Altair
Overview
Transforming the Future with Convergence of Simulation and Data OTA Automation Development Engineer – Our client in Allen Park, MI is looking for an OTA Automation Development Engineer. This is a part time contract position.
What You Will Do
On boarding: Laptop, badge, credentials, basic training to support system access started
Serve as a bridge between IT/cloud teams and in-plant operations for OTA software delivery.
Architect and deploy cloud-based OTA pipelines that support concurrent updates across multiple vehicle modules (e.g., ADAS, BCM, PCM, telematics, etc.)
Develop, test, and maintain robust update applications and scripts—packaged as standalone executables or containerized services—that automate version control and validation
Integrate on-premises manufacturing network infrastructure with AWS/Azure/GCP services to enable seamless communication between assembly-line ECUs and cloud update servers
Coordinate with electrical test engineers to schedule in-vehicle or bench-top flashing sessions that align with production milestones and minimize plant downtime
Collaborate with diagnostics and validation teams to define firmware validation criteria and verify update integrity
Monitor real-time telemetry and performance metrics during OTA rollouts, analyze diagnostic logs for error codes (DTCs), and drive continuous improvement of update success rates
Provide in-plant support for troubleshooting update failures, performing partial recoveries, and executing manual recovery procedures when automated processes encounter exceptions
Implement and enforce cybersecurity measures for OTA processes, including secure boot, encrypted firmware delivery, and code signing to comply with industry standards (e.g., ISO 21434, SAE J3061)
Support all FP Meetings and provide status updates
Basics What You Will Need
BS Mechanical Engineering or BS Electrical Engineering (or equivalent) or BBA or Associate Degree
3+ years experience on Ford Motor Company programs
Understanding of GPDS deliverables and basic Ford engineering tools (JIRA / FEDE BOM / WERS / Bill of Material / AIMS / 8Ds / Part Sign-Off / GPIRs / FEDE DVP / Engineering Sign Off / DFMEA / FMA / Six Sigma)
OTA, Cloud Infrastructure, and Programming / Scripting Experience
Experience launching new vehicles on an electrical integration team and working with a Cross-functional team, including in-plant End Of Line (EOL) activity, assembly-line throughput, and safety standards
Familiarity with diagnostics tools, cybersecurity best practices and production-floor constraints is essential to guarantee that OTA processes do not disrupt assembly-line throughput or safety standards
Ability to handle complex and multiple tasks and complicated situations under compressed timing
How You Will Be Successful
Envision the Future
Communicate Honestly and Broadly
Seek Technology and Business “First”
Embrace Diversity and Take Risks
What We Offer
Competitive Salary
Comprehensive Benefit Package
401(k) with matching contributions
Paid Time Off
Employee Discounts
Free training on all Altair products
Why Work With Us Altair is a global technology company providing software and cloud solutions in the area of data analytics, product development, and high-performance computing (HPC). Altair enables organizations in nearly every industry to compete more effectively in a connected world, while creating a more sustainable future. With more than 3,000 engineers, scientists, and creative thinkers in 25 countries, we help solve our customer’s toughest challenges and deliver unparalleled service, helping the innovators innovate, drive better decisions, and turn today’s problems into tomorrow’s opportunities.
Our vision is to transform customer decision making with data analytics, simulation, and high-performance computing. For more than 30 years, we have been helping our customers integrate electronics and controls with mechanical design to expand product value, develop AI, simulation and data-driven digital twins to drive better decisions, and deliver advanced HPC and cloud solutions to support unlimited idea exploration. To learn more, please visit altair.com
Ready to go? #ONLYFORWARD
At our core we are explorers; adventures; pioneers. We are the brains behind some of the world’s most revolutionary innovations and are not only comfortable in new and unchartered waters, we dive headfirst. We are the original trailblazers that make the impossible possible, discovering new solutions to our customer’s toughest challenges.
Altair is an equal opportunity employer. Our backgrounds are diverse, and every member of our global team is critical to our success. Altair’s history demonstrates a belief that empowering each individual authentic voice reinforces a culture that thrives because of the uniqueness among our team.
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Transforming the Future with Convergence of Simulation and Data OTA Automation Development Engineer – Our client in Allen Park, MI is looking for an OTA Automation Development Engineer. This is a part time contract position.
What You Will Do
On boarding: Laptop, badge, credentials, basic training to support system access started
Serve as a bridge between IT/cloud teams and in-plant operations for OTA software delivery.
Architect and deploy cloud-based OTA pipelines that support concurrent updates across multiple vehicle modules (e.g., ADAS, BCM, PCM, telematics, etc.)
Develop, test, and maintain robust update applications and scripts—packaged as standalone executables or containerized services—that automate version control and validation
Integrate on-premises manufacturing network infrastructure with AWS/Azure/GCP services to enable seamless communication between assembly-line ECUs and cloud update servers
Coordinate with electrical test engineers to schedule in-vehicle or bench-top flashing sessions that align with production milestones and minimize plant downtime
Collaborate with diagnostics and validation teams to define firmware validation criteria and verify update integrity
Monitor real-time telemetry and performance metrics during OTA rollouts, analyze diagnostic logs for error codes (DTCs), and drive continuous improvement of update success rates
Provide in-plant support for troubleshooting update failures, performing partial recoveries, and executing manual recovery procedures when automated processes encounter exceptions
Implement and enforce cybersecurity measures for OTA processes, including secure boot, encrypted firmware delivery, and code signing to comply with industry standards (e.g., ISO 21434, SAE J3061)
Support all FP Meetings and provide status updates
Basics What You Will Need
BS Mechanical Engineering or BS Electrical Engineering (or equivalent) or BBA or Associate Degree
3+ years experience on Ford Motor Company programs
Understanding of GPDS deliverables and basic Ford engineering tools (JIRA / FEDE BOM / WERS / Bill of Material / AIMS / 8Ds / Part Sign-Off / GPIRs / FEDE DVP / Engineering Sign Off / DFMEA / FMA / Six Sigma)
OTA, Cloud Infrastructure, and Programming / Scripting Experience
Experience launching new vehicles on an electrical integration team and working with a Cross-functional team, including in-plant End Of Line (EOL) activity, assembly-line throughput, and safety standards
Familiarity with diagnostics tools, cybersecurity best practices and production-floor constraints is essential to guarantee that OTA processes do not disrupt assembly-line throughput or safety standards
Ability to handle complex and multiple tasks and complicated situations under compressed timing
How You Will Be Successful
Envision the Future
Communicate Honestly and Broadly
Seek Technology and Business “First”
Embrace Diversity and Take Risks
What We Offer
Competitive Salary
Comprehensive Benefit Package
401(k) with matching contributions
Paid Time Off
Employee Discounts
Free training on all Altair products
Why Work With Us Altair is a global technology company providing software and cloud solutions in the area of data analytics, product development, and high-performance computing (HPC). Altair enables organizations in nearly every industry to compete more effectively in a connected world, while creating a more sustainable future. With more than 3,000 engineers, scientists, and creative thinkers in 25 countries, we help solve our customer’s toughest challenges and deliver unparalleled service, helping the innovators innovate, drive better decisions, and turn today’s problems into tomorrow’s opportunities.
Our vision is to transform customer decision making with data analytics, simulation, and high-performance computing. For more than 30 years, we have been helping our customers integrate electronics and controls with mechanical design to expand product value, develop AI, simulation and data-driven digital twins to drive better decisions, and deliver advanced HPC and cloud solutions to support unlimited idea exploration. To learn more, please visit altair.com
Ready to go? #ONLYFORWARD
At our core we are explorers; adventures; pioneers. We are the brains behind some of the world’s most revolutionary innovations and are not only comfortable in new and unchartered waters, we dive headfirst. We are the original trailblazers that make the impossible possible, discovering new solutions to our customer’s toughest challenges.
Altair is an equal opportunity employer. Our backgrounds are diverse, and every member of our global team is critical to our success. Altair’s history demonstrates a belief that empowering each individual authentic voice reinforces a culture that thrives because of the uniqueness among our team.
Note on Role Status Job postings may be updated or closed; this description reflects the role as listed at the time of posting.
Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Altair by 2x
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Allen Park, MI .
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