Hardware Readiness Owner · Ford Motor Company

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 12:15:04 GMT
Engineering

Ford Motor Company · Dearborn · $63,480-162,120 · hybrid

Job Description

We are forming a new capability to integrate Ford’s FNV3.X next-generation electrical architecture into test platforms,starting with electrical breadboards and test benches that represent the full vehicle electrical ecosystem (ECUs, harnesses, switches, lamps, and high-voltage content).

This role is not about hands-on assembly. It’s about building the system that makes assembly,and testing,possible. You will operate at the intersection of engineering intent and lab execution, removing friction so the VISE teams can build, power on, and iterate faster. There isn’t a fully defined playbook yet, which is exactly why this role matters: you will help create it.

Responsibilities

Own Hardware Readiness for Breadboards & Test Properties

Serve as the single point of contact and accountability for hardware readiness across electrical breadboards and benches supporting FNV3.X integration.

Translate engineering needs into an executable readiness plan, ensuring builds are unblocked and testable on time.

Lead BOM Validation and Buildable Content Definition

Own BOM validation with D&R and software/feature engineering, ensuring content is complete, accurate, and aligned to test intent.

Proactively drive closure on common failure modes, especially parts not matching FEDEBOM part numbers, by asking the right questions early and forcing alignment before orders/builds proceed.

Identify and drive decisions on surrogate parts, alternates, quantities, maturity, and constraints to keep builds moving without losing intent.

Drive Parts Ordering, Approvals, and Tracking (GPIRS)

Lead part ordering through GPIRS, pushing requests through approvals and coordinating with Purchasing/partners to prevent schedule slips.

Track ordered hardware through delivery to MRD, and update systems/status to maintain a single source of readiness truth.

Create and Operationalize a Hardware Readiness Gate

Establish and run a hardware readiness gate (cadence, checklist, and escalation paths) to ensure hardware, BOMs, and ordering status are aligned before builds begin.

Build lightweight visibility tools (readiness trackers, shortage/risk lists, action logs) to drive fast decisions and keep stakeholders aligned.

Cross-Functional Execution in a High-Change Environment

Partner closely with engineering teams and VISE lab build teams to manage shifting priorities while protecting release timing.

Communicate clearly and early when tradeoffs are required; escalate blockers with options, not just problems.

Qualifications

You’ll Have...

HS Diploma or equivalent experience

2+ years of experience in Ford Engineering, prototype builds, PMT, Program Management, Platform Integration, or hardware readiness/launch-style execution roles.

Strong capability in BOM management and BOM validation, including driving alignment meetings and resolving mismatches across teams.

Demonstrated strength in coordination and execution: organizing ambiguous inputs into an actionable plan, tracking actions to closure, and maintaining schedule discipline.

Ability to operate effectively in ambiguity and shifting scope, while keeping partners aligned and outcomes predictable.

Even Better, You May Have...

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field; or a combination of education and experience

Experience with Ford systems and data flow such as GPIRS, FEDE, WERS, and Teamcenter (or demonstrated ability to learn quickly).

Familiarity with lab build/test environments (breadboards, benches, VISE/HIL adjacency) and what “test-ready” looks like in practice.

Exposure to high-voltage architectures; HV certification is a plus.

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.

Salary

This position is a salary grade 5 to salary grade 8 and ranges from $63,480-162,120.

Final determination of salary grade will be based on candidate's skills and experience, and base salary will be set within the applicable range according to job scope, responsibility and competitive market value.

For more information on salary and benefits, click here: https://fordcareers.co/GSR

Visa Sponsorship

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Candidates for positions with Ford Motor Company must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire.