ADAS Feature System Engineering Manager

Overview

As the Manager for ADAS Feature Systems Engineering, you will spearhead the development and delivery of Ford’s global portfolio of driver‑assist technologies, including Blue Cruise, Pre‑Collision Assist, Visualization, and Trailering features. This leadership role serves as the interface between digital design and technical execution. It requires seamless collaboration with software, validation, safety, and legal teams to ensure every feature is robust, compliant, and intuitively integrated.

By driving technical rigor through the entire System‑V and championing a culture of continuous process improvement and mentorship, you will be instrumental in upskilling the next generation of engineers, delivering safe, high‑quality, delightful experiences to our customers.

• Lead the teams of ADAS Feature System Engineers (FSEs) to deliver features such as Blue Cruise, Pre‑Collision Assist, Camera Views, Low‑Speed Braking, Trailering Features, and more.
• Collaborate with leadership from Product Design and Digital Product Design to refine customer experiences and improve our delivery of new experiences.
• Collaborate with application teams to deliver high‑quality vehicle programs.
• Collaborate with Software and V&V leaders to ensure end‑to‑end implementation and validation of all ADAS Features.
• Drive long‑term quality and robustness improvements into all ADAS Features.
• Engage with Automotive Safety Office (ASO) and Office of General Counsel to ensure compliance of all ADAS Features with applicable regulatory and legal standards as well as internal safety standards.
• Drive all FSEs to decompose stakeholder requirements through the entire vehicle, including down to ADAS software and hardware components.
• Upskill the current team and hire the next generation of engineers and engineering leaders.
• Organize and facilitate design reviews with cross‑carline teams throughout the entire System‑V to ensure the final customer experience is robust, safe, and delightful.
• Drive continuous improvement in processes for the FSE team to improve both speed and quality of deliveries.
• Collaborate with peer system engineering organizations to share best practices for excellence in engineering.
• Ensure on‑time and quality deliveries for Ford’s vehicle portfolio.
• Lead and support investigations using structured problem‑solving methods.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical, Aerospace, Mechanical, Systems, or Computer Engineering or a related field.
• Minimum 5 years of leadership experience.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in ADAS, Aerospace, or Automotive development.
• Minimum 5 years of experience with products in mass production.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in requirement authoring and failure mode avoidance.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in process development for regulated products.

• 10+ years of experience with Systems Engineering, covering Design, Requirements, and Analysis.
• 5+ years of experience with Automotive Product Development Cycles (e.g., Ford’s GPDS).
• 10+ years of experience with ADAS Perception, Sensing, or Controls.
• Experience leading delivery of products across global markets.
• Strong communication skills and ability to influence outside of direct reports.
• Familiarity with global regulatory environment for ADAS features.
• Experience in championing change and influencing indirect organizations.

• Immediate medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage.
• Flexible family care days, paid parental leave, new parent ramp‑up programs, subsidized backup 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.

Visa sponsorship is 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 are required to be on site four or more days per week.