For our client, one of Europe's fastest growing high-tech manufacturing groups active in vision, research, defense & security, we are looking for a Manager Product Delivery (Validation & Test Automation)
Reporting to: VP of R&D
Ensure that new sensor and camera based products are fully tested, validated, and ready for successful transfer from R&D into production.
This role sits at the critical interface between development and manufacturing and takes ownership for product readiness from a validation and testing perspective.
Lead and develop the Product Delivery Group, consisting of Test & Measurement and Transfer to Production teams across multiple sites
Own the validation and test strategy for new hardware products, including definition of test concepts, methodologies, and acceptance criteria
Act as the key interface between R&D and production for product release readiness
Ensure completeness and quality of validation plans, test coverage, and qualification results
Ensure that new products are properly tested, qualified, and ready for transfer into manufacturing
Contribute hands-on when needed, especially in defining test approaches and solving complex validation challenges
Master’s degree or equivalent in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Physics, Systems Engineering, or a related technical field.
10 years of relevant experience in hardware product validation, test engineering, industrialization, or transfer to production
Proven hands on experience in product validation, test development and qualification (not only coordination)
Experience defining and implementing test strategies and test automation (e.g. scripting, automated test setups, measurement systems)
Very good English skills
Strong attention to detail and quality mindset, with the confidence to uphold release standards
Work on cutting-edge infrared imaging and sensor technology used in defense, aerospace, industrial, and advanced scientific applications
High-impact leadership role at the interface of R&D and manufacturing
Ownership of validation, test automation, and product readiness strategies
Leadership responsibility for an international, multi-site engineering team
Long-term career development within a stable and innovative technology organization