Technical Manager

Managing the technical content, definition and configuration of the Platform including:

• BOM Management for the Platform including Change Management
• Technical data and VISBOM content
• Platform diversity and component interchangeability
• Achieving Quality, Cost, Timing, and Performance Objectives
• Coordinates with purchasing for RFQ, supplier selection, and change management
• Support regional requirements and content

Leading the technical activity of component and system development:

• Design, development, and validation of component and systems
• Leads decision / stakeholder meetings at the platform level
• Design freeze and tooling kick off
• Conformity of regulatory requirements
• Coordination of technical teams

Coordinating activities with Manufacturing Engineering and the plant:

• Alignment of design and manufacturing process to support cost, investment, and quality objectives
• Compatibility of product and process
• Packaging issues and requirements with logistics
• Make buy convergence

Managing the technical relationship with Top Hats, other Platforms, and Advanced Engineering:

• Confirm platform supports Top Hat requirements and future product requirements