Senior Manager, Autonomy Hardware Systems Engineering

In this role, you will:

• Work with Systems Engineering Toolchains: Proficient in requirements management and traceability tools (e.g., JAMA, DOORS, Polarion).
• Lead System Architecture & Integration: Strong technical understanding of integrating complex compute platforms, high-speed networking (Automotive Ethernet), and multi-modal sensor suites.
• Manage VnV Lifecycle Management: Ability to own the outcome of the system, ensuring comprehensive test coverage from component to system level. Experience executing sensor test frameworks that incorporate metrics from downstream SW algorithms.
• Work in Cross-Functional Leadership: Exceptional skill in navigating matrixed environments, distinguishing between component, subsystem, and system responsibilities, and driving consensus across HW, SW, and Safety teams.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in Hardware Systems Engineering within complex, safety-critical industries (Automotive, Robotics, Aerospace).
• 5+ years of people management experience, specifically managing other managers or team leads.
• Demonstrated success in defining and executing the Systems Engineering V-Model, with a track record of connecting high-level product requirements to concrete engineering specifications.
• Experience managing system validation strategies, system integration testing, and closing the loop on field/test regressions.
• Proven ability to create and organize engineering workflows to drive organizational clarity.

Bonus Qualifications

• Simulation & Modeling: Exposure to 3D simulation environments and Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) workflows.
• Functional Safety Knowledge: Familiarity with ISO 26262 and SOTIF standards.
• Automotive Testing Methodologies: Familiarity with automotive test standards.