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Aptiv

Product Systems Engineer

Troy, MI

Aptiv's advanced safety and user experience business unit is dedicated to creating innovative solutions that enhance the safety and convenience of vehicle systems. As a Product Systems Engineer, you will play a critical role in designing and developing cutting-edge software systems that enable Aptiv's advanced safety and user experience solutions.

If you are looking for an exciting opportunity to work on innovative software solutions that improve the safety and convenience of vehicle systems, we encourage you to apply for this Senior Software Engineer position within Aptiv's advanced safety and user experience business unit.

Your Role

At Aptiv, we are dedicated to developing innovative solutions that make transportation safer, greener, and more connected. Our System Engineer is responsible for the analysis of Customer Requests on SYS.1 level. In SYS.2 this employ will specify and describe the Use Cases and the Functions, as Product System Requirements (in the Product Definition Document - PDD). In your daily job you will be:

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  • Reassuring, that all Stakeholder Requests (scope of the work requested by customer) is clearly defined
  • Responsible that all needed Customer specifications and customer specific requirements for the product are collected and maintained
  • Responsible for the analysis of the system:

    • Defines the System Functions and allocates the System Elements to build up the Functional Architecture
    • Identifies and creates the Use Cases (End-to-end functions) of the system, product or platform
    • Refines Use Cases to identify System Functions
  • Responsible for the consistent documentation of Uses Cases and System Functions in the PDD:

    • Specifies Uses Cases and is responsible for the completeness towards Stakeholder Requirements and establishes traceability, verification criteria and responsibilities
    • Specifies System Functions and is responsible for the completeness towards Stakeholder Requirements and establishes traceability, verification criteria and responsibilities
    • Specifies non-functional product requirements, process and project execution requirements, requirements for test and validation, requirements for manufacturing
  • Coordinates and aligns system requirements with all affected competencies and ensures review of system requirements and clarification of resulting issues
  • Clarifies open questions with customer with support from Product System Function Owner
  • Participates in Program Increment Planning, System check out tests, System Demos and RetrospectivesProvides oversight and foster Built-In Quality

Your Background

Key ingredients for succeeding in this role are your:

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering discipline (computer science, software, or related field of study)
  • 5 years of work experience in Automotive Industry or Consumer Electronics
  • Familiar with Embedded system designs
  • Interpersonal skills, strong analytical skills, strong problem-solving abilities, and a positive approach to challenge

Why join us?

  • You can grow at Aptiv. Aptiv provides an inclusive work environment where all individuals can grow and develop, regardless of gender, ethnicity or beliefs.
  • You can have an impact. Safety is a core Aptiv value; we want a safer world for us and our children, one with: Zero fatalities, Zero injuries, Zero accidents.
  • You have support. We ensure you have the resources and support you need to take care of your family and your physical and mental health with a competitive health insurance package.

Your Benefits at Aptiv:

  • Private health care effective day 1 of employment
  • Life and accident insurance
  • Hybrid and flexible working hours
  • Paid Time Off (Holidays, Vacation, Designated time off, Parental leave)
  • Relocation assistance may be available
  • Learning and development opportunities
  • Discount programs with various manufacturers and retailers
  • Recognition for innovation and excellence
  • Opportunities to give back to the community
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Adoption Assistance
  • Fertility Coverage

Apply today, and together let's change tomorrow!

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Aptiv is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Client-provided location(s): Troy, MI, USA
Job ID: Aptiv-J000664468
Employment Type: Other

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Pet Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • FSA
    • FSA With Employer Contribution
    • HSA
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • Mental Health Benefits
  • Parental Benefits

    • Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Fertility Benefits
    • Adoption Assistance Program
    • Family Support Resources
    • Adoption Leave
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Remote Work Opportunities
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Commuter Benefits Program
    • Casual Dress
    • On-Site Cafeteria
    • Holiday Events
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • 401(K)
    • Performance Bonus
    • Relocation Assistance
    • Financial Counseling
  • Professional Development

    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Learning and Development Stipend
    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
    • Shadowing Opportunities
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Lunch and Learns
    • Internship Program
    • Work Visa Sponsorship
    • Leadership Training Program
    • Associate or Rotational Training Program
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program