R&D Manager System Test

DescriptionAre you interested in saving lives?Continental Automotive is one of the largest automotive manufacturers in the world and a leader in innovation.Through our pioneering technologies and services, we're changing the future of mobility to make it more safe, smart, and sustainable.Part of Continental, the segment Passive Safety and Sensorics (PSS) is dedicated to save lives as leader supplier of innovative safety systems and we are seeking a highly self-motivated and detail-orientedThe PSS OSS Sys Test Eng Manager.Defines and releases the system test NA strategy, ensuring efficient use and assignment of test equipment and test devices (Vehicle, HIL, Bench)Lead a regional team responsible for:Review of system requirements for testabilityEnsures proper test case definition and linking to known technical requirements.Defines and ensures execution of system and function validation tests including the end user view (vehicle owner).Plans and procures test vehicles according to project plan.Ensures on time vehicle setup, test track rental and test / data collection execution from early development until final validation.Overall owner of test campaigns.Actively manages and optimizes the use of test and validation resources in the project (HC, equipment, material).Tracking of test activities, reporting of test status in System Test Report, incl.MLC release recommendation.Develops team competencies and responsibilitiesBelongs to the WW Test communityCustomer contact in case of escalationAdditional Responsibilities:Agreement of necessary milestones and deliveries within the project team towards other stakeholders and the customerDeEscalation of conflicts within the project team aiming for high efficiency and cooperationEscalation of factbased situations towards project management and superior**Qualifications**:Bachelors Degree in related Engineering field: Electronics, Electrical, Mechatronics, Computer Science.7+ years on Automotive R&D Experience.Demonstrated experience system test levelDemonstrated experience in requirements analysis/managementFamiliar with Driver Assistance Systems functions and sensors or relevant similar systems.Demonstrated experience on PM methodology, Time management, Change Management and Product Life Cycle.+3 years experience leading peopleDemonstrated experience developing teams.Fluent English.Effective communication with different seniority and management levelsGood logical problem solver; good attention to detail.Must be willing to travel for training and customer meetings (internationally and/or domestically 10%).Able to effectively prioritize to meet project timing (time management skills)Proficient with Requirements Management tools such as DOORS.Experience with software lifecycle management tools such as PTS/MKS/IMS Integrity.IATF***** and/or Automotive SPICE.Continental develops pioneering technologies and services for sustainable and connected mobility of people and their goods.Founded in ****, the technology company offers safe, efficient, intelligent and affordable solutions for vehicles, machines, traffic and transportation.In ****, Continental generated sales of €37.7 billion and currently employs more than 192,000 people in 58 countries and markets.On October 8, ****, the company celebrated its 150th anniversary.The Autonomous Mobility and Safety business area develops, produces and integrates active and passive safety technologies and controls vehicle dynamics.The product portfolio ranges from electronic and hydraulic brake and chassis control systems to sensors, advanced driver assistance systems, airbag electronics and sensors, electronic air suspension systems and cleaning systems for windscreens and headlights.Autonomous Mobility and Safety has a high level of systems expertise in the interconnectivity of individual components.As a result, products and system functions are created along the "SensePlanAct" chain of effects.These make driving safer and easier and pave the way for autonomous mobility.