Ford is pioneering the future of safe, seamless, and scalable automated driving. As the Technical Program Manager (TPM) for BlueCruise & Situational Awareness, you will own the end-to-end delivery of one Ford’s most well known hands-free driver assistance system features. This is a high-impact Individual Contributor role where you will facilitate program strategy, orchestrate cross-domain development and integration, and drive execution across Systems, Software, and Verification & Validation (V&V). You will serve as the technical thread connecting the end-to-end system, while actively managing critical dependencies with partner domains.
ResponsibilitiesWhat you'll do...
End-to-End OwnershipDefine and maintain the delivery roadmap for BlueCruise and Situational Awareness features from concept through post-launch releases and field monitoring.
Align roadmaps to critical Platform & Program deliverables, Supplier software integration and validation timelines, and internal develpoment gates
Drive solutions to cross-functional, cross-domain risks and dependencies within Ford and with supplier partners.
Proactively identify integration risks, negotiate trade-offs, and escalate blockers with clear technical context and recommended paths forward.
Present technical development status, risks, and recommendations to senior ADAS, Platform, and Program leadership
Own delivery and health metrics and drive corrective actions with data-backed rationale
Serve as the technical integrator across the BlueCruise stack
Partner with Systems Engineering teams to ensure requirements traceability, architecture alignment, and interfaces are mature and delivered on-time with quality
Drive V&V strategy across HIL, breadboards, and benches to support with key roadmap delivery
Coordinate with Software Engineering and Supplier partners to manage release strategy and content
Act as the single point for BlueCruise and Situational Awareness delivery status, risks, and roadmap decisions.
Translate complex technical trade-offs into clear, actionable insights for engineering leads, platform/program leaders, and cross-functional partners.
Foster a culture of safety, retrospective driven action, and continuous improvement across the delivery ecosystem.
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or related technical field
8+ years of Technical Program/Project Management experience in automotive, ADAS, robotics, or complex embedded software systems
Proven track record managing end-to-end delivery of safety-critical systems across systems engineering, software development, and V&V
Deep understanding of ADAS architecture, sensor fusion, perception/prediction pipelines, and vehicle control interfaces
Experience managing cross-functional dependencies across mechanical, electrical, and software domains without direct authority
Strong command of Systems and Software delivery frameworks; experience with Jira and Confluence
Exceptional analytical, systems thinking, and executive communication skills
Master of Engineering, Computer Science, or related technical field
Direct experience with BlueCruise, Super Cruise, comparable SAE Level 2/2+ hands-free systems, or Level 3/4 systems
Hands-on exposure to Powertrain and Motion Control integration for ADAS control loops
Knowledge of SOTIF (ISO 21448), Cybersecurity (ISO 21434), and Functional Safety (ISO 26262)
Experience leading program transformation, metrics-driven delivery, or scaling engineering teams in fast-paced tech/automotive environments
You may not check every box, or your experience may look a little different from what we've outlined, but if you think you can bring value to Ford Motor Company, we encourage you to apply!
As an established global company, we offer the benefit of choice. You can choose what your Ford future will look like: will your story span the globe, or keep you close to home? Will your career be a deep dive into what you love, or a series of new teams and new skills? Will you be a leader, a changemaker, a technical expert, a culture builder…or all of the above? No matter what you choose, we offer a work life that works for you, including:
• 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.
For more information on salary and benefits, click here: https://fordcareers.co/GSR
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.
This position is hybrid. Candidates are required to be onsite four or more days per week.
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Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or related technical field
- 8+ years of Technical Program/Project Management experience in automotive, ADAS, robotics, or complex embedded software systems
- Proven track record managing end-to-end delivery of safety-critical systems across systems engineering, software development, and V&V
- Deep understanding of ADAS architecture, sensor fusion, perception/prediction pipelines, and vehicle control interfaces
- Experience managing cross-functional dependencies across mechanical, electrical, and software domains without direct authority
- Strong command of Systems and Software delivery frameworks; experience with Jira and Confluence
- Exceptional analytical, systems thinking, and executive communication skills
- Must be legally authorized to work in the United States (visa sponsorship not available)
- Hybrid onsite requirement: candidates required to be onsite four or more days per week
- Master's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or related technical field
- Direct experience with BlueCruise, Super Cruise, comparable SAE Level 2/2+ hands-free systems, or Level 3/4 systems
- Hands-on exposure to Powertrain and Motion Control integration for ADAS control loops
- Knowledge of SOTIF (ISO 21448), Cybersecurity (ISO 21434), and Functional Safety (ISO 26262)
- Experience leading program transformation, metrics-driven delivery, or scaling engineering teams
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Pay Growth & Progression — The 2023 UAW–Ford agreement delivered immediate raises, restored cost-of-living adjustments, and accelerated progression to top rates for many hourly roles. These changes improved earnings trajectories compared with pre-2023 levels.
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Healthcare Strength — Hourly employees retained very low employee cost-sharing under the 2023–2028 UAW–Ford agreement, and salaried materials describe comprehensive day‑one medical, dental, and prescription coverage. Mental-health support and family‑building benefits add depth to the overall health package.
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Retirement Support — U.S. salaried roles feature a notable 401(k) contribution and match structure, and post‑2023 updates increased retirement contributions for many UAW‑represented employees. Together these elements strengthen long‑term financial security.
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