Embedded Software Quality Manager

Software Quality Manager

Date: Jun 30, 2026

Location: Lewisville, TX, US, 75067 Denton, TX, US, 76207-2198

Company: PACCAR

Requisition Summary The Software Quality Engineer is responsible for the application of the PACCAR Software Quality Assurance Process across suppliers that deliver embedded software. Roles include participation in supplier selection, conducting assessments, monitoring supplier life cycle metrics, and approving PPAP submissions for product launch. Additional duties include supporting Engineering activities, participating in root cause analyses of supplier defects, and application of ASPICE capability improvement methodologies to supplier processes.

Company Information PACCAR is a Fortune 500 company established in 1905. PACCAR Inc is recognized as a global leader in the commercial vehicle, financial, and customer service fields with internationally recognized brands such as Kenworth, Peterbilt, and DAF trucks. PACCAR is a global technology leader in the design, manufacture and customer support of premium light-, medium- and heavy-duty trucks under the Kenworth, Peterbilt and DAF nameplates and also provides customized financial services, information technology and truck parts related to its principal business. Whether you want to design the transportation technology of tomorrow, support the staff functions of a dynamic, international leader, or build our excellent products and services, you can develop the career you desire with PACCAR. Get started!

Division Information PACCAR Quality is located in Bellevue Washington with staff distributed across all PACCAR divisions supporting supplier activities, new product launches, and engineering.

Job Functions / Responsibilities Collaborate with engineering and suppliers to meet PACCAR Software Quality Assurance Requirements Participate in Supplier Readiness Reviews to select new software suppliers Consult with Engineering and validation organizations in requirements management and test Participate in design reviews and product readiness reviews Monitor supplier activities and escalate when risk factors to quality are detected Assess suppliers using ASPICE improvement and capability process Evaluate and approve supplier submissions for PPAP and approve software products for launch Participate in continued improvement of the PACCAR Software Quality Assurance Process Collaborate with international divisions in the standardization of software quality globally Lead supplier activities in Advanced Quality Planning for embedded software Support production with root cause analysis and problem solving for software related issues Up to 25% travel.

Education BS Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field. Masters degree in business or science preferred

Required Qualifications Minimum seven years experience in embedded systems development or related field Minimum three years experience in a product or process quality role Strong knowledge of software and electronic development processes Background in AGILE software development methodology Experience with V-Model and Product Life Cycle (PLC) principles Strong communications and negotiation skills Ability to operate independently and make decisions in situations of ambiguity Ability to summarize technical issues and communicate effectively Experience with Industry tools such as; Matlab/Simulink, dSpace AutomationDesk, ControlDesk, HPQC, DOORS, PTC Integrity, test and verification tracking tools, requirements management tools

Preferred Qualifications Familiarity with automotive communications networks Six Sigma Black or Green belt certification preferred Experience with Advance Product Quality Planning (APQP) Background in an Automotive environment Professional certification from ASQ in CSQE ASPICE certified Provisional or Competent Assessor Experience in a manufacturing environment Direct experience managing supplier activities

Additional Benefits: PACCAR offers comprehensive benefits from time of hire through retirement for vested employees and their families. As a U.S. Salaried PACCAR employee, you have a full range of benefit options including: Medical, Dental and Vision plan options Flexible spending accounts and health savings account 401(k) with dollar-for-dollar company match up to 5% Fully funded pension plan that provides monthly benefits after retirement 12 paid holidays, sick and vacation time Tuition reimbursement program Paid short - and long - term disability program Life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance EAP services including wellness plans, estate planning, financial counseling and more