<p>We made history and now we work to transform the future - for our customers, our communities and our families. You'll see your work on the road every day, helping people move freely and pursue their dreams. At Ford, you can build more than vehicles. Come build what matters.</p> <p>Product Development uses design thinking & user experience methods to deliver breakthrough products and services that delight our customers. We bring innovative, exciting, and sustainable ideas to life.?We have opportunities around the world for you to contribute to advancements in autonomy, electrification, smart mobility technologies, and more!</p> <p>Ford is seeking a Technical Specialist to lead the foundational development of a re-envisioned Systems Engineering (SE) architecture within our Powertrain Calibration and Controls organization. This role focuses on the development of engine, transmission, and electrified vehicle control systems. The successful candidate will lead the establishment of new systems engineering frameworks from the ground floor, prioritizing rigorous systems engineering principles and Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) methodologies. This position requires a deep technical background in systems engineering, experience with complex software-controlled electromechanical systems, and the ability to drive process change across multi-disciplinary teams.</p> <p>Technical Specialist - Systems Engineering - Propulsion Control Systems</p> <p>In this position...</p> <ul> <li>Architectural Development: Lead the definition and implementation of new systems engineering architectures specifically for powertrain systems, including engine, transmission, and electrified vehicle control systems. </li><li>Process Standards: Contribute to global policies, procedures, and process documentation for MBSE and systems engineering within the powertrain domain. </li><li>Technical Design Reviews: Lead Technical Design Reviews (TDRs) for complex systems and system-level modeling, and drive technical discussions to balanced conclusions. </li><li>Technical Subject Matter Expert: Serve as the primary technical lead for resolving complex systems engineering challenges in architecting, development, and detailed design. </li><li>MBSE Oversight: Provide oversight within the propulsion controls and calibration area for the creation and maintenance of Core MBSE artifacts, including modeling standards and Requirements/Test Procedures. </li></ul> <p>What you'll do...</p> <ul> <li>Cross-Functional Integration: Collaborate with global technical specialists and attribute teams to ensure powertrain controls and calibration are integrated with software, hardware, and electrical architectures. </li><li>Mentorship and Training: Coach and train the engineering workforce on systems engineering standards and "systems thinking" principles. </li><li>Continuous Improvement: Identify and introduce new technologies and tools, such as AI and advanced CAE, to optimize the systems engineering process. </li><li>Industry Compliance: Drive alignment with the industry standards, including INCOSE and ISO 15288:2023. </li></ul> <p>In this position...</p> <ul> <li>Architectural Development: Lead the definition and implementation of new systems engineering architectures specifically for powertrain systems, including engine, transmission, and electrified vehicle control systems. </li><li>Process Standards: Contribute to global policies, procedures, and process documentation for MBSE and systems engineering within the powertrain domain. </li><li>Technical Design Reviews: Lead Technical Design Reviews (TDRs) for complex systems and system-level modeling, and drive technical discussions to balanced conclusions. </li><li>Technical Subject Matter Expert: Serve as the primary technical lead for resolving complex systems engineering challenges in architecting, development, and detailed design. </li><li>MBSE Oversight: Provide oversight within the propulsion controls and calibration area for the creation and maintenance of Core MBSE artifacts, including modeling standards and Requirements/Test Procedures. </li></ul> <p>What you'll do...</p> <ul> <li>Cross-Functional Integration: Collaborate with global technical specialists and attribute teams to ensure powertrain controls and calibration are integrated with software, hardware, and electrical architectures. </li><li>Mentorship and Training: Coach and train the engineering workforce on systems engineering standards and "systems thinking" principles. </li><li>Continuous Improvement: Identify and introduce new technologies and tools, such as AI and advanced CAE, to optimize the systems engineering process. </li><li>Industry Compliance: Drive alignment with the industry standards, including INCOSE and ISO 15288:2023. </li></ul>