Sensing Algorithms and Technology Supervisor
Sensing Algorithms and Technology Supervisor
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Job Description
We are the movers of the world and the makers of the future. We get up every day roll up our sleeves and build a better world -- together. At Ford were all a part of something bigger than ourselves. Are you ready to change the way the world moves
Fords Research and Advanced Engineering team takes new ideas from theory to reality. Every day we develop advanced energy management and propulsion technologies create cutting-edge materials and manufacturing processes and curate world-class cabin experiences that redefine what it means to drive a Ford.
In this position...
The Sensing Technologies and Algorithms team is a multidimensional team of experts tasked with conducting applied research in the domains of interior and exterior sensing systems technologies capabilities architectures and features.
The Sensing Technologies and Algorithms Supervisor role is a strong technical & operational leadership position leading this team in guiding the exploration of new sensor hardware directing data analysis efforts overseeing sensing algorithm development proposing and executing test plans evaluating sensor performance delivering proof-of-concept demonstrations and managing the implementation readiness process.
Your projects will enable new capabilities for the future generation of perception & sensing systems contributing directly to the creation of innovative revenue-generating vehicle features the reduction of cost and complexity in sensing systems and the enablement of critical occupant safety and regulatory compliance. You will work closely with cross-functional partners in Hardware Software and Product to define sensor requirements drive technical direction and outline a technology roadmap for future programs.
Responsibilities
What youll do...
- Work closely with the Camera technical specialist Safety Sensor TS & Sensor Arch TS to lead research & development of sensing tech including sensor design implementation characterizations and application oriented technical development.
- Lead investigations with internal teams on sensing applications for: Comfort Convenience Access Vehicle Security Wellness Identity and other related vehicle applications.
- Drive new sensing architectures to reduce size thermal power requirements & cost.
- Ensure all developed technologies and solutions address relevant occupant safety ratings and regulatory compliance requirements (e.g. Euro NCAP) collaborating closely with safety engineering and homologation teams.
- Collaborate with cross functional teams including strategy and planning application/product engineers and others in defining data needs validation of solutions against real-world application benchmarks quality and robustness checks and continuous improvement.
- Develop a research portfolio for progressing external research with leading universities.
- Explore novel architectural solutions and emerging technologies performing competitive analyses to support development of a technology cycle plan for imaging technologies.
- Transfer technologies to the production team as they reach Application Readiness.
- Perform feasibility studies alternate solution identification and evaluation including POC development to help determine feasibility and provide estimates and timelines to implementation.
- Perform ROI TARR & cost analysis to identify value to the company as well as measures of success.
- Foster a culture of innovation collaboration and continuous learning within the team.
- Mentor and develop team members supporting their technical and career growth within Ford.
- Manage team performance including goal setting performance reviews and providing constructive feedback.
- Strategically allocate team resources to projects ensuring optimal utilization and alignment with priorities.
Qualifications
Youll have...
- Minimum BS Electrical Engineering/Computer Science/Computer Engineering degree or related field
- 5 years of experience with sensing architectures to meet system constraints on power size and cost.
- 5 years of development experience of automotive imaging and/or other sensing systems (e.g. radar UWB capacitive).
- 3 years of experience applying knowledge of sensor physics (optical RF etc.) and signal processing to evaluate the strengths and limitations of various sensing modalities.
- 2 years experience in a technical leadership capacity with responsibilities that include project management and the mentorship of engineers or developers.
- 1 year experience in developing and execuiting technical strategies and roadmaps.
- Excellent written and verbal communications skills.
Even better you may have...
- Masters Degree
- 10 years of development experience of automotive sensing systems.
- Experience in modeling building & testing complex and multi-physics systems.
- Familiarity with component level and system performance measurement of various design methodologies (waterfall agile etc...).
- In-depth knowledge of requirements development.
- Demonstrated proficiency in laboratory work hardware evaluation data analysis and leading complex engineering analysis tasks.
- Experience with software development and efficiency tools (e.g. GIT JIRA Confluence).
- Experience in developing artifacts supporting Fords functional safety development process.
- AI/ML techniques for sensor design or signal conditioning.
- Experience in assessing the commercial viability and market potential of new technologies including contributing to business cases or ROI analyses.
- Familiarity with automotive safety standards (e.g. Euro NCAP FMVSS) and their impact on sensor system requirements and validation.
You may not check every box or your experience may look a little different from what weve 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 builderor 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 child care 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 Years Day
Paid time off and the option to purchase additional vacation time.
This position is a leadership level 6.
For more information on salary and benefits click here: sponsorship is not available for this position.
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Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
Full-Time
