Vehicle Dynamics Program Supervisor

Description

Lead the delivery of vehicle dynamics attributes for Ford and Lincoln programs while building the tools and processes that make our team more efficient and more effective.

Manage a team of engineers and partner across Vehicle Engineering and other functions including body chassis controls systems and software to deliver confident consistent ride handling steering feel and brake control performance.

Responsibilities

Champion a culture that ensures a motivated fulfilled and high-performing Vehicle Dynamics team.

Own the delivery of ride handling steering and brake controls from initial target setting through sign-off across multiple programs.

Direct virtual development (e.g. CarSim / Adams) to guide designs early in architecture process.

Utilize a combination of driver-in-the-loop simulation methods and prototype testing to optimize component specifications for vehicle attributes.

Communicate status risks and clear recommendations to leadership.

Create and improve methods and processes that drive both quality and efficiency.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications :

Bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.

5 years experience leading managing and mentoring a large team.

Deep understanding of Vehicle Dynamics first principles related to ride handling steering and braking.

Experience leveraging Driver-in-the-Loop (DIL) simulators for vehicle dynamics development and validation

Proficiency with multi-body dynamics and parametric simulation tools (e.g. Adams CarSim) to conduct trade-off studies and guide architecture development.

High-Level drivers training and vehicle subjective evaluation experience at a Tier 3 or higher level. Experience with limit off-road and / or circuit.

Proven experience tuning and optimizing vehicle dynamics systems including suspensions steering systems brakes and tires to meet specific attribute targets.

Fundamental understanding of modern chassis controls systems.

Demonstrated ability to manage multiple complex assignments simultaneously.

Preferred Qualifications :

Masters degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.

Calibration experience with chassis control systems such as Electric Power Steering (EPAS) ABS / ESC brake controls and / or semi-active damping systems.

Experience developing or utilizing Hardware-in-the-loop benches for chassis component or controls validation.

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 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.

For more information on salary and benefits click here : position is a range of salary grades LL6 .

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

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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 #LI-DK01

Required Experience :

Manager

Key Skills

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Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1