Sr. Manager Device and Vehicle Controls

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Job Posting Title

Sr. Manager Device and Vehicle Controls

Job Description Summary

Provides direction and leadership to software managers and engineers to build a best-in-class and innovative global software engineering team. The development process and practices must continually improve to increase rigor while evaluating alternative methods for the proper program pace while containing cost. Involvement and review of program planning, technical solutions, and risk mitigation are also expected. Strong people skills are required as interaction with Engineering Directors, Program Management, Business Area Managers, and company leadership is expected.

Job Description

• Oversees reviews of product development projects; directs and balances resources where needed to ensure all projects proceed as planned.
• Creates a roadmap for algorithm development to control various mechatronic systems and their effect on vehicle dynamics and controls.
• Delivers technical presentations to various stakeholders and participates in various additional technical reviews throughout the product development cycle.
• Proficient in Simulink, Control theories for device and vehicle and automotive product development lifecycle are must-haves.
• Serve as the AAM global leader for Software & Controls products and processes.
• Provide oversight for a global team of engineers including recruiting and motivating the Software & Controls team, leading the execution of technology development into innovative products, managing the performance of direct reports, and providing mentorship to direct reports.
• Ensure software development, validation, and delivery are according to ISO26262 and ASPICE process guidelines.
• Provides technical leadership in and management of engineering tools, product licenses, etc. including usage, training, and efficient utilization by the team.
• Assure the accuracy, clarity, internal integrity, consistency, and timeliness of all technical information submitted.
• Provide regular updates/reports to senior management.
• Work closely with relevant functional areas to achieve overall product development success (operations/manufacturing and quality, marketing and sales, customer service, project management, global customers, finance, and technical support).
• Work with developers to create a maintainable and extensible product architecture.
• Provide interpretation, guidance, and strategies on technologies and methodologies affecting product approvals, development, and continued product compliance.
• Assessing and evaluating new and existing technologies that are opportunities or threats to AAM.
• Ensure software development is to all AUTOSAR standards.
• Ensure reusability of many software components across multiple platforms.
  
  

Required Skills And Education

• BS in Engineering (Electrical, Software, or Computer Science) plus 10 years or MS plus 7 years of professional experience of which 3 years of experience managing a Software team.
• Proficiency with developing and or integrating AUTOSAR-compliant software that adheres to secure coding principles.
• Proficiency with automotive communication, CAN, CANFD, Flex Ray, and Ethernet and Cybersecurity.
• Strong Understanding of Industry Software & tools such as MISRA, IBM DOORS NG, etc.
• 5 years of experience working with automotive OEM's including projects with Cybersecurity and embedded systems.
• Experience with execution of projects at various functional safety (ISO26262) levels with defined Software development processes including Agile development methodologies and projects assessed at ASPICE levels above 2.
  
  

About AAM

As a leading global Tier 1 Automotive and Mobility Supplier, AAM designs, engineers and manufactures Driveline and Metal Forming technologies to support electric, hybrid and internal combustion vehicles. Headquartered in Detroit with over 80 facilities in 18 countries, we are Bringing the Future Faster for a safer and more sustainable tomorrow. To learn more, visit AAM.com.

Why Join #TeamAAM:

As a member of #TeamAAM, you’ll get to make a difference on day one. From your first day with us, you’ll have the opportunity to grow, embrace challenges, build your skills, and bring your authentic self to work every day, all while helping to shape the future of mobility for AAM…and the world.

AAM will not discriminate against any Associate or applicant for employment because of age, race, color, gender, religion, weight, height, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic history or information, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, national origin, or other characteristic protected by law. AAM will take affirmative action to ensure that applicants are employed, and that Associates are treated equally during employment, without regard to their age, race, color, gender, religion, weight, height, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic history or information, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, national origin, or other characteristic protected by law. For the Disabled Job Seeker: We offer reasonable accommodations for qualified disabled individuals who are applicants for employment. To request assistance or accommodations, please e-mail TalentAcquisition@aam.com. AAM is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.