Validation Manager - Landscaping Division

Validation Manager – Landscaping DivisionASI is seeking a Validation Manager to lead testing and validation efforts for autonomous robotics systems within our Landscaping division. This role is responsible for owning and advancing validation strategy across lab, simulation, and live outdoor field environments, including recurring testing on active golf courses.This is a hands-on leadership role for an experienced validation professional who has personally owned QA and testing outcomes and can immediately elevate a junior team by establishing clear standards, direction, and best practices. Success in this role requires technical credibility, sound judgment, and comfort operating in customer-facing field environments. What You'll Do Lead validation strategy and execution across hardware, software, and integrated autonomous systemsOwn Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT), System Acceptance Testing (SAT), and system integration test plansEstablish and mature validation processes, methodologies, and documentation standardsMentor and develop Validation Engineers and Field Testers, raising overall team capabilityConduct and oversee manual validation while identifying opportunities for test automation over timeSupport live field testing on golf courses, ensuring systems perform safely and reliably in real-world conditionsPartner cross-functionally with engineering, autonomy, and production teams on issue resolution and continuous improvementTranslate field and lab findings into actionable feedback that improves product quality and reliability What We're Looking ForRequired Qualifications 5+ years of experience in QA, testing, or validation, preferably in robotics, automation, or complex electromechanical systemsDirect experience owning validation outcomes (not just supporting testing efforts)Proven ability to lead and mentor teams through technical credibility and hands-on guidanceStrong understanding of validation methodologies, including: Black-box testingRegression and stress testingHardware-in-the-loop (HIL) testingFAT and SAT processes Experience working in real-world or field-based testing environmentsStrong professional judgment, communication skills, and attention to detail Preferred Qualifications Experience validating autonomous or outdoor robotic systemsFamiliarity with testing labs, compliance processes, or regulated validation environmentsExperience with validation, simulation, or defect-tracking tools (e.g., JIRA, Jama, TestRail, Simulink, or similar)Prior exposure to customer-facing validation or field operations Travel & Location Approximately once per month travel to St. George, Utah to support live field testing on golf coursesAdditional limited travel as needed (up to ~15%)Located in Cashe Valley or surrounding area is strongly preferred to support close collaboration with the Landscaping leadership team Why This RoleYou'll play a critical role in shaping how autonomous landscaping systems are validated in real-world environments-bridging lab testing and live operations while setting the standard for quality, reliability, and professionalism as the program scales.

Created: 2026-03-04