Sr. Systems Integration Engineer – IVI, OTA & Diagnostics Software
Core
Technical owner for integrating In-Vehicle Infotainment (IVI), Over-the-Air (OTA), connectivity, and diagnostic software into the Ford Louisville Assembly Plant manufacturing environment.
Role type
Senior Systems Integration Engineer (Automotive Manufacturing)
Builds
Vehicle builds with integrated IVI, OTA, and diagnostic capabilities for mass production
Domain
Automotive manufacturing / Embedded systems
Required skills
OTA update architecture, vehicle diagnostic protocols, manufacturing plant floor operations, hardware-software-network troubleshooting, root-cause analysis, cross-functional collaboration, test script development, mentoring
Preferred skills
Android Automotive, QNX, Linux-based IVI platforms, new vehicle launch support, Python/Shell scripting, CI/CD concepts
Technologies
IVI, OTA, Connectivity, Diagnostics, MES, PLC, Android Automotive, QNX, Linux
Responsibilities
Own OTA in manufacturing workflow and coordinate with vehicle software/cloud teams; Manage and troubleshoot IVI connectivity to plant network and cloud diagnostic services; Support and improve diagnostic service for multi-ECU reporting; Lead root-cause investigations for IVI-related issues; Lead implementation of tools and error-proofing methods; Partner with software/cybersecurity/IT teams on manufacturing requirements; Develop manufacturing test scripts and validation procedures; Act as technical escalation point and mentor junior staff; Support launch readiness and issue containment for new model introductions.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC