General Motors

Senior System and System Safety Engineer - Vehicle Dynamics State Estimation (GPSSC)

General Motors • $110K — $130K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Mathematics, Computer Science, Physics, or related field.
  • 5+ years of relevant engineering experience, ideally in systems engineering or functional safety.
  • Experience developing or integrating embedded control systems.
  • Familiarity with ISO 26262 or other functional safety standards (IEC 61508, IEC 62304, DO-178C).
  • Valid driver's license to operate test vehicles as required.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the definition and completion of the VDSE system safety case for GM vehicle programs.
  • Define functional and performance requirements in collaboration with cross-functional teams.
  • Employ analysis techniques including hazard analysis and FMEA.
  • Support execution of new requirements and ensure alignment across organizations.
  • Guide confirmation of requirements through analysis, simulation, and physical testing.
  • Utilize model-based systems engineering techniques for improved design quality.
  • Serve as the subject matter expert for VDSE, influencing technology direction and issue resolution.

Benefits

  • Hybrid work model with flexibility in location.
  • Opportunity to work on cutting-edge vehicle dynamics technology.
  • Direct impact on vehicle safety and performance.
  • Collaboration with cross-functional teams in a dynamic environment.
  • Access to advanced tools and methodologies in systems engineering.
Full Job Description
Role Type Hybrid: This role is categorized as hybrid. This means the successful candidate is expected to report to either the Milford Proving Grounds OR the Global Technical Center three (3) times per week, at minimum. The Role Join the innovative and high-impact Planar Motion Coordination team within Global Systems Engineering, Safety, and Validation as a Senior System and System Safety Engineer. Our team defines and delivers the Vehicle Dynamics State Estimation and Vehicle Dynamics Motion Control systems that shape how every GM vehicle performs on the road. In this multi-disciplined role, you will own the Vehicle Dynamics State Estimation (VDSE) System functional safety deliverables and support system design and requirement definition. VDSE is a foundational technology that fuses sensor data to calculate the vehicle's dynamic state (reference velocity, accelerations, tire forces, and more), even in the presence of faults. This system enables a wide range of advanced control features across GM's global portfolio. Your work will directly impact vehicle safety and support GM's vision of Zero Crashes, Zero Emissions, and Zero Congestion. What You'll Do • Lead the definition and completion of the VDSE system safety case for GM vehicle programs. • Define functional and performance requirements in collaboration with cross-functional engineering and product teams. • Employ varied analysis techniques including hazard analysis, fault tree analysis, interface analysis, failure mode and effects analysis (FMEA), and more. • Support execution of new requirements and cascading roll-down to impacted organizations, ensuring alignment and traceability. • Guide confirmation of requirements through analysis, simulation, and physical testing (including HIL benches and vehicles). • Utilize model-based systems engineering techniques to improve traceability, design quality, and variant management. • Serve as the corporation's subject matter expert for VDSE, influencing technology direction, integration strategies, and issue resolution. What You'll Need (Required Qualifications) • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Mathematics, Computer Science, Physics or related field of study. • 5+ years of relevant engineering experience, ideally in systems engineering or functional safety. • Experience developing or integrating embedded control systems. • Familiarity with ISO 26262 or other functional safety standards such as IEC 61508, IEC 62304, or DO-178C. • Valid driver's license with the ability to operate test vehicles as required. What Will Give You a Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications) • Experience in developing vehicle dynamics related products such as braking, steering, suspension, etc. • Experience developing vehicle dynamics state estimation systems, controls architecture, or software. • Experience owning an automotive functional safety case through a complete lifecycle. • Understanding of distributed and networked real-time control systems. GM does not provide immigration-related sponsorship for this role. Do not apply for this role if you will need GM immigration sponsorship now or in the future. This includes direct company sponsorship, entry of GM as the immigration employer of record on a government form, and any work authorization requiring a written submission or other immigration support from the company (e.g., H1-B, OPT, STEM OPT, CPT, TN, J-1, etc).This role is categorized as hybrid. This means the selected candidate is expected to report to a specific location at least 3 times a week {or other frequency dictated by their manager}.The selected candidate will be required to travel

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General Motors Company engages in the manufacture and sale of cars and trucks in the United States, China, Brazil, Germany, the United Kingdom, Canada, and Italy. It offers sedans, crossovers, sport utility vehicles, pick-up trucks, coupes, sports/convertibles and hybrid vehicles, hatchbacks/wagons, and vans, as well as mini cars in India. The company also provides parts and accessories, such as iPod and MP3 compatibility, mobility accessories, performance parts, AC parts and services, and merchandise. In addition, it offers vehicle safety, security, and information services. The company provides used vehicles. It offers its products through dealers and distributors. General Motors Company was formerly known as NGMCO, Inc. and changed its name to General Motors Company in July 2009. The company was incorporated in 2009 and is based in Detroit, Michigan. It operates manufacturing facilities in India, the United States, and Canada. General Motors Company operates as a subsidiary of the United States Department of The Treasury. General Motors led global vehicle sales for 77 consecutive years from 1931 through 2007, longer than any other automaker, and is currently among the world's largest automakers by vehicle unit sales. General Motors acts in most countries outside the USA via wholly-owned subsidiaries but operates in China through 10 joint ventures. GM's OnStar subsidiary provides vehicle safety, security, and information services. In 2009, General Motors shed several brands, closing Saturn, Pontiac, and Hummer, and emerged from a government-backed Chapter 11 reorganization. In 2010, GM made an initial public offering IPOs to date and returned to profitability later that year.

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1908
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