Validation Program Manager

Lucid Motors • Southfield, MI

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About The Position

Lucid’s mission is to inspire the adoption of sustainable energy by creating the most captivating luxury electric vehicles, centered around the human experience. We constantly seek talented, motivated individuals possessing a proven track record of excellence to join our team. Become part of a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to transform the automotive and mobility industry. We're seeking an experienced Technical Program Manager to lead our global validation activities. This role requires expertise in managing validation processes from planning to execution and closure. The ideal candidate is a proactive problem-solver with a passion for excellence in a fast-paced environment.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in test management of complex systems
• Strong knowledge of product development, software, and test methodologies
• Proven leadership in global, cross-functional project coordination
• Proficiency with testing tools and defect management systems
• Excellent analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills

Nice To Haves

• Experience with automotive industry standards (ASPICE, ISO 26262, FMVSS)
• Automotive testing background
• Project management or test management certifications (PMP, ISTQB)
• Track record of driving organizational change

Responsibilities

• Align feature validation plans with vehicle program and software release schedules
• Provide regular status updates and manage risks effectively
• Coordinate with upstream and downstream teams to ensure smooth validation processes
• Prioritize and drive resolution of critical validation issues
• Manage validation resources and assets across teams
• Oversee in-country validation for export markets
• Optimize validation strategies, identifying areas for improvement
• Collaborate with quality and process engineering teams to define test standards and metrics

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance
• Vacation
• 401k
• Equity program
• Discretionary annual incentive program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees