Magna International · 11 hours ago
Manager Sr - Program / Engineering Quality
Auburn Hills, Michigan, US
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
8+ years expMagna Electronics is a premier supplier for the global automotive industry, specializing in innovative electronic systems. The Senior Manager, Program Quality will lead the program quality team to ensure the quality of work products and processes throughout the product life cycle, focusing on System, Hardware, and Software development.
AutomotiveIndustrial EngineeringManufacturing
No H1B
Responsibilities
Leading the Team Program Quality with the functions System, Hardware, Mechanic, Software
Supporting and Guiding the Quality Engineers and Division quality teams during the programs Product life Cycle
Ensures that the Magna process and Customer specific requirements are used in development programs
Approve the Quality Assurance Plan for product development (System, Hardware, Mechanic, and Software) incl. activities, responsibilities, escalation strategy
Supports analysis of quality related customer specific requirements during all project phases
Guides and approves the project team in selecting an adequate level of processes, Standards and procedures (Tailoring) inline with internal requirements and customer requirements
Develops the program quality team to assess quality of development work products (e.g. Requirements specifications, Test Specification, Designs)
Ensures transparent reporting of regularly the quality status, maturity level and risk level of the project at leadership levels
Supports and Mentors the program team in root cause analysis and driving the corrective actions
Guides quality messaging with the program quality and program management team with the customer
Assure quality of release procedure (System, Hardware, Mechanic, and Software)
Consults, support and assist the team with resolution on non-conformances, quality topics and lessons learned
Participate and Approves Engineering gate reviews
Lead the Program Quality Team in the region and work with the other regions to ensure an aligned quality process globally
Possesses the interpersonal skills to build relationships with key stakeholders in Magna Electronics’ organization
Create Development plans for gaps identified in the program quality team
Develops regional goals for the program quality organization that aligns globally
Responsible for resource planning and allocation
Additional duties and responsibilities as assigned
Qualification
Required
Must possess 8+ years of automotive experience
Must possess product development quality experience
Must have a verifiable record of results within the automotive industry
Must possess a strong technical background in Embedded System / Software development and quality
Must be able to lead a team of direct reports across multiple products and customers
Previous experience making data-based risk assessments is required
Must possess moderately advanced usage of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, & PowerPoint); must be/become proficient in company & customer systems
Preferred
Technical / Engineering Degree is highly preferred
Preferred background in Advanced Driver Assistance Systems, electrification products & components (including ASPICE, Functional Safety, and CyberSecurity)
Previous OEM experience is preferred
Company
Magna International
Magna International is a mobility tech company and auto supplier that engages in body exteriors, structures, power, vision, and seating.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$1.79B2025-05-14Post Ipo Debt· $1.04B
2024-05-27Post Ipo Debt· $330.18M
2024-03-05Post Ipo Debt· $400M
Leadership Team
Philip Fracassa
EVP & Chief Financial Officer
Jorg Meinrich
Purchasing Director
Recent News
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