Description:
The Hardware in the Loop (HiL) Test Engineer supports the product development and system integration processes by developing test procedures for automated execution, implementing tests using Hardware in the Loop equipment, documenting and reviewing execution reports, reporting incidents, and tracking software updates to fix issues. Develops expertise in software test design and has advanced knowledge in vehicle functional partitioning, electrical and communication architectures, Ford's embedded software processes, and the Global Product Development System.
This role requires close collaboration with feature owners, engineering, and suppliers to develop a strong understanding of the vehicle functions and implement appropriate test design strategies for early identification of defects and to provide evidence of defect elimination.
Single point of contact for the test organization and the feature owner, engineering team, and supplier
Manage the test project for the assigned features including integration/definition, scope/coverage, time, communications, and risk
Develop and negotiate the testing scope and statement of work
Support the tradeoff analysis of test requirements vs test environment capabilities to define test scope and instrumentation strategies
Analyze requirements, vehicle components electrical schematics, functional specifications, and FMEA documentation
Design, maintain and execute test procedures in alignment with test design guidelines and strategy
Document test environment, automation, and vehicle variant management requirements
Implement and validate test environment, automation, and vehicle variant management solutions
Develop test procedures to validate the test environment (intake tests)
Analyze test execution results to generate reports, document incidents, and drive them to resolution
Troubleshoot vehicle systems and test environment functionality to minimize false positive incident reports
Implement continuous improvement strategies for test design, management, and execution processes
Skills:
Engineer, validation, test development, simulation, dspace, national instrument
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