Quality Assurance Test Manager

Quality Assurance Test Manager

Location: Coventry

Salary: £55,000 - £65,000 per annum (Dependent on Experience)

Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent

About ePropelled

ePropelled is a pioneering technology company developing advanced electric propulsion systems, intelligent motor control technologies, and power electronics solutions for aerospace, defence, unmanned systems, marine, and industrial applications.

Our innovative approach combines high-efficiency electric motors, sophisticated inverter technology, and advanced control systems to deliver market-leading performance, reliability, and sustainability. As we continue to expand our product portfolio and support certification programmes across multiple sectors, we are seeking an experienced and motivated Quality Assurance Test Manager to lead our testing, verification, validation, and laboratory operations.

The Opportunity

This is a key management position responsible for ensuring the quality, performance, reliability, and compliance of ePropelled's electric propulsion products.

The successful candidate will lead a multidisciplinary team of engineers and technicians, oversee verification and validation activities, manage laboratory operations, and drive continuous improvement across testing and quality assurance processes. Working closely with Engineering, Systems, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, and Certification teams, you will play a critical role in delivering robust, certification-ready products to customers worldwide.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership & Team Management

·       Lead, mentor, develop, and manage a team of Test Engineers and Technicians.

·       Plan resource allocation and workload balancing across multiple projects and programmes.

·       Support employee development, performance management, and technical training initiatives.

·       Foster a culture of safety, accountability, engineering excellence, and continuous improvement.

·       Drive SQCDP (Safety, Quality, Cost, Delivery, People) and 6S activities within laboratory environments.

Verification & Validation

·       Develop and maintain verification, durability and reliability strategies for electric motors, inverters, power electronics, battery-integrated systems, and complete propulsion solutions.

·       Create and manage verification plans, test specifications, procedures, compliance matrices, and requirements traceability documentation.

·       Coordinate verification activities with Systems Engineering, Product Development, Manufacturing, and Certification teams.

·       Support certification programmes through the generation of verification evidence and compliance artefacts.

·       Participate in test readiness reviews, design reviews, and programme milestone reviews.

Test Laboratory Management

·       Oversee the safe and compliant operation of all internal testing laboratories and facilities.

·       Manage laboratory equipment, instrumentation, data acquisition systems, and automated test rigs.

·       Ensure calibration, maintenance, certification, and service schedules are maintained.

·       Lead pre-test assessments, safety reviews, and risk assessments for all testing activities.

·       Ensure compliance with company Health & Safety policies and industry best practices.

·       Coordinate external testing activities with specialist laboratories and certification organisations.

Product Testing & Qualification

Manage and oversee testing activities including:

·       Motor performance and efficiency testing

·       Dynamometer testing and performance mapping

·       Thermal characterisation and validation

·       Environmental qualification testing

·       Vibration and durability testing

·       EMC/EMI compliance testing

·       Power quality assessments

·       Endurance and lifecycle testing

·       High-voltage system validation

·       Integrated propulsion system verification

Quality Assurance & Compliance

·       Develop and implement quality assurance processes supporting product development and release.

·       Ensure products meet functional, reliability, durability, safety, and regulatory requirements.

·       Maintain compliance with AS9100, ISO 9001, and internal quality management systems.

·       Support internal audits, customer audits, supplier audits, and certification assessments.

·       Ensure all testing activities are properly documented and traceable.

Data Analysis & Root Cause Investigation

·       Ensure accurate and reliable data capture, storage, analysis, and reporting.

·       Lead failure investigations and root cause analysis activities.

·       Drive corrective and preventive actions (CAPA) arising from testing activities.

·       Utilise recognised methodologies including:

o   FMEA/FMECA

o   Fault Tree Analysis

o   Fishbone Analysis

o   5 Whys

o   Statistical analysis techniques

·       Present technical findings, risk assessments, and recommendations to senior leadership.

Stakeholder & Supplier Management

·       Work closely with Design Engineering, Systems Engineering, Manufacturing, Procurement, and Programme Management teams.

·       Liaise with suppliers, external test facilities, certification authorities, and regulatory bodies.

·       Support supplier quality investigations and qualification activities where required.

·       Act as a key technical interface during customer and regulatory audits.

Continuous Improvement

·       Drive improvements in:

o   Test methodologies

o   Laboratory infrastructure

o   Automation systems

o   Instrumentation capability

o   Data acquisition processes

o   Reporting standards

o   Safety procedures

o   Documentation practices

·       Establish and maintain best practices across all verification and validation activities.

Essential Qualifications & Experience

·       Degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related discipline.

·       Minimum 5 years' experience in a quality assurance, verification, validation, or test engineering role.

·       Demonstrable experience testing electric motors, brushless DC motors (BLDC), permanent magnet motors, inverters, ESCs, or high-voltage power electronic systems.

·       Previous experience managing technical teams within a laboratory or engineering environment.

·       Strong understanding of:

o   Motor performance testing

o   Torque and efficiency mapping

o   Thermal analysis

o   Power electronics validation

o   Reliability and endurance testing

·       Experience with:

o   Data acquisition systems

o   Instrumentation and sensors

o   Automated test rigs

o   Control systems

o   Environmental chambers

·       Experience working with high-voltage systems up to 1500VDC.

·       Strong understanding of risk assessment and safe systems of work within potentially hazardous environments.

·       Proven experience conducting root cause investigations and implementing corrective actions.

·       Excellent technical reporting and presentation skills.

Desirable Experience

·       Aerospace, eVTOL, UAV, defence, marine, automotive, motorsport, or electric propulsion industry experience.

·       Knowledge of aerospace certification and qualification standards including:

·       Experience operating within an AS9100-certified organisation.

·       Experience managing EMC/EMI qualification programmes.

·       Knowledge of battery systems and energy storage technologies.

·       Experience with test automation software and scripting languages such as Python, MATLAB, LabVIEW, or similar.

·       Experience working within a Tier 1 aerospace or automotive supplier environment.

Personal Attributes

·       Strong leadership and people management skills.

·       Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.

·       Self-motivated with a proactive and hands-on approach.

·       Comfortable working within a fast-paced technology business.

·       Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.

·       Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines effectively.

·       Collaborative team player with a flexible and adaptable attitude.

·       Commitment to quality, safety, and engineering excellence.

Benefits

·       Competitive salary of £55,000 - £65,000 per annum

·       Company pension scheme

·       Employee share purchase plan

·       Free on-site parking

·       Sick pay

·       Professional development and training opportunities

·       Opportunity to work on cutting-edge electric propulsion technologies

·       Career progression within a rapidly growing technology company

Additional Requirements

·       Full UK driving licence.

·       Willingness to travel within the UK and internationally when required to support suppliers, customers, certification activities, and external testing programmes.

Join ePropelled and help shape the future of electric propulsion technology through world-class engineering, innovation, and quality excellence.