Audio Systems Lead Engineer

In this position...

Lead the development and delivery of best-in-class (BIC) performance for branded and non-branded audio systems. Work closely with Ford audio component engineers and cross-functional teams-including vehicle program, electrical, software, acoustics, design, purchasing, quality, and manufacturing partners-to align system requirements, resolve integration challenges, and deliver a cohesive in-vehicle listening experience.

Serve as the central point of coordination between internal Ford teams and suppliers, translating customer and program needs into clear technical direction. Guide audio system development from concept through validation and launch, facilitating design reviews, managing issues and trade-offs, and keeping stakeholders aligned on performance, quality, cost, and timing objectives. Collaborate with suppliers to assess proposed solutions, track deliverables, and ensure the final audio system meets Ford's technical and program requirements.

Lead the development and delivery of best-in-class (BIC) audio performance across branded and non-branded audio systems. Partner closely with audio component engineers, cross-functional Ford teams, and suppliers to define system requirements, resolve technical challenges, and ensure audio system performance meets program, quality, cost, and timing objectives. Drive collaboration from concept through validation and launch, balancing acoustic performance, integration, and customer experience.

What you'll do...

• Lead structured problem resolution for DEMS, VOCF, and FCPA audit issues, using SIMPSN and 8D disciplines to identify root causes, coordinate corrective actions, and verify effective closure.
• Use CAN tools to flash audio-system DSPs and diagnose system interactions. Capture and analyze CAN logs, learn message structures, and identify critical CAN messaging to support integration and troubleshooting.
• Deliver audio-system commitments to program GPDS milestones, including commercial sourcing (TO4), packaging support, device transmittals, subsystem compatibility, quality and reliability documentation, component and vehicle DV, prototype build support, and software and EQ releases.
• Support prototype builds across BB, DCV, TT, PP, MP1, and MP2 phases, coordinating issue resolution and ensuring audio-system readiness at each milestone.
• Conduct vehicle-level DV and oversee testing led by audio SMEs, including thermal and acoustic validation. Track results, address gaps, and coordinate follow-up actions.
• Partner closely with the Core Team to develop, review, and resolve specification issues and concerns, aligning technical decisions with program requirements and timing.

What you'll do...

• Lead structured problem resolution for DEMS, VOCF, and FCPA audit issues, using SIMPSN and 8D disciplines to identify root causes, coordinate corrective actions, and verify effective closure.
• Use CAN tools to flash audio-system DSPs and diagnose system interactions. Capture and analyze CAN logs, learn message structures, and identify critical CAN messaging to support integration and troubleshooting.
• Deliver audio-system commitments to program GPDS milestones, including commercial sourcing (TO4), packaging support, device transmittals, subsystem compatibility, quality and reliability documentation, component and vehicle DV, prototype build support, and software and EQ releases.
• Support prototype builds across BB, DCV, TT, PP, MP1, and MP2 phases, coordinating issue resolution and ensuring audio-system readiness at each milestone.
• Conduct vehicle-level DV and oversee testing led by audio SMEs, including thermal and acoustic validation. Track results, address gaps, and coordinate follow-up actions.
• Partner closely with the Core Team to develop, review, and resolve specification issues and concerns, aligning technical decisions with program requirements and timing.