Feature Assurance Supervisor

Ford Motor • Dearborn, MI

10h • $112,680 - $212,760 • Hybrid

About The Position

We are the movers of the world and the makers of the future. We get up every day, roll up our sleeves and build a better world -- together. At Ford, we’re all a part of something bigger than ourselves. Are you ready to change the way the world moves? In this position... As the Feature Assurance Supervisor for the Enclosures domain, you will be the primary technical authority and people leader for a team of 4-6 engineers. You will report to the Feature Assurance Manager be responsible for the flawless sign-off, launch and performance of complex mechatronic enclosure features (e.g., Power Tailgates, Multi-Access Tailgates, and 3-Way Split Gates). This role requires deep technical domain expertise as you will provide the final technical feature sign-off within the Enclosures space. You will also act as a critical bridge, connecting your team with Body Closures, Modules, Software Teams, Feature Systems Engineering, V&V and VEV partners.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechatronics Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Systems Engineering.
• 7+ years of experience in automotive engineering, with at least 4 years of deep technical focus on Enclosures or Mechatronic features (Power Closures, Tailgates, or similar electro-mechanical systems).
• 2+ years of experience leading technical teams or acting as a lead engineer with direct mentoring responsibilities.
• Proven ability to troubleshoot complex issues involving vehicle networking (CAN/LIN), electrical distribution, and software/hardware interfaces.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree in Mechatronics, Engineering, or Technical Management.
• Recognized expertise in Body Closures and Enclosure system architecture.
• Proficiency in Ford-specific tools such as WERS, AIMS, eFDVS, Jama, and Jira.
• Experience with Python, C++, Matlab, or MagicDraw for system modeling and automated testing.
• Deep understanding of ISO/SAE standards, APQP, and FMEA processes.
• Exceptional ability to translate complex technical mechatronic data into clear, actionable insights for executive leadership.

Responsibilities

• Technical Leadership & Subject Matter Expertise: Serve as the lead technical expert for the Enclosures domain. Provide deep-dive troubleshooting and guidance for complex "system-of-systems" issues involving the integration of mechanical structures, actuators, and software control logic.
• People Leadership & Development: Lead, mentor, and manage a team of Feature Assurance Engineers. Responsible for administrative tasks, performance reviews, career development, and fostering a culture of "Create Tomorrow" and "Solve Together."
• Cross-Functional Bridge Building: Establish and maintain strong working relationships with key stakeholders, including Body Closures, Modules, Software Teams, Feature Systems Engineering, and V&V/VEV to ensure alignment on requirements and timing.
• Feature Launch Excellence: Oversee the end-to-end assurance process for enclosure features across all Ford and Lincoln programs. Ensure robust DFMEAs, boundary diagrams, and test plans are executed to achieve perfect launches with zero defects.
• Strategic Triage: Lead high-priority triage efforts for enclosure-related defects. Use your deep technical knowledge to drive root-cause analysis and implement permanent corrective actions.
• Process Improvement: Drive continuous improvement in testing methodologies, including "negative" testing and automation (AI/ML), to optimize the feature development lifecycle

Benefits

• Immediate medical, dental, vision and prescription drug coverage
• Flexible family care days, paid parental leave, new parent ramp-up programs, subsidized back-up child care and more
• Family building benefits including adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, fertility treatments, and more
• Vehicle discount program for employees and family members and management leases
• Tuition assistance
• Established and active employee resource groups
• Paid time off for individual and team community service
• A generous schedule of paid holidays, including the week between Christmas and New Year’s Day
• Paid time off and the option to purchase additional vacation time.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees