Test Engineering Manager (Contract Manufacturing)

Test Engineering Manager (Contract Manufacturing)

San Francisco, CA

Base pay range : $165,000.00 / yr – $175,000.00 / yr

Job type : Full‑time

Direct Hire – 100% On‑site

Contract Manufacturing and Expert Level Python Automation are required; Management experience is preferred.

Company : Red Oak Technologies is partnering with a leader in LiDAR sensor technology to identify a highly skilled Manufacturing Test Engineering Manager.

Position Overview

The Manufacturing Test Engineering Manager will be a hands‑on technical leader responsible for developing and maintaining production test software for high‑volume LiDAR sensor manufacturing. The ideal candidate will have strong Python development skills, proven experience in test engineering for electro‑mechanical assemblies, and the ability to mentor and guide a team while contributing individually on a daily basis.

The role requires close collaboration with cross‑functional teams to improve test coverage, reduce test time, and ensure production readiness as new products move from development into manufacturing.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and improve production test software using Python for LiDAR sensor and sub‑assembly manufacturing.
• Serve as a working manager, providing technical leadership while contributing hands‑on daily.
• Mentor and train Test Engineers on both technical and soft skills.
• Establish team priorities, KPIs, and work goals aligned with product development schedules and company objectives.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams on software development, verification, and validation for new product introductions.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives, including test time reduction, data quality enhancements, and production process optimization.
• Apply software engineering best practices, including coding standards, code reviews, source control management, CI / CD pipelines, and test automation.
• Communicate project updates, risks, and recommendations to management and stakeholders.
• Ensure timely completion of team deliverables and proactively address constraints or delays.
• Support contract manufacturing facilities with occasional travel (less than 10%).
• Work full‑time onsite in San Francisco, CA.

Qualifications and Skills

Education

Additional Information

Equal Employment Opportunity

We are an equal‑opportunity employer and encourage applicants from all backgrounds and experiences. Please note that the company maintains strict policy regarding theft or robbery offenses.

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