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Introduction: A Career at HARMAN Automotive
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Engineer audio systems and integrated technology platforms that augment the driving experience
Combine ingenuity, in-depth research, and a spirit of collaboration with design and engineering excellence
Advance in-vehicle infotainment, safety, efficiency, and enjoyment
About the Role
This role reports to the Head of Governance and Compliance within the Product Trust Center of Excellence of the HARMAN Automotive Division.
The Product Trust Validation Test Project Manager is responsible for end-to-end coordination and management of Third-Party Validation Testing across Harman Automotive projects. This role ensures that validation testing is accurately scoped and properly resourced. Acting as the primary liaison between the third-party validation testing team and project stakeholders, the Validation Test Manager drives efficient execution, process compliance, and continuous improvement.
Responsibility
Serve as the primary point of contact for Validation Test planning across all SBUs
Serve as the primary point of contact for initiatives for the Product Trust Center of Excellence
Coordinate with project team members to schedule and monitor Validation Test plans
Maintain a master Validation Test Plan to ensure alignment with the project maturity gates
Ensure Validation Tests are correctly scoped and resourced for Maturity Gate readiness
Track Validation Test requests, execution status, and mitigation plans using Harman-approved tools
Support the Compliance Managers with the preparation of Validation Test Reports and follow-up actions
Collaborate with relevant departments to continuously improve validation processes
Facilitate requests through the PCSM (Project Cybersecurity Manager) when initial validation test results are in FAIL
Ensure readiness for Validation Test by ensuring that all findings from the previous Validation Test have been addressed, and the related work products have been updated and closed
Contribute to the development of the knowledge base to support internal training
Accountability
Plan, coordinate, and track Validation Tests with committed start and end dates
Delivery of the Validation Test Report to all relevant internal stakeholders according to the Maturity Gate declaration timeline
Update the relevant processes applicable to the Validation Test based on the lessons learned
Maintain dashboards and scorecards for Validation Test throughput, Maturity Gate outcomes (Green/Yellow/Red logic), and cycle times
Maintain and regularly update a repository of lessons learned to capture best practices, recurring issues, and improvement opportunities
Authority
Prioritize Validation Tests based on Start of Production proximity and Maturity Gate criticality (e.g., production-ready gate receives top priority)
Approve or reject re-Validation Test attempts based on mitigation plans and readiness
Approve or reject the project Validation Test request based on process compliance and readiness
Manage FAIL/Conditional PASS outcomes by coordinating re-Validation Test requests, tracking corrective actions, and ensuring readiness for second attempts
Skills
Proficient in project management, including scheduling, resource coordination, and milestone tracking.
Ability to use dashboards, scorecards, and tracking tools for monitoring assessment performance.
Excellent organizational and communication skills.
Knowledge of requirements, configuration, change, and documentation management.
Experience with Jira, Confluence, and ALM tools, and other relevant/similar tools
Cross-functional collaboration and negotiation skills
Bonus Points if You Have
Familiarity with Automotive SPICE®, ASPICE for Cybersecurity, or CMMI.
Familiarity with the Product Lifecycle Management, V-model development, and Product Trust workflows and documentation standards.
Familiarity with ISO/SAE 21434, ISO/SAE 26262, or other relevant standards and regulations in Validation Test scenarios.
What Makes You Eligible
5 years of experience in technical project management. Formal training in technical project management.
Academic degree in Systems Engineering, Electrical/Electronics, Computer Science, or related technical discipline.
Willingness to work onsite (as required by role or customer needs). Flexible work arrangements are available.
What We Offer
Flexible work environment, allowing for full-time remote work globally for positions that can be performed outside a HARMAN or customer location
Access to employee discounts on world-class products (JBL, HARMAN Kardon, AKG, and more)
Extensive training opportunities through our own HARMAN University
Competitive wellness benefits
Tuition reimbursement
“Be Brilliant” employee recognition and rewards program
An inclusive and diverse work environment that fosters and encourages professional and personal development
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HARMAN is proud to be an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.
