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The Systems Verification, Validation & Testing (V,V,&T) Department on the Boston Dynamics Atlas product program seeks an experienced Manager of Test Programs to help verify and validate the most capable humanoid robot system in the world. We are seeking a hands-on Manager of Test Programs to be part of our future, as we continue to lead the world in robotic innovation. This Manager will be working side-by-side with our systems test engineers to test, validate, and qualify both hardware and firmware.
Job Responsibility:
Recruit, coach, lead, & develop a high-performing team of test engineers and technicians
Develop Design Verification Plans for hardware and firmware through coordination with cross disciplinary engineering teams
Perform data analysis, root cause issues, and suggest design improvements
Lead the execution of Design Verification Testing, reliability, and compliance testing to the highest standards of critical robot systems and sub-systems, ensuring robust performance
Lead the creation of a world class reporting system ensuring clear, accurate, and timely communication of test status and results to all stakeholders
Be a vocal proponent for quality, both internally and as a representative of our company
Drive system integration and test activities by contributing to test execution, debugging, and devising innovative solutions to complex challenges
Support travel to off-site facilities (expected <10%)
Requirements:
At least five years of experience in test engineering, with at least two years in people management
Resource planning, credibly advocating needs to leadership, and executing according to plan
Hands-on experience testing with and debugging electro-mechanical products and test setups
Familiarity with different forms of test including HALT, HASS, HIL, EVT, DVT
Experience with DFMEA and risk management
Experience with lab equipment including multimeters, oscilloscopes, power supplies, programmable loads, thermal chambers, and dynamometers
Experience with compliance testing including conducted/radiated emissions and safety
Experience with Python, and command-line operations in a UNIX-like OS
Be able to multitask, and change priorities quickly as needed
Exceptional interpersonal skills, conflict management, and communication skills, especially with test results and data
Project Management tools, such as SmartSheets and Jira
Nice to have:
Familiarity with motor drives or actuator technologies
Familiarity with position encoder and force sensor technology
Familiarity testing high-speed interfaces
Experience with functional safety
Experience working with robots and/or robotic systems
Experience with Jira, JAMA, and Testrails
Experience with technical writing, presentation, and design reviews
Data analysis & visualization
Failure Analysis
What we offer:
medical, dental vision, 401(k), paid time off and a annual bonus structure