Validation Manager Project Based

This is a project-based employee role supporting the initial development phase of our autonomous vehicle platforms. Development phases of this nature typically span up to project completion (typically 2-4 years) though scope and duration are driven by business needs.

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

• Bachelors degree in Computer Science Electrical Engineering Robotics or a related field; Masters 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.

Benefits

ASI offers a rich benefit package including:

• 401k with employer match
• Generous HSA contribution
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan
• PTO Paid Holidays and Flextime
• Paying 90% of employees medical plan

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.

Required Experience:

Manager