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Technical Program Manager, RMA & Field Failure Analysis

Irvine, CAFull-time$130k–$160k2026-10-31 → 2026-11-10
On-site · United States

Core

Lead a hybrid team performing RMA triage and field failure analysis on automotive ECUs (Zonal, Infotainment, Telematics, Battery) to drive root cause investigations and corrective actions.

Role type

Senior Technical Program Manager (Automotive ECU Failure Analysis)

Builds

Root cause analysis reports, corrective action plans, and improved RMA processes for automotive clients.

Domain

Automotive electronics, embedded systems, and failure analysis.

Required skills

ECU hardware debug, embedded firmware diagnostics, vehicle network protocols (CAN/CAN-FD, LIN, Automotive Ethernet), 8D/FTA/RCA methodologies, lab equipment operation, offshore team coordination, technical program management.

Preferred skills

OEM/Tier 1 RMA experience, battery management systems knowledge, IPC-A-610/X-ray interpretation, Python scripting, PMP certification.

Technologies

Jira, Excel, Power BI, Oscilloscopes, CAN tools.

Responsibilities

Triage incoming RMAs and route to appropriate analysis locations; drive root cause investigations on ECU hardware and firmware; review FTA, RCA, and CAPA reports; support hands-on bench debugging; identify systemic failure trends; manage RMA backlog and priorities; coordinate daily work between on-site and offshore teams; track KPIs and run reporting; manage risks and stakeholders; structure and improve the RMA process.

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC with program management responsibilities.