Manager, Test Engineering

Digital-Dynamics; Scotts Valley (CA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Digital-Dynamics is seeking an experienced Manager of Test Engineering to lead a multidisciplinary team responsible for developing and improving manufacturing test solutions for complex electronic and electromechanical products. You will drive test strategy, support new product launches, and ensure successful execution of critical manufacturing and product development initiatives.

The role manages Software and Electrical Test Engineering resources across NPI through volume manufacturing,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Electronics Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
• 10+ years of experience in test engineering, manufacturing engineering, electrical engineering, software engineering, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience leading or managing engineering teams.
• Strong hands-on experience with PCBA and system-level testing and troubleshooting.
• Experience developing and supporting manufacturing test solutions and automated test systems.
• Experience with test automation tools and programming languages such as Python, LabVIEW, C/C++, or similar.
• Experience supporting NPI and transitioning products from development into production.
• Strong program and project management skills with the ability to lead complex cross-functional initiatives.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and leadership skills.
• Preferred Qualifications include experience in semiconductor, capital equipment, medical device, aerospace, or high-volume electronics manufacturing environments.
• Knowledge of Design for Testability (DFT), Design for Manufacturing (DFM), and manufacturing validation processes.
• Experience with MES, test analytics, and factory automation systems.
• Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, PMP, or similar certifications.
• Master’s degree in Engineering, Engineering Management, or a related technical discipline.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and manage Software and Electrical Test Engineering team members, including hiring, performance management, and career development.
• Establish team priorities, goals, and resource plans to support business objectives.
• Develop and execute test strategies for PCBAs, electronic assemblies, and system-level products.
• Oversee the design, implementation, and maintenance of test hardware, software, fixtures, and automated test systems.
• Lead troubleshooting and root cause analysis for complex product and test failures.
• Support NPI activities and the transition of new products into manufacturing.
• Partner with Engineering to improve DFT, test coverage, and product reliability.
• Manage cross-functional programs, including schedules, risks, resources, and deliverables.
• Analyze test data, yields, and failure trends to drive continuous improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate with Manufacturing, Quality, suppliers, and contract manufacturers to resolve technical and production issues.
• Establish and maintain test engineering processes, standards, and best practices.

Skills

Test engineering

People leadership

Program management

Test strategy

PCBA testing

System-level testing

Test automation

Python

LabVIEW

C/C++

NPI support

DFT

Cross-functional leadership

Root cause analysis

Communication

Quality

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical/Computer/Software/Electronics Engineering

Master’s degree in Engineering/Engineering Management

Tools

LabVIEW

Python

C/C++

Test automation tools

MES

Job description

Position OverviewWe are seeking an experienced Manager, Test Engineering to lead a multidisciplinary team responsible for developing, implementing, and improving manufacturing test solutions for complex electronic and electromechanical products. This role manages Software and Electrical Test Engineering resources supporting PCBA and system-level testing from New Product Introduction (NPI) through volume manufacturing.The ideal candidate combines strong technical expertise in test engineering with proven people leadership and program management skills. This individual will drive test strategy, support new product launches, develop engineering talent, and ensure successful execution of critical manufacturing and product development initiatives.Key ResponsibilitiesLead, mentor, and manage Software and Electrical Test Engineering team members, including hiring, performance management, and career developmentEstablish team priorities, goals, and resource plans to support business objectivesDevelop and execute test strategies for PCBAs, electronic assemblies, and system-level productsOversee the design, implementation, and maintenance of test hardware, software, fixtures, and automated test systemsLead troubleshooting and root cause analysis for complex product and test failuresSupport NPI activities and the transition of new products into manufacturingPartner with Engineering to improve Design for Testability (DFT), test coverage, and product reliabilityManage cross-functional programs, including schedules, risks, resources, and deliverablesAnalyze test data, yields, and failure trends to drive continuous improvement initiativesCollaborate with Manufacturing, Quality, suppliers, and contract manufacturers to resolve technical and production issuesEstablish and maintain test engineering processes, standards, and best practicesRequired QualificationsBachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Electronics Engineering, or a related technical discipline10+ years of experience in test engineering, manufacturing engineering, electrical engineering, software engineering, or a related field5+ years of experience leading or managing engineering teamsExperience managing multidisciplinary teams, including Software and Electrical Engineering resourcesStrong hands-on experience with PCBA and system-level testing and troubleshootingExperience developing and supporting manufacturing test solutions and automated test systemsExperience with test automation tools and programming languages such as Python, LabVIEW, C/C++, or similarExperience supporting NPI and transitioning products from development into productionStrong program and project management skills with the ability to lead complex cross-functional initiativesExcellent communication, problem-solving, and leadership skillsPreferred QualificationsExperience in semiconductor, capital equipment, medical device, aerospace, or high-volume electronics manufacturing environmentsExperience working with contract manufacturers and global operationsKnowledge of Design for Testability (DFT), Design for Manufacturing (DFM), and manufacturing validation processesExperience with MES, test analytics, and factory automation systemsLean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, PMP, or similar certificationsMaster’s degree in Engineering, Engineering Management, or a related technical discipline