Staff Chassis Software Validation Lead

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What youll do...

Lead a team of validation engineers and student workers providing technical direction mentorship and performance feedback to ensure high-quality software validation.
Lead the planning execution and reporting of pre-merge validation and testing activities for in-house and tier 1 chassis ECU software.
Develop build and maintain robust test environments including Software-in-the-Loop (SIL) Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) and on-vehicle test setups for chassis systems.
Design create and execute comprehensive test cases for new functionalities and regression testing of software binaries from external suppliers.
Perform End-to-End (E2E) regression testing for safety-critical chassis software ensuring readiness for mainline integration and deployment.
Plan and execute vehicle-level validation tests including limit handling performance and functional safety tests to ensure software robustness in real-world scenarios.
Collaborate with development teams suppliers and vehicle integration engineers to progress software through various stages from development to public road driving ODD (Operational Design Domain) with the DCV fleet and eventual customer release.
Anticipate future testing needs and contribute to the evolution of chassis validation strategies including Chassis SIL testing advanced vehicle-level testing and the integration of driver-in-the-loop (DIL) simulators for pre-merge motion/chassis controls validation.
Actively participate in and lead in-vehicle limit handling test cases at proving grounds providing technical expertise and ensuring data integrity.

Youll have...

Bachelors or Masters degree in Electrical Engineering Computer Engineering Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
Approximately 10 years of industry experience in chassis controls software development validation or related fields.
Proven experience in slip controls software development and simulation.
Extensive experience building and utilizing chassis controls Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) testing environments.
Demonstrated expertise in validating chassis actuator software particularly for safety-critical applications.
Strong multi-domain chassis experience specifically with brakes and steering systems.
Prior experience leading projects mentoring junior engineers or managing small teams.
Significant experience in vehicle-level testing and validation of chassis control systems.
Familiarity with receiving and validating software deliveries from Tier 1 suppliers for systems like EBB and EPAS.
Experience in test case creation execution and defect management for embedded software.
Excellent communication interpersonal and presentation skills with the ability to articulate complex technical concepts clearly.
Ability to work effectively both as an individual contributor and in a leadership capacity guiding and mentoring others.

Even better you may have...
Knowledge of functional safety standards (e.g. ISO 26262).
TRC level 3 driver training or equivalent making you eligible for Ford Tier 3 driver training.
Experience with Driver-in-the-Loop (DIL) simulation.

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!

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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.

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