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JD- Feature Owner to lead the definition, development, and delivery of next-generation Infotainment and Connectivity features. In this role, you will act as the bridge between product management, engineering, and validation teams. You will own the entire lifecycle of high-impact connected features—specifically Wi-Fi Hotspot, Connected Navigation, and Connected Voice Assistants/Online Voice Services—ensuring a seamless, intuitive, and cutting-edge user experience from concept to production. Minimum 3–6 years of experience as a Feature Owner, Product Owner, or Systems Engineer in Automotive Infotainment or Connected Car domains.
Position Overview
Ford is seeking an experienced Infotainment Feature Owner to lead systems-level engineering for infotainment features across the vehicle lineup — from early concept development through production launch. This role serves as the primary technical owner responsible for feature definition, cross-module integration, and lifecycle management for current and future Ford and Lincoln vehicle programs.
Key Responsibilities
Feature Development & Lifecycle Management
- Lead end-to-end development of new infotainment features at the systems engineering level, from early concept through production, including feature upgrade and migration planning.
- Serve as lead feature owner engineer across all future model vehicle programs.
- Coordinate development of distributed features (electrical and mechanical) spanning all Ford and Lincoln vehicles.
Systems Architecture & Integration
- Develop high-level network, wiring, and power distribution topologies, schematics, and block diagrams.
- Allocate features and functions across electronic modules and subsystems to meet cost, quality, and performance targets.
- Review existing system designs to identify opportunities for cost reduction or quality improvement.
Documentation & Functional Safety
- Develop feature specifications, quality documentation (Quality History, Parameter Diagrams, Feature FMEA), and verification plans.
- Develop item definitions, conduct HARA (Hazard Analysis and Risk Assessment), and define system goals, functional safety, and technical safety requirements in compliance with the ISO 26262 standard.
- Create and manage CAN signal definitions, including transmitter/receiver identification, data rates, frequency, and enumerations.
Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Partner with program teams, core engineers, and functional groups to balance competing requirements and deliver optimized solutions.
- Engage cross-functional teams — including UX, HMI, Connectivity, and Marketing — to guide feature development with a strong focus on customer experience.
- Build and maintain relationships with the supply base to stay current on emerging technologies and implementation opportunities.
Required Skills & Experience
- Electrical ECU design and development
- Feature/function development and ownership
- CAN diagnostics and signal creation
- Familiarity with ISO 26262 functional safety standards and processes
- Strong cross-functional collaboration and communication skills
- Experience with network architecture, wiring, and power distribution design
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