Forward Model Quality Engineer

Ford Motor Company

Forward Model Quality Infotainment Engineer protecting Ford vehicle ownership experiences. Driving FMEA, data analysis, and corrective actions for electrical, infotainment, and connectivity systems.

Posted 9/10/2026full-timeDearborn • Missouri • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $84,480 - $162,120 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in quality engineering for electrical and infotainment systems, with a strong focus on problem-solving methodologies, data analysis, and cross-functional collaboration. Proficient in utilizing AI-powered tools and industry-standard documentation practices to enhance product reliability and customer satisfaction.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Electrical Engineering DegreeAutomotive Quality Engineering ExperienceFMEA/DFMEA MethodologyAI-Powered Analytics ToolsCross-Functional Team Leadership

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Hard Skills

Change Point AnalysisRoot-Cause Problem SolvingVerification/Validation PlanningData AnalysisLow-Voltage Electrical Distribution SystemsHigh-Voltage Electrical Distribution SystemsProduct Reliability PlanningModel-Based Systems EngineeringQuality Control ProcessesDocumentation Reviews

Soft Skills

Strong Communication SkillsAnalytical SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsInfluencing Outcomes

Tools & Technologies

JiraJama ConnectFord Engineering Design EnvironmentGlobal System for Analytics and ReportingMagicDrawAI-Assisted DFMEA Review Tools

Certifications & Qualifications

Six Sigma Green BeltSix Sigma Black Belt

Industry Keywords

AutomotiveElectrical HardwareEmbedded SoftwareWarranty AnalyticsProduct Development ProcessDesign Verification PlanCustomer SatisfactionInfotainment SystemsConnectivity SystemsQuality History

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AndroidAssembly

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as the quality champion for electrical, infotainment, and connectivity systems on future vehicle programs
Identify potential failures before they reach customers
Conduct Change Point Analysis (CPA)
Work with Product Development and full-service suppliers to ensure proper FMA documentation, including Boundary Diagrams, P-Diagrams, quality history, reliability checklists (RCLs), and SCCAFs
Partner with design engineers, program management, suppliers, and problem-solving teams on root-cause investigations
Drive corrective actions to closure, confirm fix plans, and help develop Prevent-Recurrence Actions
Audit program quality deliverables against Global Product Development Process (GPDS) milestones, Design Verification Plan and Report (DVP&R) documentation, and launch readiness criteria
Analyze quality, warranty, and customer satisfaction data using AI-powered analytics tools and enterprise warranty/reporting systems
Identify trends and prioritize risk areas
Use AI-assisted tools, Jira, Jama Connect, and internal engineering requirements systems to improve documentation reviews and cross-team collaboration
Build product robustness from the earliest stages of design
Collaborate with engineers, suppliers, and problem-solving specialists across Ford

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Systems Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related discipline — or equivalent practical experience
3 to 5+ years of experience in automotive or electronics quality engineering
Exposure to electrical hardware and/or embedded software systems
Experience applying Problem Solving methods
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
Working knowledge of FMEA/DFMEA methodology
Knowledge of root-cause problem-solving techniques such as 5-Why analysis
Knowledge of verification/validation planning
Familiarity with or willingness to quickly learn requirements management, issue tracking, engineering design, and warranty analytics tools
Ability to use or learn Jira, Jama Connect, Ford Engineering Design Environment (FEDE), Global System for Analytics and Reporting (GSAR), MagicDraw, AI-assisted DFMEA review tools, and enterprise data/reporting systems
Ability to pull and analyze relevant data, partner with product engineering teams, and support preventive actions and resolution plans
Familiarity with Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) practices
Ability to lead or coordinate cross-functional teams and influence outcomes without formal authority
Legally authorized to work in the United States
Experience with Android Automotive, CarPlay, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, or USB is advantageous
Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification is advantageous
Experience with AI-assisted engineering documentation and review tools is advantageous
5+ years of dedicated Low-Voltage and/or High-Voltage Electrical Distribution Systems experience is advantageous
Experience defining, planning, and executing product reliability plans is advantageous
Familiarity with automotive manufacturing assembly and quality control processes is advantageous
Experience leading cross-functional teams and presenting technical status updates during Management Reviews is advantageous

Benefits

Comp & perks

Immediate medical, dental, and prescription drug coverage
Flexible family care, parental leave, new parent ramp-up programs, and subsidized back-up childcare
Family building benefits including adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement and fertility treatments
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
Generous schedule of paid holidays, including the week between Christmas and New Year’s Day
Paid time off and option to purchase additional vacation time
Hybrid work arrangement