Chassis Software Integration Manager at Ford Global Career Site

Palo Alto, California, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

05 Jan, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

07 Oct, 25

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Yes

Skills

Chassis Software Integration, Controls Engineering, Systems Engineering, Debugging, Root Cause Analysis, ECU Software Management, Calibration Processes, Functional Safety, ISO 26262, ASPICE, FMVSS, Automotive Tools, CAN Protocol, UDS Protocol, DoIP Protocol, Vector CANoe

Industry

Motor Vehicle Manufacturing

Description

Build and lead the Chassis Integration Team: software integration engineers, calibration engineers, and test specialists. Own the integration and validation of all chassis-related ECUs (brakes, steering, EPB, TPMS, trailer brakes, stability control). Define chassis software integration strategy, including regression loops, pre-merge/post-merge test plans, and release sign-off. Manage prototype vehicle usage for chassis testing, working closely with vehicle-level integration and fleet operations teams. Drive debug and root cause investigations for chassis-related software/hardware issues. Collaborate with suppliers to manage ECU software releases, diagnostics, and interface definitions. Partner with domain calibration teams to ensure vehicle attributes (brake feel, steering response, stability performance) are achieved. Ensure compliance with functional safety (ISO 26262) and validation standards (ASPICE, FMVSS, etc.). Develop and report on chassis software maturity metrics to leadership. Mentor and coach engineers, fostering growth and cross-functional collaboration. Support proving ground, winter test, and internal vehicle demo campaigns. Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Computer Engineering, or related field. 8-12 years of experience in chassis software integration, controls, or systems engineering, with at least 3+ years in a leadership role. Strong technical understanding of chassis control systems (brakes, steering, EPB, TPMS, stability control). Experience with prototype vehicle bring-up, software flashing, and diagnostics. Proficiency with automotive tools and protocols (CAN, UDS, DoIP, Vector CANoe/CANalyzer/CANape). Familiar with calibration processes and vehicle-level attributes tuning for chassis systems. Working knowledge of ISO 26262, ASPICE, and FMVSS requirements. Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, prototype-heavy environment. Willingness to travel to proving grounds and supplier sites. 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. For more information on salary and benefits, click here: https://fordcareers.co/LL6SP4 Visa sponsorship is available for this position. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire.

Responsibilities

Build and lead the Chassis Integration Team, overseeing the integration and validation of all chassis-related ECUs. Collaborate with suppliers and domain calibration teams to ensure compliance with safety and validation standards.