DESCRIPTION/RESPONSIBILITIES:
Ford's Product Creation Processes and associated technologies are positioned as key enablers to sustain and enhance the Company's leading competitive position in the automotive industry.
The C3P IT platform is among the tools and technologies that form the foundation of Ford's Product Creation Processes and are those slated to form the basis of the Ford Engineering Design Environment (FEDE) program.
This combined platform will provide a comprehensive set of Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) tools and technologies, improving end-user productivity, reducing time to market, and improving quality of vehicle designs.
The current position of Software Quality Lead will lead Quality Assurance Test staff in coordinating and/or participating in creating test suite, test plan and execution for PLM development projects while advocating quality and productivity.
This is a challenging position working in a fast paced, high-visibility environment, with the opportunity to lead teams with cross-daily cross-functional interactions.
Position Duties:
· Lead Ford C3P IT Quality Assurance Test team of 15 people in supporting creation and management of C3P test suites working with cross functional IT and business teams.
· Closely work with Ford Quality Center of Excellence team and align with corporate processes and strategies.
· Responsible for creating fully functional test plans and execution by delegating assignments to team members that will insure solid test coverage is being addressed.
Responsible for setting goals, establishing effective team processes, plans and schedules, closely monitoring execution, driving issue resolution and accepting the responsibility for ensuring successful achievement and continuously improving team knowledge, skills and abilities, processes and tools to effectively execute.
· Maintaining an effective working relationship with management team members, acting as a Quality Advisor in the achievement of corporate goals.
· Ensuring adequate workflow documentation, procedures, standards, and controls are in place and followed for Promotions and Withdrawals of changes and enhancements from the Integration test environment to the Production environment.
· Drive cost effectiveness through use of automation techniques and process improvements.
The distance between imagination and …. Creation. It can be measured in years of innovation, or in moments of brilliance. And, it can be a road you start traveling right now. When you join Ford Motor Company, your journey begins. You become part of a team that is already leading the way, with ingenious solutions and attainable products - and it is always ready to go further.
At Ford Motor Company, the distance between you and an amazing career has never been shorter. Join the Ford team today, and discover the benefits, rewards and development opportunities you’d expect from a diverse global leader.
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. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
Ford Motor Company is an equal opportunity employer committed to a culturally diverse workforce.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status or protected veteran status. Ford Motor Company also is committed to take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment such persons.
