Leads the development of algorithms, test plans, processes, test fixtures, data acquisition capabilities, etc., in support of on going product development as well as informal (dry run) and formal (design V&V) testing of complex electro-mechanical, software-driven medical devices; responsibilities may include managing parts flow, systems builds (including hardware assembly and integration), software loads and updates, configuration control, and test execution and reporting. Role may include management responsibility for a team of engineers, programmers, technicians, and/or coops; responsibilities may include planning and directing / supervising employee activities, reviewing employee performance, identifying and supporting employee career development needs, etc.