Senior Manager, Manufacturing Product & Test Engineering

Oracle Corp

Austin, TX

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$120,100–$251,600 Per Year
SKILLS
Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D), Analysis Skills, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Automation, Automation Systems, Business Administration, Calibration, Change Control, Cloud Computing, Continuous Improvement, Cost Control, Cross-Functional, Customer Relations, DFT (Design for Test), Data Analysis, Dental Insurance, Electrical Engineering, Embedded Systems, Engineering Change Management, Equipment Validation, Financial Planning, Flexible Spending Accounts, Healthcare, Identify Issues, Leadership, Lean Six Sigma, Legal, Life Insurance, Manufacturing, Manufacturing Bill of Materials (mBOM), Manufacturing Design, Manufacturing Management, Manufacturing Methods, Manufacturing/Production Testing, Mass Production, Mentoring, Occupational Health, Oracle, Organizational Development/Management, Performance Analysis, Performance Metrics, Performance Testing, Problem Solving Skills, Process Improvement, Product Costing, Product Design, Product Development, Product Engineering, Product Lifecycle, Product Lifecycle Management, Product Support, Product Testing, Product/Service Launch, Production Volume, Productivity Management, Project/Program Management, Property Insurance, Purchasing/Procurement, Quality Assurance Methodology, Quality Management, Reliability Engineering, Reliability Testing, Reporting Dashboards, Risk Analysis, Root Cause Analysis, Six Sigma Champion, Software Testing, Stock Purchase Plans, Supply Chain, System Validation, Team Lead/Manager, Test Automation, Test Data, Test Design, Test Equipment, Test Equipment Design, Test Requirements, Test Strategy, Testability, Testing, Validation Testing, Vendor/Supplier Selection, Vision Plan, Willing to Travel
LOCATION
Austin, TX
POSTED
30+ days ago

The Senior Manager of Manufacturing Product & Test Engineering is a leadership role responsible for ensuring that products are designed, validated, and manufactured with robust, scalable, and cost-effective test solutions. This leader will lead product engineering, test engineering, and new product introduction (NPI) through mass production activities within manufacturing, ensuring seamless transition from design to high-volume production. The role partners closely with design, quality, and external partners to deliver high-quality, reliable products while optimizing test coverage, yield, and cost.

Only Oracle brings together the data, infrastructure, applications, and expertise to power everything from industry innovations to life-saving care. And with AI embedded across our products and services, we help customers turn that promise into a better future for all. Discover your potential at a company leading the way in AI and cloud solutions that impact billions of lives.

True innovation starts when everyone is empowered to contribute. That's why we're committed to growing a workforce that promotes opportunities for all with competitive benefits that support our people with flexible medical, life insurance, and retirement options. We also encourage employees to give back to their communities through our volunteer programs.

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Oracle is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability and protected veterans' status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Oracle will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records pursuant to applicable law.

Disclaimer:

Certain U.S. based or U.S. customer or client-facing roles may be required to comply with applicable requirements, such as immunization/occupational health mandates, and/or drug testing requirements.

Range and benefit information provided in this posting are specific to the stated locations only

US: Hiring Range in USD from: $120,100 to $251,600 per annum. May be eligible for bonus, equity, and compensation deferral.

Oracle maintains broad salary ranges for its roles in order to account for variations in knowledge, skills, experience, market conditions and locations, as well as reflect Oracle''s differing products, industries and lines of business.

Candidates are typically placed into the range based on the preceding factors as well as internal peer equity.

Oracle US offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes the following:

  1. Medical, dental, and vision insurance, including expert medical opinion

  2. Short term disability and long term disability

  3. Life insurance and AD&D

  4. Supplemental life insurance (Employee/Spouse/Child)

  5. Health care and dependent care Flexible Spending Accounts

  6. Pre-tax commuter and parking benefits

  7. 401(k) Savings and Investment Plan with company match

  8. Paid time off: Flexible Vacation is provided to all eligible employees assigned to a salaried (non-overtime eligible) position. Accrued Vacation is provided to all other employees eligible for vacation benefits. For employees working at least 35 hours per week, the vacation accrual rate is 13 days annually for the first three years of employment and 18 days annually for subsequent years of employment. Vacation accrual is prorated for employees working between 20 and 34 hours per week. Employees working fewer than 20 hours per week are not eligible for vacation.

  9. 11 paid holidays

  10. Paid sick leave: 72 hours of paid sick leave upon date of hire. Refreshes each calendar year. Unused balance will carry over each year up to a maximum cap of 112 hours.

  11. Paid parental leave

  12. Adoption assistance

  13. Employee Stock Purchase Plan

  14. Financial planning and group legal

  15. Voluntary benefits including auto, homeowner and pet insurance

The role will generally accept applications for at least three calendar days from the posting date or as long as the job remains posted.

Career Level - M3

Key Responsibilities

  • Strategic Leadership & Execution

  • Lead NPI readiness and manufacturing ramp strategies to ensure successful product launches.

  • Product Engineering

  • Oversee product engineering activities supporting manufacturing, including BOM management, configuration control, and engineering change implementation (ECO/ECN).

  • Ensure design for manufacturability (DFM), design for testability (DFT), and design for reliability (DFR) principles are embedded in product development.

  • Drive root cause analysis and resolution of product-related issues in production and the field.

  • Test Engineering & Validation

  • Lead the development and deployment of manufacturing test strategies, including functional, parametric, environmental, and reliability testing.

  • Optimize test coverage, cycle time, and cost while maintaining product quality and compliance.

  • Oversee test equipment design, validation, calibration, and lifecycle management.

  • Implement advanced test technologies, automation, and data analytics to improve efficiency and insight.

  • New Product Introduction (NPI)

  • Partner with design to ensure smooth product transfers from development to manufacturing.

  • Establish robust validation processes and pilot builds.

  • Drive readiness reviews, risk assessments, and launch performance tracking.

  • Operational Excellence & Continuous Improvement

  • Champion Lean, Six Sigma, and data-driven methodologies to improve yield, throughput, and reliability.

  • Identify and eliminate production inefficiencies and test bottlenecks.

  • Establish KPIs and dashboards for product performance, test efficiency, and manufacturing readiness.

  • Cross-Functional Collaboration

  • Collaborate with Quality, Supply Chain, Procurement, and Operations to ensure alignment on product requirements and execution.

  • Support supplier selection and qualification for test equipment and capabilities.

  • Act as a key liaison between engineering and manufacturing teams globally.

  • Team Leadership & Development

  • Build, lead, and mentor high-performing product and test engineering teams across multiple locations.

  • Develop organizational capability in advanced test engineering, data analytics, and product support.

  • Drive a culture of innovation, accountability, and continuous learning.

Qualifications

  • Education & Experience

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering (Electrical, Computer, or related field); Master's degree or MBA preferred.

  • 8-10+ years of experience in product engineering or test engineering, with at least 5+ years in a management role.

  • Proven track record supporting complex product portfolios.

  • Technical Expertise

  • Deep knowledge of product lifecycle management (PLM), configuration control, and engineering change processes.

  • Strong expertise in manufacturing test methodologies, test system design, and validation processes.

  • Experience with DFM, DFT, DFR, and reliability engineering principles.

  • Familiarity with automation, data acquisition systems, and Industry 4.0 technologies.

  • Background in test automation, software-driven testing, and data analytics platforms.

  • Leadership & Business Acumen

  • Strong strategic thinking, problem-solving, and execution capabilities.

  • Financial acumen, including capital planning and cost optimization.

  • Track record of successful product launches and manufacturing scale-ups.

  • Skills & Competencies

  • Excellent analytical and troubleshooting skills.

  • Ability to manage complex programs and competing priorities.

  • High level of integrity, accountability, and adaptability.

Work Environment & Travel

  • Combination of office, lab, and manufacturing environments.
  • Travel required (~25%) depending on product lifecycle and location

Key Responsibilities

  • Strategic Leadership & Execution

  • Lead NPI readiness and manufacturing ramp strategies to ensure successful product launches.

  • Product Engineering

  • Oversee product engineering activities supporting manufacturing, including BOM management, configuration control, and engineering change implementation (ECO/ECN).

  • Ensure design for manufacturability (DFM), design for testability (DFT), and design for reliability (DFR) principles are embedded in product development.

  • Drive root cause analysis and resolution of product-related issues in production and the field.

  • Test Engineering & Validation

  • Lead the development and deployment of manufacturing test strategies, including functional, parametric, environmental, and reliability testing.

  • Optimize test coverage, cycle time, and cost while maintaining product quality and compliance.

  • Oversee test equipment design, validation, calibration, and lifecycle management.

  • Implement advanced test technologies, automation, and data analytics to improve efficiency and insight.

  • New Product Introduction (NPI)

  • Partner with design to ensure smooth product transfers from development to manufacturing.

  • Establish robust validation processes and pilot builds.

  • Drive readiness reviews, risk assessments, and launch performance tracking.

  • Operational Excellence & Continuous Improvement

  • Champion Lean, Six Sigma, and data-driven methodologies to improve yield, throughput, and reliability.

  • Identify and eliminate production inefficiencies and test bottlenecks.

  • Establish KPIs and dashboards for product performance, test efficiency, and manufacturing readiness.

  • Cross-Functional Collaboration

  • Collaborate with Quality, Supply Chain, Procurement, and Operations to ensure alignment on product requirements and execution.

  • Support supplier selection and qualification for test equipment and capabilities.

  • Act as a key liaison between engineering and manufacturing teams globally.

  • Team Leadership & Development

  • Build, lead, and mentor high-performing product and test engineering teams across multiple locations.

  • Develop organizational capability in advanced test engineering, data analytics, and product support.

  • Drive a culture of innovation, accountability, and continuous learning.

Qualifications

  • Education & Experience

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering (Electrical, Computer, or related field); Master's degree or MBA preferred.

  • 8-10+ years of experience in product engineering or test engineering, with at least 5+ years in a management role.

  • Proven track record supporting complex product portfolios.

  • Technical Expertise

  • Deep knowledge of product lifecycle management (PLM), configuration control, and engineering change processes.

  • Strong expertise in manufacturing test methodologies, test system design, and validation processes.

  • Experience with DFM, DFT, DFR, and reliability engineering principles.

  • Familiarity with automation, data acquisition systems, and Industry 4.0 technologies.

  • Background in test automation, software-driven testing, and data analytics platforms.

  • Leadership & Business Acumen

  • Strong strategic thinking, problem-solving, and execution capabilities.

  • Financial acumen, including capital planning and cost optimization.

  • Track record of successful product launches and manufacturing scale-ups.

  • Skills & Competencies

  • Excellent analytical and troubleshooting skills.

  • Ability to manage complex programs and competing priorities.

  • High level of integrity, accountability, and adaptability.

Work Environment & Travel

  • Combination of office, lab, and manufacturing environments.
  • Travel required (~25%) depending on product lifecycle and location

About the Company

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Oracle Corp

For over three decades, Oracle has been the center of innovation for business software birthplace of the first commercially available relational database, the first suite of internet-based applications, and the next-generation enterprise-computing platform, Oracle Fusion. Today, Oracle provides the world's most complete, open, and integrated business software and hardware systems, with more than 370,000 customers including - 100 of the Fortune 100 - representing a variety of sizes and industries in more than 145 countries around the globe. And Oracle's 110,000 global employees - including 30,000 developers working full-time on Oracle products -are critical to that success. Oracle Supports Workforce Diversity
COMPANY SIZE
10,000 employees or more
INDUSTRY
Computer/IT Services
FOUNDED
1977