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We're a team united by purpose, working on something truly unprecedented. Every process you validate, every fixture you design, and every challenge you overcome plays a direct role in giving patients a second chance at life. If that's the kind of work that gets you out of bed in the morning, we'd love to meet you.\nAbout the Role\nThis is a high-impact leadership role at the intersection of quality engineering strategy and clinical-stage medical device development. As Senior Manager, Quality Engineering, you will serve as a principal leader within the BiVACOR quality organization, responsible for architecting and directing quality engineering functions across the full product lifecycle of the Total Artificial Heart (TAH) system, one of the most technically advanced implantable devices in development today.\nThis elevated role demands a visionary, technically authoritative, and operationally excellent leader with deep expertise in electrical engineering and a distinguished track record with Class III Active Implantable Medical Devices (AIMD). You will not only lead the QE team in verification and validation, manufacturing process quality, supplier controls, and regulatory compliance - you will define the strategic direction of quality engineering programs, drive enterprise-level QMS maturity, and serve as a senior executive liaison across quality, engineering, manufacturing, regulatory affairs, and clinical functions.\nYou will mentor and grow quality engineering talent, shape organizational quality culture, and partner with senior leadership to advance BiVACOR’s mission of bringing a life-saving total artificial heart to patients.\nKey Responsibilities\nQuality System Leadership & Strategy\nDefine and execute the strategic vision for the QMS, aligned with ISO 13485, 21 CFR Part 820, 803, and 806\n\nServe as the senior quality engineering authority for BSI surveillance audits and FDA inspections\n\nLead and develop a high-performing quality engineering team, providing strategic direction and career development\n\nEstablish enterprise-wide quality KPIs and present strategic recommendations to executive leadership\n\nVerification, Validation & Design Assurance\nDirect V&V planning, execution, and documentation for electrical, software, and system-level protocols supporting IDE and PMA submissions\n\nApprove test protocols and reports, ensuring traceability to design inputs and applicable standards (ISO 14708, IEC 60601, ISO 14971)\n\nOversee test method validation (TMV) and equipment qualification (IQ/OQ/PQ) programs\n\nManufacturing Quality & Nonconformance\nArchitect and enforce IPC-A-610 workmanship standards for electronic assemblies across the TAH system\n\nOwn the nonconformance (NC) and QCIR programs, including MRB disposition, root cause investigation, and CAPA linkage\n\nDrive systemic resolution of manufacturing quality escapes with root cause rigor\n\nRisk Management & CAPA\nLead FMEA, FTA, and risk management file strategy at the program level per ISO 14971\n\nOwn and govern the enterprise CAPA process from initiation through effectiveness verification\n\nEvaluate field performance data and clinical feedback to identify and mitigate systemic quality risks\n\nSupplier Quality\nArchitect and lead the end-to-end supplier quality program: qualification, performance monitoring, audits, and corrective actions\n\nConduct strategic on-site audits with focus on high-risk and sole-source AIMD-critical suppliers\n\nPartner with engineering and procurement to assess supply chain risk and maintain the approved supplier list (ASL)\n\nCross-Functional & Regulatory Leadership\nServe as the senior quality engineering representative in executive program reviews and manufacturing readiness assessments\n\nLead quality engineering strategy for IDE supplements, PMA modules, and FDA information requests\n\nInfluence and align R&D, Regulatory Affairs, Software, and Manufacturing Engineering on quality strategy throughout the product lifecycle\n\nContinuous Improvement\nDefine and lead the organizational continuous improvement strategy using Lean, Six Sigma, or equivalent methodologies\n\nSponsor initiatives to reduce defect rates, improve first-pass yield, and optimize QMS processes\n\nPresent improvement initiative outcomes and strategic impact to executive leadership\n\nWhat You Bring\nBachelor’s degree or higher in Electrical Engineering (mandatory)\n\nMinimum 18 years of experience in the medical device industry, including demonstrated senior quality engineering leadership\n\nDirect experience with Class III Active Implantable Medical Devices (AIMD), including deep knowledge of FDA IDE/PMA regulatory requirements\n\nIPC-A-610 and/or IPC-A-620 certification strongly preferred\n\nTechnical Expertise\nExpert knowledge of IEC 60601 series, ISO 14971, ISO 13485, and 21 CFR Part 820, 803, and 806\n\nDeep experience with electrical and electromechanical system qualification for implantable devices\n\nProficiency in FMEA, FTA, statistical analysis, MSA/Gage R&R, and reliability methodology\n\nExperience with EO sterilization qualification, cleanroom operations, and QMS software platforms\n\nLeadership & Influence\nProven track record of building and inspiring senior quality engineering teams\n\nDemonstrated ability to influence executive stakeholders and drive enterprise-level quality strategy\n\nExperience representing quality at a senior level in FDA or notified body inspections\n\nTrack record of leading cross-functional V&V programs for complex regulatory submissions\n\nHighly Desirable\nVAD or Total Artificial Heart experience\n\nASQ certification (CQE, CQM/OE, or CRE)\n\nFamiliarity with Enlil, Arena, or comparable QMS/PLM platforms\n\nExperience with IDE clinical studies and associated quality system requirements\n\nThe expected salary range for this position based in Huntington Beach California is $155,000 - $169,990. 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