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Vice President, Verification & Validation

Novi, MI💼 Full-time🗓 2026-09-01 → 2026-09-26

Core

Lead the transformation of verification and validation from document-centric processes to an AI-enabled, model-based continuous validation ecosystem for electric vehicles and rugged SUVs.

Role type

VP of Verification & Validation (Strategic Leadership)

Builds

Software-defined vehicle (SDV) validation platforms, digital twins, and continuous validation pipelines.

Domain

Automotive Engineering / Electric Vehicles / Model-Based Systems Engineering

Deliverable

production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis

Required skills

MBSE, SysML v2, digital thread, digital twin, continuous validation, virtual verification, simulation environments, test automation, requirements traceability, AI-enabled validation, fleet data analytics, GenAI for test review, ISO 26262, SOTIF, safety case development, cross-functional leadership, strategic roadmap planning.

Preferred skills

Experience with Harvester range extender powertrain, cloud-based simulation infrastructure, machine learning for defect prediction.

Technologies

SysML v2, Digital Twins, CI/CD pipelines, HiL/SiL/MiL, GenAI, Fleet Telemetry

Responsibilities

Define enterprise V&V strategy, build high-performing V&V organization, establish validation frameworks, partner with systems engineering and product teams, drive adoption of AI and MBSE, ensure compliance with safety standards, manage resources and budgets, communicate with executive leadership.

Seniority

VP, Strategic Leadership & Organization Building

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