The R&D Operations role ensures efficient execution of product development within the DAQ organization by driving operational excellence and supporting cross‐functional coordination. The position is critical to achieving delivery commitments and maintaining transparency across all development lines.
Key ResponsibilitiesDrive on‐time, on‐scope delivery of DAQ development projects
Coordinate across Hardware, Embedded Software, Software, Operations, and Solution Portfolio teams
Support effort estimation improvements for portfolio planning and business case development
Align R&D with Operations to streamline industrialization processes
Collaborate with Purchasing, Production (internal and external), and suppliers to ensure smooth transitions from development to manufacturing
Manage dependencies and mitigate risks across internal and external stakeholders
Provide regular status updates, risk assessments, and escalation support to PMO
Maintain progress reports for each development line to enable informed decision‐making
Drive continuous improvement of execution processes and PLC alignment
Key Performance IndicatorsDelivery adherence (time, scope, quality)
Team engagement throughout R&D teams and disciplines
Stakeholder satisfaction and risk mitigation effectiveness
Qualifications 100 FTE Software & Hardware development, technical basic knowledge and experience to guide and support; technical leadership is not scope of the role
Experience & knowledge of agile development process and project execution
International experience
Knowledge of industrialization processes and supply‐chain interfaces
Strong people leadership skills: communication, development, coaching, conflict management
Analytical and reporting capabilities
Excellent communication and stakeholder management
Global mindset and exposure to cross‐cultural and cross‐functional team leadership and communication
Leading effectively through transformation