High-Performance Vehicle Launch Lead

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Allen Park (MI)

On-site

USD 116,000 - 218,000

Full time

5 days ago
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Job summary

Ford Racing is seeking a senior engineering leader to drive DCV builds, launches, and quality plans for both internal and external suppliers, with responsibility for prototype execution and cost/resource metrics. You will lead a multi-disciplinary team across Plant Vehicle Teams, TPS, and supplier support to achieve quality and on-time launches.

The role demands 15+ years in vehicle engineering and a strong problem-solving mindset, with travel to domestic and international sites as needed.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor of Science in Engineering or equivalent required.
  • 15 years experience in product vehicle engineering and plant launches.
  • Demonstrated problem solving skills.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the builds and launch and quality plans for internal and external suppliers to deliver high quality high performance Mustangs.
  • Manage team of engineers covering Plant Vehicle Teams, prototype build and supplier technical assistance.
  • Ensure efficient and timely execution of prototypes for cost and resource metrics.

Skills

Problem solving
Leadership

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering
Master of Science in Engineering

Job description

Ford Racing is seeking a senior engineering leader to drive DCV builds, launches, and quality plans for both internal and external suppliers, with responsibility for prototype execution and cost/resource metrics. You will lead a multi-disciplinary team across Plant Vehicle Teams, TPS, and supplier support to achieve quality and on-time launches.

The role demands 15+ years in vehicle engineering and a strong problem-solving mindset, with travel to domestic and international sites as needed.

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