Test Engineering Manager

Unigen; Newark (CA); On-site; USD 130,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Unigen is seeking an experienced Test Engineering Manager to lead the Test Engineering team in Newark, CA. You will oversee PCBA test strategy, including Functional Test, ICT, and Flying Probe testing, ensuring robust coverage and manufacturing readiness.

You will drive test program development, fixture design, validation, and process improvements while collaborating with NPI, Manufacturing, Quality, and Design teams to deliver high-quality electronics products.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Electronics or Computer Engineering or a related technical field.
• 8+ years in test engineering, preferably in EMS/PCBA/electronics manufacturing.
• 3+ years leading engineering teams.
• Strong expertise in PCBA Functional Testing, ICT and Flying Probe Testing.
• Experience with test program development, fixtures, validation, and implementation.
• Ability to lead technical projects and drive improvement.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of Test Engineers, set priorities, timelines and performance expectations.
• Oversee development, validation and maintenance of PCBA testing solutions (Functional Test, ICT, Flying Probe).
• Drive test program design, fixtures, procedures and methodologies.
• Support NPI and production ramp‑ups with robust test requirements.
• Pursue continuous improvement for yield, test coverage, cycle times and false failures.

Skills

Test engineering leadership

PCBA testing

Functional testing

ICT testing

Flying probe testing

Root-cause analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Electronics or Computer Engineering

Tools

PCB test fixtures

ICT equipment

Flying Probe systems

Job description

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Full-Time Management Newark, CA, US

Salary Range: $130,000.00 To $150,000.00 Annually

Test Engineering Manager
Department: Manufacturing Test Engineering (MTE)
Location: Newark, CA

Position Summary

Unigen is seeking an experienced Test Engineering Manager to lead its Test Engineering team in an electronics manufacturing environment. This role will oversee the development, implementation, and optimization of Printed Circuit Board Assembly (PCBA) test processes, with a focus on Functional Testing, In-Circuit Testing (ICT), and Flying Probe Testing.

The Test Engineering Manager will provide technical leadership, manage engineering resources, establish test strategies, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure robust test coverage, manufacturing readiness, and consistent product quality. The ideal candidate brings strong expertise in PCBA testing, proven engineering team management experience, and a track record of improving test efficiency and manufacturing yields.

Key Responsibilities

1. Test Engineering Leadership

Lead, mentor, and develop a team of Test Engineers, establishing technical priorities, project timelines, and performance expectations.

Define test engineering strategies, standards, and best practices across manufacturing programs.

Manage engineering resources and project deliverables to support production requirements and customer commitments.

2. PCBA Test Strategy and Development

Oversee the development, implementation, validation, and maintenance of PCBA testing solutions, including Functional Test, ICT, and Flying Probe Test.

Guide the development and optimization of test programs, test fixtures, test procedures, and test methodologies.

Ensure test solutions provide adequate coverage of product requirements and manufacturing quality expectations.

Evaluate test equipment, platforms, and technologies to improve test capability and production performance.

3. New Product Introduction (NPI) and Production Support

Partner with NPI, Manufacturing Engineering, Quality, Design Engineering, and Program Management to establish test requirements and ensure production readiness.

Oversee test strategy development during new product introduction, engineering builds, and production ramp-up.

Lead engineering-level troubleshooting of complex test failures, yield issues, and recurring manufacturing defects.

Drive root-cause analysis and corrective actions to improve test reliability and manufacturing performance.

4. Continuous Improvement and Quality

Drive improvements in first-pass yield, test coverage, test cycle time, false failure rates, and retest rates.

Analyze test data and manufacturing trends to identify opportunities for process improvement.

Ensure test processes align with customer specifications, quality requirements, and applicable industry standards.

Standardize test engineering documentation, validation procedures, and troubleshooting practices.

5. Cross-Functional and Customer Collaboration

Collaborate with internal stakeholders and customers to resolve technical issues and align test requirements with product specifications.

Coordinate test engineering priorities with production schedules, NPI milestones, and customer deliverables.

Communicate technical risks, project progress, and improvement initiatives to management and relevant stakeholders.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related technical field.

8+ years of experience in test engineering, preferably within an EMS, PCBA, or electronics manufacturing environment.

3+ years of experience leading or managing engineering teams.

Strong expertise in PCBA Functional Testing, In-Circuit Testing (ICT), and Flying Probe Testing.

Demonstrated experience overseeing test program development, test fixture design, test validation, and test process implementation.

Strong understanding of electronic circuits, PCBA design, component-level troubleshooting, and manufacturing test methodologies.

Experience supporting NPI, production ramp-up, yield improvement, and high-volume manufacturing.

Proven ability to lead technical projects, develop engineering talent, and manage competing priorities.

Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills.