Raptor STA Engineer
Core
Lead Supplier Quality Assurance (STA) for Ford Raptor vehicle programs, managing supplier performance, risk mitigation, and validation from launch through production.
Role type
Senior STA Program and Launch Leader
Builds
High-performance Raptor vehicles (Body Exterior, Chassis, Powertrain systems)
Domain
Automotive manufacturing / Performance vehicles
Deliverable
Production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work -> product features (via supplier quality validation)
Required skills
Plant floor manufacturing experience, Supplier Quality Assurance (STA), APQP/PPAP execution, Design Failure Mode analysis, Supplier relationship management, Technical risk assessment
Preferred skills
Master's degree in Engineering
Technologies
Ford STA tools, APQP, PPAP
Responsibilities
Lead STA Program and Launch for Raptor Programs, Assess and mitigate supply/quality risks with supplier partners, Collaborate with engineering teams on Design Failure Mode execution, Utilize STA tools to deliver robust supplier performance across commodities, Advocate for suppliers and uphold Ford behaviors
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC