Hardware Technical Program Manager

OSI Engineering; Cupertino (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Job summary

OSI Engineering is seeking a hands-on Test Readiness Engineer to lead NPI testing and ensure smooth transitions from SMT to final assembly. You will drive dry runs, troubleshoot issues, and partner with engineering and manufacturing to meet project milestones.

The ideal candidate will have 2+ years of experience in PCB/embedded systems, familiarity with Six Sigma methods, and strong scripting in Python or C for test automation.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of professional experience with a relevant engineering degree.
• Familiarity with test validation and statistical methods (Six Sigma / Gage R&R).
• Programming or scripting for test automation (Python or C).
• Experience with PCB or embedded systems hardware.

Responsibilities

• Oversee test readiness activities across SMT to final assembly in NPI development.
• Plan and execute dry runs to ensure test readiness for NPI builds.
• Identify and resolve test-related issues to minimize disruption and meet timelines.
• Create strategic plans to address problems with timely solutions.
• Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, and cross-functional teams for alignment.
• Track and report test progress, readiness, and outcomes throughout the project.
• Refine test processes to improve quality, efficiency, and product maturity.
• Ensure product test quality standards and manufacturing criteria are met.

Skills

Test readiness

NPI testing leadership

Python/C

Six Sigma / Gage R&R

PCB/embedded systems

Communication & leadership

macOS/iOS

Education

BS/MS in Electrical/Computer/Systems Eng or Physics

Tools

Raspberry Pi

FPGA

Microcontrollers

I2C/SPI/UART

Job description

Responsibilities

• Oversee the preparation and execution of test readiness activities, including managing the transition from Surface-Mount Technology (SMT) to final assembly across all phases of product New Product Introduction (NPI) development
• Plan, execute, and complete dry runs to ensure manufacturing test readiness for NPI builds, identifying potential issues before full production
• Quickly identify, troubleshoot, and resolve any test-related issues that arise during the build process, ensuring minimal disruption and maintaining timelines
• Create and implement strategic plans for addressing problems, ensuring timely and effective solutions
• Work closely with engineering, manufacturing, and other cross-functional teams to ensure seamless communication and alignment on project goals and deliverables
• Regularly track and report on the status of test progress, readiness, and outcomes, ensuring transparency and accountability throughout the project lifecycle
• Continuously refine and improve test processes and methodologies to enhance quality, efficiency, and product maturity, ensuring compliance with industry standards and best practices
• Ensure product test quality standard and manufacturing criteria are met

Minimum Qualifications

• 2+ years of professional experience with a BS or MS in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Systems Engineering, Physics, or a closely related field
• Hands on experience from academic projects, internships, or early industry work with PCB or embedded systems such as Raspberry Pi, microcontrollers, or FPGAs
• NPI familiarity or clear readiness to lead NPI testing
• Familiarity with test validation and statistical methods (Six Sigma concepts and Gage R&R) to assess test robustness
• Programming or scripting experience for test automation or data analysis, Python or C preferred with ability to parse and summarize test logs
• Strategic testing mindset with strong failure analysis and troubleshooting skills
• Excellent communication, organizational, presentation and leadership skills with the ability to articulate complex issues clearly
• Strong system and hardware fundamentals (Circuits, power electronics)
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to lead & thrive in a fast-paced environment
• Experience with failure analysis and troubleshooting
• Self-motivated and proactive with strong critical thinking
• Proficient in macOS and iOS

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience or interest in consumer electronics and accessory specific test concerns
• Exposure to cross functional team collaboration and work with international OEM partners
• Familiarity with hardware communication protocols such as I2C, SPI, UART
• Familiarity with manufacturing test methodologies, including hardware and software test validation
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
• Program management exposure is a plus
• Exposure to one or more of the following: Acoustics, Display, Touch, Imaging Sensors, Motion Sensors, PCBA, Power, or Battery
• Experience with embedded system integration and development

Type

Full Time

Pate Rate Range

$80/hr-$105/hr (DOE)

*Relocation assistance can be offered based on individual needs and circumstances*