Chassis Controls Software Application Design and Release Engineer

Job ID

65670

Location

Dearborn, Michigan

Category

PD Operations and Quality

Overview

At Ford, you’ll work on ideas that matter, alongside passionate people who want to make a global impact. Together, we’re shaping the next era of transportation - grounded in purpose, driven by progress. Make your move.

Job Type: Full time

Work Type: Hybrid

Where Safety Meets Next-Gen Software. Help Us Redefine Vehicle Dynamics for the Electric Era.

At Ford, braking is no longer just about stopping a vehicle - it's the foundation of regenerative braking for our cutting-edge EVs, the backbone of active safety for our advanced Driver Assist Technologies (like BlueCruise), and a critical node in our Software-Defined Vehicle architecture.

As a Chassis Controls Software Application Design and Release Engineer, you won't just write or manage code - you'll be the architect bridging the gap between sophisticated software algorithms and physical vehicle dynamics. Your work will show up on the road every single day, keeping millions of drivers safe while delivering the exhilarating driving experience Ford is known for.

Join the Ford Product Development team, where Design Thinking and User Experience methods drive us to deliver breakthrough products that delight our customers and define tomorrow's transportation.

Why This Role Is Different.

High Visibility, High Impact This is a pivotal role on a quality-driven team where your decisions directly influence vehicle launches, over-the-air (OTA) software updates, and advanced vehicle safety systems used by millions of drivers.

A Culture of Growth Work under supportive leadership that prioritizes your career trajectory, encourages technical curiosity, and gives you the autonomy to solve complex engineering challenges - with the backing of one of the world's most iconic automakers.

At the Center of Innovation Collaborate across disciplines with prototype vehicles, Hardware-in-the-Loop (HiL) simulators, and global suppliers to bring new technologies from concept to production.

Are You Ready to Lead?

You'll lead the application of both in-house and supplier software for sophisticated electronic brake and/or steering systems - owning the software from concept, through validation, to the customer's driveway.

What You'll Do

Own Software & Calibration Delivery - Manage timing, coordination with vehicle builds, OTA software updates, and change management processes.

Guide Suppliers - Lead supplier partners through the Ford Global Product Development System (GPDS).

Support Driver Assist Features - Contribute to the software enabling Ford's advanced driver assistance systems.

Deliver Work Packages - Execute the software change management process, including release documentation, functional validation, and OTA updates.

Enable Network Communication - Implement cross-module network communication (OTA, CS, MA, E2E, PARSED, etc.).

Diagnose & Resolve - Investigate Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) issues, including Quality Early Detection (QED).

Support Documentation & Testing - Contribute to service manual development, Breadboard/HiL issue resolution and software updates, and prototype vehicle builds (root-cause analysis, flashing software, etc.).

Release with Rigor - Publish diagnostics specifications and ensure compliance to Central SW requirements.

Lead Technical Reviews - Drive SW Technical Design Reviews (TDRs) that shape the future of chassis software.

Support Production - Assist assembly plant End-of-Line (EOL) setup and issue resolution.

Work in Agile - Learn and participate in SW AGILE processes.

Shape Requirements - Support Chassis Controls requirement development.

Innovate the Toolchain - Evaluate new software development toolchains and processes.

You'll have...

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or Computer Science or equivalent combination of relevant education and experience.

5+ years of experience with design or development in embedded systems development

2+ years of experience in requirements management

Even better, you may have...

Experience with FMEA and related quality assurance processes

5+ years of experience with design or development in Chassis or Powertrain controls

Familiarity with vehicle network communication (e.g. CAN, etc.)

Familiarity with Ford embedded software requirements

Self-starter who can learn to use new tools and find solutions – ability to resolve vehicle problems

Outstanding leadership and communication skills

Experience in supplier management and cost negotiation

Motivation to bring new technologies from concept to production in a short time period

Familiarity with digital and analog data acquisition systems

Awareness of and/or experience with ISO 26262

Experience with sophisticated system analysis tools and methods

Experience with controls modeling (e.g. Matlab/Simulink, Stateflow, SysML, etc.)

Experience with HIL simulation and testing

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 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 Year’s Day

Paid time off and the option to purchase additional vacation time.

This position is a range of salary grades 6-8 and ranges from $83,280 - 190,500.

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

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Candidates for positions with Ford Motor Company must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire.

This position is hybrid. Candidates who are in commuting distance to a Ford hub location may be required to be onsite four or more days per week. #LI-Hybrid

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Change the world with your ideas.

Speak up. We’re listening. At Ford, we believe the right ideas, and the people behind them, can move an entire industry. Here, you'll work with teams who value your voice, push bold ideas forward, and leave a mark that lasts.

Support designed to go the distance.

From day one, Ford invests in you with medical benefits built to help you plan for what’s next. You’ll also get support for you and your family that meets you at every step, so you can move forward with confidence.

Health and Wellness

Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, mental health, and unique wellness perks keep you and your family supported every step of the way.

Financial and Retirement Programs

Build a strong financial future with robust retirement contributions, savings programs, and free personalized financial planning tools.

Flexible Vacation and Holidays

Enjoy your time away from work with generous vacation, holidays, and flexible family leave designed to help you balance life and work with ease.

Vehicle Discount Program

The best thing about building great products is driving them! The second-best thing: sharing your discount with family and friends so they can drive them, too.

Family Growth and Support

Grow your family confidently with fertility, surrogacy, and adoption assistance, paid parental leave, and a supportive new-parent ramp-up program.

Additional Programs

Enjoy unexpected extras like pet insurance, legal services, identity protection, and access to convenient health and wellness services.