Lead Embedded Controls Engineer — Hybrid

GM Defense; Milford Charter Township (MI); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

GM Defense seeks a Lead Software & Controls Engineer to design, develop, and implement embedded control algorithms for vehicle and non-vehicle applications within a fast-paced, government-focused portfolio. Reporting to the ESCS leadership, you will code, integrate requirements, and drive architectural decisions while mentoring the team.

You will lead design and test of complex controls using C, MATLAB, and Simulink, while balancing GM best practices with government specifications.

Qualifications

• BS or MS in Electrical/Mechanical/Aerospace/CS/CE.
• Extensive embedded controls experience (algorithm, software or calibration).
• 5+ years’ experience in C programming, Matlab, and Simulink algorithm development.
• Experience with Agile CI/CD workflows and managing automated build environments.
• Experience with development and test tools such as INCA and Vehicle Spy (VSpy), as well as software build tools (Git/Jenkins).
• Deep familiarity with data logging tools and file formats.
• Ability to legally operate a motor vehicle.
• Candidate must be a U.S. Person (U.S. citizen, U.S. permanent resident, asylee or refugee).

Responsibilities

• Lead design, development, and test of embedded control systems for GM Defense products and other applications.
• Mentor and guide engineering team members; drive software architecture best practices.
• Solve sophisticated technical issues in a fast-paced, start-up-style environment.
• Operate with independence to drive results on critical programs.
• Collaborate across functions to implement custom solutions meeting government specs.

Skills

Embedded controls

C programming

Matlab/Simulink

CI/CD workflows

INCA/Vehicle Spy

Data logging

Motor vehicle operation

U.S. Person

Education

B.S./M.S. in EE/ME/AE/CS/CE

Tools

Git/Jenkins

INCA

Vehicle Spy

Job description

GM Defense seeks a Lead Software & Controls Engineer to design, develop, and implement embedded control algorithms for vehicle and non-vehicle applications within a fast-paced, government-focused portfolio. Reporting to the ESCS leadership, you will code, integrate requirements, and drive architectural decisions while mentoring the team.

You will lead design and test of complex controls using C, MATLAB, and Simulink, while balancing GM best practices with government specifications.