Product Qualification Manager

Position Summary: Product Qualification Manager Location: Nashua, NH We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Product Qualification Manager to lead the qualification and testing efforts for Active Electrical Cables (AEC), Active Optical Cables (AOC), and Optical Transceivers. The successful candidate will play a critical role in ensuring our products meet the highest standards of reliability, performance, and compliance across various protocols and industry standards. RESPONSIBILITIES: Design and Oversee Qualification Processes: Develop, implement, and manage comprehensive product qualification plans for AEC, AOC, and Optical Transceiver products. Define test protocols, validation strategies, and performance benchmarks. Standards and Compliance: Ensure products comply with industry standards such as Ethernet, PCIe, SAS, and others. Stay updated on emerging standards and adapt qualification plans accordingly. Collaboration: Work closely with cross‑functional teams, including R&D, manufacturing, and product management, to align qualification efforts with business objectives. Partner with external test labs and certification bodies as needed. Testing and Analysis: Develop and oversee the execution of electrical, thermal, and mechanical stress testing protocols. Analyze test data to identify trends, failures, and areas for improvement. Ensure root cause analysis is conducted and corrective actions are implemented. Team Development: Build and mentor a high‑performing product qualification team. Provide training and development opportunities to ensure team members stay current with industry standards and technologies. Foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, and accountability within the team. Documentation and Reporting: Maintain detailed records of qualification processes, test results, and compliance certifications. Present findings and recommendations to stakeholders and leadership teams. Process Improvement: Continuously improve qualification methodologies to enhance efficiency and accuracy. Integrate innovative testing approaches and tools to maintain a competitive edge. QUALIFICATIONS: Education: Bachelor's or master's degree in electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field. Experience: 5+ years of experience in product qualification or testing of high‑speed interconnect products such as AEC, AOC, and Optical Transceiver. Strong familiarity with data center architectures, such as spine‑leaf and AI‑fabric designs. Technical Skills: Deep understanding of Ethernet, PCIe, SAS, and related standards. Deep understanding of specifications such as EIA‑364‑X, GR‑468‑X, GR‑78‑X, etc. Proficiency with signal integrity and mechanical integrity analysis and testing using VNA (Vector Network Analyzer), TDR (Time Domain Reflectometer), BERT (Bit Error Rate Tester), and similar tools. Experience in thermal and mechanical stress testing methodologies. Additional: Effective communication skills across geographically dispersed and culturally diverse groups, both internal and external: USA, Canada, Mexico, Vietnam, China. Self‑initiated with an entrepreneurial attitude. Hands‑on, "roll up your shirt sleeves" approach. Comfortable working in an environment that fosters accountability and flexibility. Ability to prioritize projects and workflow. Ability to work with a high degree of accuracy, under pressure and with frequent interruptions and changes in priorities. Strong customer‑facing and relationship‑building skills; patience and flexibility in interacting with cultural diversity. Ability and willingness to travel to manufacturing locations and customer sites in the US, Mexico, Vietnam, and China. Preferred Qualifications: Experience in AI‑fabric or GPU interconnect testing. Hands‑on experience with automation tools and scripting for test setups. Knowledge of manufacturing processes and design for reliability (DFR). Certification/Proficiency in relevant fields such as Ethernet or PCIe compliance testing. #J-18808-Ljbffr