniuses, who believe that engineering has the potential to make the impossible possible; innovators, who are not only inspired by technology and innovation, but also perpetually driven to design, develop, and test as a trusted partner for Fortune 500 customers. As a team of remarkably diverse engineers, we recognize that what we are really engineering is a brighter future for us all. If you want to contribute to meaningful work and be part of an organization that truly believes when you win, we all win, and when you fail, we all learn, then we’re eager to hear from you. The achievers and courageous challenge-crushers we seek, have the following characteristics and skills:

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Materials Science and Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related technical field.
5+ years of experience in materials engineering, system integration, hardware validation, materials qualification, failure analysis, or product validation for hardware systems, or technical program management.
Proven track record of managing complex hardware validation programs from concept to launch.
Strong technical understanding of hardware systems, materials & mechanical engineering, validation methodologies, and test automation.
Excellent organizational, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
Experience working with cross-functional teams in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

Define validation milestones, deliverables, material qualification and timelines for each product development phase (EVT, DVT, PVT, MP).
Develop detailed validation schedules and resource plans.
Develop detailed material evaluation plans, characterization schedules, and resource plans for testing, analysis, qualification, and long-term reliability assessment.
Coordinate with XFN partners (engineering, QA, manufacturing, etc.) to define fixture scope, technical requirements, acceptance criteria, integration dependencies, and readiness plans.
Oversee day to day execution of fixture build, installation, integration, qualification, and validation activities to support material and mechanical testing, test readiness.
Lead material selection and qualification for metals, polymers, adhesives, coatings, composites, and other hardware materials based on mechanical, thermal, chemical, electrical, reliability, and manufacturability requirements.
Ensure test plans, procedures, and test cases are in place and reviewed.
Track progress against validation schedules and escalate blockers.
Drive triage and resolution of validation issues and defects.
Coordinate with XFN teams to ensure timely root cause analysis and corrective actions.
Maintain clear documentation of issues, status, and resolutions.
Identify, track, and communicate risks related to validation and product readiness.
Develop and execute mitigation plans for critical risks.
Provide regular status updates to leadership and stakeholders.
Summarize validation results, material test data, open issues, and risk status in clear, actionable reports.
Analyze validation workflows and identify opportunities for efficiency and quality improvements. Review supplier material specifications, certificates, and process changes, and define material acceptance criteria, control plans, and technical recommendations
Review supplier material specifications, certificates, and process changes, and define material acceptance criteria, control plans, and technical recommendations
Own end to end project execution for validation fixtures, including schedule, timeline, procurement coordination, supplier deliverables, staffing dependencies, and readiness tracking across design, build, delivery, integration, and deployment
Build and maintain strong relationships with XFN partners (hardware, software, manufacturing, quality, etc.).
Drive alignment on validation strategy, requirements, and success criteria across teams.
Contribute to long-term validation strategy and roadmap for future products.
Anticipate future validation needs based on technology trends and product evolution.
Ensure thorough documentation of validation processes, lessons learned, and technical findings.
Foster a culture of knowledge sharing and continuous learning within the validation and XFN teams.
Mentor and develop junior engineers and program managers.
Help build a high-performing validation team through hiring, training, and coaching.