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 youll 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.

Youll have...

• A Bachelors 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 Masters 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 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 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 Years Day
• Paid time off and the option to purchase additional vacation time.
• This position is a salary grade 8 and ranges from $.

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