Senior Engineer, Vehicle Access Systems

Job Build your brand. Tell your story. Take advantage of a rare opportunity to start from the ground up and build something great. We are looking for technology game changers to lead Stellantis into a fundamental transformation within the automotive industry. Technology is going to disrupt the automotive industry significantly in the next decade, and our organization is seeking high-potential candidates to transform the company with a focus on the customer experience. Lead the design/development of the following Vehicle Access devices/systems: * RF receiver modules, RF transmitter key fob, ignition start/stop button, tire pressure monitoring systems, digital key systems * Validate the interfaces with other vehicle components * Utilize system design approaches to meet and improve the functional requirements of Vehicle Access systems * Interface with Tier-1 suppliers to track program timing and deliverables * Support module validation for assigned hardware and software * Support manufacturing builds at both supplier facilities and Stellantis vehicle assembly plants * Meet all vehicle program milestones and conduct all release processes within Stellantis related to the component and its interface within the vehicle Regulatory / Certifications: * Support the Vehicle Development team with certifications and compliance for owned components CAD/Packaging: * Support the module development teams in packaging their modules with multiple vehicle lines * Locate modules in the vehicle, understand and communicate conflicts to module engineers & vehicle designers Basic Qualifications: * Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related discipline * 5 years of experience in Vehicle Access component development & releasing * Must have experience with product development of passive entry, passive start, Digital Key Systems, Remote Key Entry (RKE) and tire pressure monitoring systems * Experience in CAN, LIN, Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE), NFC, and Ultra-Wideband (UWB) technologies * Vector CAN tools (CANalyzer or CANoe) related to CAN/CAN-FD vehicle bus networking protocols * Reading and interpreting Electrical Engineering schematics and system level block diagrams * Experience with vehicle level validation * Reviewing software code and test methods/reports Preferred Qualifications: * Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or related discipline * 10 years of experience in Vehicle Access systems and component development & release * Familiarity with encryption algorithms, secure key management, and authentication protocols * Understanding of ISO/SAE 21434 and related automotive cybersecurity standards * Identifying the gaps that reduce system cost, varying from component to process systems * Proven track record in RF design and secure communication systems * Knowledge of digital key ecosystems and smartphone integration. * Familiarity with functional safety and cybersecurity frameworks

Created: 2026-04-02