Automotive Validation Engineer Job at Global Connect Technologies, Dearborn, MI

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  • Global Connect Technologies
  • Dearborn, MI

Job Description

Job Title : Automotive OTA Validation Engineer

Location : Dearborn. MI

Duration : Full Time

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Automotive OTA (Over-the-Air) Validation Engineer to validate and ensure the reliability, security, and performance of OTA software update systems across vehicle ECUs and domains. The engineer will be responsible for end-to-end OTA validation including update strategy, failure recovery, cybersecurity compliance, and post-update functional integrity across automotive platforms.

Key Responsibilities

  • Validate OTA software update processes for vehicle ECUs, infotainment, ADAS, powertrain, body, and chassis domains.
  • Perform end-to-end OTA validation including campaign creation, download, install, activation, rollback, and recovery scenarios.
  • Validate delta updates, full image updates, A/B partitioning , and fail-safe mechanisms.
  • Conduct pre- and post-OTA functional validation to ensure no regression or functional impact.
  • Test OTA update scenarios under real-world conditions (network loss, low battery, ignition cycles, vehicle in motion).
  • Validate OTA compliance with automotive cybersecurity standards (ISO 21434, UNECE R155/R156).
  • Work closely with software development, systems, cybersecurity, and cloud/backend teams.
  • Execute HIL, SIL, bench, and vehicle-level OTA testing .
  • Analyze logs, traces, and network traffic to debug OTA failures.
  • Automate OTA validation using scripting tools where applicable.
  • Support release readiness, sign-off, and production OTA campaigns .
  • Create and maintain OTA test plans, test cases, defect reports, and validation documentation.

Required Skills & Qualifications

Technical Skills

  • Strong understanding of Automotive OTA architectures and workflows .
  • Experience validating OTA solutions such as Uptane, SOTA/FOTA , or OEM proprietary frameworks.
  • Hands-on experience with ECU flashing, bootloaders, and update mechanisms .
  • Knowledge of AUTOSAR (Classic/Adaptive) software update concepts.
  • Familiarity with CAN, LIN, FlexRay, Ethernet , and diagnostic protocols ( UDS, DoIP ).
  • Experience with Linux/QNX/RTOS-based systems .
  • OTA validation experience on cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or OEM backends).
  • Ability to analyze logs using tools such as Wireshark, CANoe, CANalyzer , or similar.

Automation & Tools

  • Experience with test automation using Python, Shell scripting, or CI/CD pipelines .
  • Knowledge of HIL tools , test frameworks, and version control (Git).

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience validating OTA updates for ADAS, IVI, or Powertrain ECUs .
  • Knowledge of secure boot, PKI, certificates, encryption, and key management .
  • Familiarity with ASPICE, ISO 26262 , and software validation processes.
  • Prior experience supporting production OTA deployments and field issue resolution.
  • OEM or Tier-1 automotive experience.

Education

  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Electronics, Automotive Engineering , or related field.

Soft Skills

  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Excellent documentation and communication abilities.
  • Ability to work in cross-functional and global teams.
  • High attention to detail and quality-oriented mindset.

Job Tags

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