Principal Engineer, Development Quality, Automotive, ASPICE, ISO 26262

A Career at HARMAN

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Introduction: A Career at HARMAN Automotive

We’re a global, multi-disciplinary team that’s putting the innovative power of technology to work and transforming tomorrow. At HARMAN Automotive, we give you the keys to fast-track your career.

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

To bring the voice of customer to the project throughout the lifecycle with special focus to the development process, to meet the expected deliveries, field, service and initial quality targets. Management of Quality Assurance as a process owner in a project, reporting to Quality Assurance Management independent from the project) and dotted line to the VP, SBU. To ensure ASPICE L2 compliance for the project, acting as single POC for all process areas and working with the Engineering teams to take NC’s to closure. Responsible for process tailoring for the project to keep it lean and efficient. Strives to identify the right process balance to reflect the overall complexity of a Connectivity SBU project and customer requirements. Acts as a partner to the engineering team in the process adherence journey. Performs monthly tools-based audit once the process framework is established to help the team identify the gaps and enables the fixes. Provides forward-looking metrics, analytics and insights along with PSR Report for the engineering team. Enables the team to be data-driven in project execution.

What You Will Do

Establish and roll out the QA Strategy / Plan within project, aligned to project specific process requirements and to the customer specific requirements. Support the release of the Tailored MGTL (Maturity Gate Task List). Schedule the QA activities in context of project master milestone plan. Review quality and compliance of the established and released engineering / supporting Work Products (WP's) by means of PCCs, MGTL, Spot Checks/Sampling Checks (if applicable) and any other audits / assessments that are required by the customer. Conduct pre-assessments / coaching with the appropriate process owners to ensure the artifacts are on track, pursuing the ASPICE and IATF assessment preparation (i.e. Mock assessments)  Ensure SW quality data collection and reporting regularly (e.g. PSR scorecard, QA report, customer quality reporting, etc.) Baseline and approve the project pre-aligned configurable items of the Quality Assurance (QA Plan, QA status report, etc.) QA information exchange with the customer and other project stakeholders, for the QA related topics. Roll out the Project Escalation mechanism and ensure monitoring for de-escalations. Support proper execution of audits and assessments (e.g. ASPICE, IATF, customer review / audits, etc.) Address audit Findings/Weaknesses and assure relevant action plans. Participation in Release Readiness Reviews (RRR & IRRR) and provision of data-driven evaluation. Participation in Lesson Learned and Risk reviews. Collaboration with other regional quality teams and global teams to ensure alignment and process adherence across the organization. Contribute towards organizational process definition/updates.

Authority:

Decide on process tailoring following the PM and PMO guidance (including the MGTL, QA plan / Strategy, PSR, and PM&C, etc.). Prevent a release of software that does not meet requirements through Release Readiness Review (RRR & IRRR) and risk assessment. Approval of tailoring of the Harman BMS standards (i.e. Engineering & Supporting processes) based on customer quality requirements. Raise project risks when major/critical gaps are foreseen via quality reviews/checks. Raise projects issues or escalations when major/critical problems are identified via quality reviews/checks.

Accountability:

Driving the QA process implementation within the Project. Providing QA status report and summary information to PM and Team 1, as needed. Support and/or drive internal and external escalations until resolution of the identified problem. ASPICE L2 Compliance Driving ASPICE initiatives within the program.

What You Need to Be Successful

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field. 10+ years of experience in the field of Software Quality Proven record of successful implementation of ASPICE L2 for multiple programs Experience with Project Management and familiar with QMS. Experience with technical areas (HW, SW, ME, System, etc.). Capability to evaluate complex systems. Experience in project and quality assurance. Knowledge of risk management methodologies. Decision making and problem-solving skills. Experienced with Software Development Lifecycle and methodologies (e.g. Process models Automotive SPICE). Thorough Knowledge and understanding of the Quality Management System (e.g. IATF 16949, ISO 9001, CMMI, etc). Strong Communication and moderation skills. Strong negotiation skills and a drive for first-time quality.

Bonus Points if You Have

B.E. degree with specialization in Computer Science or Electronics and Telecommunication. ASPICE Provisional Assessor or well-versed with the standard

What Makes You Eligible

Be willing to work in Harman office, India (hybrid). Be willing to travel 10% Successfully complete a background investigation and drug screen as a condition of employment

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 Harman and Samsung products (JBL, HARMAN Kardon, AKG, etc.) 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 torace, 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.

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