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Sr Manager, Manufacturing Test Engineering

Agility Robotics· Operations
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Salem, OR$162k - $210kfull-timePosted 1mo ago

About the role

Lead the development, deployment, and continuous improvement of world-class PCBAs test systems; build and manage a multidisciplinary test engineering team; define the overall test strategy and ensure quality and testability of electronic components across the product lifecycle.

Responsibilities

  • Build, lead, and mentor a high-performing Manufacturing Test Engineering team focused on sub-system test strategies for electronics and controls.
  • Define and drive a global PCBA test strategy across manufacturing operations, aligning with quality, scalability, and throughput goals.
  • Establish and oversee lifecycle management programs for all manufacturing test assets, including standardized documentation and handover protocols.
  • Champion test data infrastructure and analytics, implementing real-time dashboards for rapid root cause analysis and predictive failure monitoring.
  • Manage the fixture lifecycle (vendor selection, calibration, spare-parts strategy) to minimize line-down risk.
  • Validate new fixtures using Gauge R&R before production release.
  • Oversee deployment of test systems and documentation packages to internal and supplier sites.
  • Analyze test yields and failure data to drive continuous improvements in test reliability.
  • Mentor engineers in best practices for electronic test hardware design and troubleshooting.
  • Foster a culture of innovation and ownership within the test engineering team.
  • Align test strategy with broader company roadmaps and operational goals.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related technical field.
  • 10+ years of experience in manufacturing test engineering for electro-mechanical or embedded systems, with 3+ years in a leadership or management role.
  • Proven experience building and scaling test teams and infrastructure in a high-growth environment.
  • Ownership of end-to-end manufacturing test systems from requirements through deployment and sustaining support.
  • Expertise in developing mixed-signal (analog + digital) bed-of-nails (ICT) and functional test (FCT) hardware, including custom PCB design for test interfaces.
  • Strong proficiency in test software development (e.g., Python, LabVIEW) and integrating test instruments (oscilloscopes, DMMs, power supplies).
  • Experience leading electrical and mechanical integration of fixtures, including pogo-pin selection, strain relief, and thermal management for high-power boards.
  • Experience with DFT tools and standards to maximize test accessibility.
  • Familiarity with I2C, SPI, UART, CAN, EtherCAT.
  • Experience with MES integration, quality systems, and test data pipelines in production environments.
  • Ability to drive cross-functional alignment and lead complex initiatives.
  • Excellent organizational, communication, and leadership skills.
  • Familiarity with ATE platforms (e.g., NI/TestStand).
  • Experience using risk-based methodologies (e.g., FMEA) to define test strategy and coverage.
  • Experience in cable harness and interconnect validation including crimp verification, pull testing, and electrical continuity/leakage.

Skills

Required:Leadership and people managementPCB test strategyFixture lifecycle managementGauge R&R validationTest data analyticsTest software developmentDFT/DFMElectrical/mechanical fixture integrationTest and MES integrationCommunication protocolsRisk-based methodologiesCable harness validation

Benefits

  • 401(k) Plan with 6% company match
  • Company stock options
  • 100% company-paid medical, dental, vision, and short/long-term disability insurance
  • Benefits start on first day of employment
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Flexible, unlimited PTO for exempt employees; 12 company holidays including winter shutdown; 10 vacation days plus sick leave for non-exempt
  • Catered lunches four times a week; healthy snacks and refreshments at Salem and Pittsburgh locations
  • Generous paid parental leave programs
  • Supportive work environment with flexible work arrangements
  • Professional development and tuition reimbursement
  • Relocation assistance for eligible roles
  • Annual discretionary bonus eligibility
  • On-site perks and a culture of growth
Last updated Aug 27, 2026. Interested? Apply on the company site.

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