Validation Manager - Contract

Autonomous Solutions, Inc; Mendon (UT); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Autonomous Solutions, Inc. (ASI) is seeking a Validation Manager to lead validation across robotics software products at the Mendon, Utah location.

You will drive testing strategies, ensure regulatory and quality compliance, and guide a team of validation professionals. The role requires a strong background in product validation, software lifecycle understanding, and excellent communication to stakeholders and leadership.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in CS, EE, Robotics, or related field required.
• Master's degree preferred for advanced roles.
• Proven experience in product validation is required.
• Strong understanding of software development lifecycle and validation methodologies.
• Excellent communication and leadership abilities are essential.

Responsibilities

• Validate robotics software products across lifecycle, from planning to deployment.
• Develop and execute validation protocols including functional, performance and reliability testing.
• Ensure compliance with ISO/IEC standards relevant to robotics and software.
• Lead and mentor validation professionals and collaborate with cross-functional teams.
• Identify opportunities to improve validation processes and tooling.

Skills

Product validation experience

Software development lifecycle

Validation methodologies

Leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Robotics, or related field

Master's degree preferred

Job description

Description

ASI is expanding its teams to support its current ramp-up across development work, customer projects, and product deployments. This is a full-time W-2 contract position. The selected candidate will interview with ASI and work as an integrated member of the ASI team. W-2 employment, payroll, and benefits will be administered through one of ASI's staffing partners.

About the Role

We are seeking a Validation Manager to lead the validation of our cutting-edge robotics software solutions at our Mendon, Utah location. The Validation Manager will ensure that all products, processes, and systems meet regulatory standards and company quality requirements through rigorous testing and validation processes. This role involves managing validation activities across the entire product lifecycle, from planning and execution to reporting and continuous improvement.

Job Duties

Validation Strategy & Execution

• Oversee the design and implementation of validation strategies for new and existing robotics software products.
• Collaborate with software development, engineering, and quality assurance teams to define validation requirements from product inception through deployment.
• Manage risk assessments related to software functionality, ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations.

Testing & Compliance

• Develop and execute validation protocols, including functional, performance, and reliability testing.
• Ensure compliance with relevant industry regulations and standards (e.g., ISO, IEC) for robotics and software development.
• Maintain detailed validation documentation, including test plans, protocols, reports, and regulatory compliance records.

Leadership & Collaboration

• Act as the validation expert in cross-functional teams, guiding product development to meet quality and regulatory requirements.
• Lead and mentor a team of validation professionals, fostering a high-performance culture.
• Communicate validation findings and recommendations to engineering teams and senior leadership.

Process Improvement & Innovation

• Identify opportunities for improving validation methodologies, tools, and automation processes.
• Establish best practices to optimize validation efficiency and effectiveness.
• Ensure continuous improvement of validation processes in alignment with industry advancements.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Robotics, or a related field; Master's degree preferred.
• Proven experience in product validation, preferably within robotics or software industries.
• Strong understanding of software development lifecycle and validation methodologies.
• Experience with regulatory compliance in software or robotics (e.g., ISO, IEC standards) is a plus.
• Leadership experience with the ability to manage and motivate a team of validation professionals.
• Exceptional problem-solving skills and a detail-oriented mindset.
• Excellent communication skills to articulate complex technical information to diverse stakeholders.

EEO Statement

At Autonomous Solutions, Inc. (ASI), we are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace where all employees and applicants have equal opportunities. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other legally protected characteristic. ASI complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws regarding non-discrimination in employment and is dedicated to providing reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities throughout the hiring process.