Software Engineer, Platform Systems

You will lead the development of selected body systems capabilities at the systems engineering level, from early conceptual development through production. This includes driving the lead development of system functional capabilities for reusability, robustness, and expandability, as well as managing complex system upgrade and migration plans.

What you'll do...

• Execute a comprehensive Systems Engineering approach to new capabilities/API design, ensuring alignment with evolving customer needs and strategic objectives.
• Lead the development of system functional capabilities, including feature/functional/implementation specifications, detailed Failure Mode Avoidance (FMA) documentation, robust function verification test plans, functional safety assessments, and cybersecurity assessment & mitigation strategies to achieve use case attribute targets.
• Design feature systems utilizing Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE), SysML (MagicDraw), and advanced software development techniques (Python, C, JSON, YAML, ARXML) with requirements defined in EARS, INCOSE, or Gherkins formats.
• Develop high-level network, wiring, and power distribution topologies, schematics, and system boundary diagrams.
• Strategically suggest and help allocate system functions across electronic modules and subsystems to meet aggressive cost, quality, and performance targets.
• Review existing system designs to identify new opportunities for optimization, cost reduction, or quality improvement.
• Collaborate extensively with program teams, core engineers, and cross-functional areas to create balanced solutions that address competing requirements.
• Cultivate strong relationships with cross-functional teams and the supply base to stay abreast of the latest technologies and identify viable integration possibilities.
• Analyze complex cross-functional vehicle systems and implement innovative, scalable solutions.
• Lead critical trade-off discussions with diverse cross-functional teams, driving consensus and optimal outcomes.
• Communicate complex technical systems, issues, and resolutions in a clear, concise, and impactful manner to various stakeholders.
• Utilize connected data and advanced analytics to develop a deep understanding of customer behavior and needs.
• Lead the development and testing of end-to-end system behaviors against requirements on SIL (Software-in-the-Loop), HIL (Hardware-in-the-Loop), and Breadboards.

You'll have...

• A Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
• 10+ years of related experience with vehicle electrical systems and/or features.
• Strong learning agility, advanced systems thinking, and exceptional analytical skills.
• Proven ability to lead and influence cross-functional teams.
• Expert-level functional knowledge of electrical module design, networking, wiring, power distribution, chassis systems, and body systems (including lighting, climate, seats, etc.).
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to quickly understand, articulate, and resolve complex issues.
• Demonstrated emotional resilience to effectively negotiate cross-functional trade-offs.
• Strong skills using industry-standard tools such as Jira, Jama, FEDE, VSEM, Dev tools (e.g., Github, Visual Studio), Matlab/Simulink, and DSPACE.
• Proficiency in programming languages and formats including C, Python, JSON, YAML, ARXML, and Gherkin.

Even better, you may have...

• A Master's Degree in Electrical Engineering or Mechatronics Engineering.
• 10+ years of related experience in an Automotive Engineering role.
• Advanced programming skills in C++ and experience with SysML (MagicDraw) and Vector tools.
• Extensive Electrical Systems Engineering experience, including a deep understanding of the systems engineering V-model.
• Experience in Electrical Design & Release (D&R).
• Experience with Vehicle-to-Cloud (V2C) work.
• Expertise in Vehicle cybersecurity.
• Proven launch experience in automotive programs.

You may not check every box, or your experience may look a little different from what we've outlined, but if you think you can bring value to Ford Motor Company, we encourage you to apply!

As an established global company, we offer the benefit of choice. You can choose what your Ford future will look like: will your story span the globe, or keep you close to home? Will your career be a deep dive into what you love, or a series of new teams and new skills? Will you be a leader, a changemaker, a technical expert, a culture builder…or all of the above? No matter what you choose, we offer a work life that works for you, including:

• Immediate medical, dental, vision and prescription drug coverage
• Flexible family care days, paid parental leave, new parent ramp-up programs, subsidized back-up childcare and more
• Family building benefits including adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, fertility treatments, and more
• Vehicle discount program for employees and family members and management leases
• Tuition assistance
• Established and active employee resource groups
• Paid time off for individual and team community service
• A generous schedule of paid holidays, including the week between Christmas and New Year’s Day
• Paid time off and the option to purchase additional vacation time.
• This position is a salary grade 8 and ranges from $96,720-162,120.    

For more information on salary and benefits, click here: https://fordcareers.co/GSR

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