Senior Product Engineer - Aerospace and Defense

Aptiv•Troy, MI

4d•Onsite

About The Position

SENIOR PRODUCT ENGINEER-AEROSPACE AND DEFENSE Important Company Update – Please Read Before Applying. On January 22, 2025, Aptiv announced its decision to separate its EDS division to form two separate independent companies: https://www.automotiveworld.com/news-releases/aptiv-announces-intention-to-separate-its-electrical-distribution-systems-business/ This role is within the EDS segment, and you will be joining that segment as it becomes its own entity, with a rich heritage and proven track record as a global leader in low and high voltage power and signal distribution systems. Our solutions are central to enabling the next generation of electrified, automated, and connected vehicles, and we are committed to innovation, sustainability, and engineering excellence. We are looking for talented individuals who are excited by the opportunity to help shape the future of EDS and delivering industry-leading solutions to the world’s top automotive manufacturers. Why join Aptiv? You'll have the opportunity to work on cutting-edge applications, develop breakthrough technologies, and deliver innovative solutions to some of the world’s leading automotive brands. See your work come to life on the road—helping make mobility safer, greener, and more connected. Ready to shape the future of mobility with us? YOUR ROLE This position is a part of our Electrical Distribution Systems’ business unit in its adjacent market space. You will have the opportunity to develop new wiring products and implement technical solutions while supporting customer quotes and design transfers to the production team(s). Lead design and development of electrified products and electrical distribution system solutions for Aerospace/Defense industry Leverage our organizations’ products into technical solution proposals for new business opportunities Lead implementation of the latest technologies into our product designs Coordinate design and change activities for various customers Create manufacturing build documents that will be used for quotations and by our proto-type laboratory to fabricate wiring assemblies based on customer orders and parts needed for validation testing Support proto-type manufacturing build area in the fabrication of parts for customer and internal testing Work with Sales and our Business to ensure business objectives are met, including overall Bill of Materials (BOM) analysis Create and deliver technically strong customer presentations Available to monitor and participate in harness and customer launch activities Ensure compliance with customer specific requirements YOUR BACKGROUND Key skills and competencies for succeeding in this role are: Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering required (Electrical or Mechanical preferred) Minimum of five years’ experience in Aerospace/Defense Experience in wiring systems’ products highly preferred CAD experience preferred Ability to onsite in Troy, MI Must be legally able to work in the United States without requirement of any type of visa sponsorship or transfer now, or at any time in the future 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 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! #LI-CL1 Privacy Notice - Active Candidates: https://www.aptiv.com/privacy-notice-active-candidates 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. Aptiv is a global technology company that develops safer, greener and more connected solutions enabling the future of mobility. Headquartered in Dublin, Aptiv has approximately 180,000+ employees and operates 12 technical centers, as well as manufacturing sites and customer support centers in 44 countries. Visit aptiv.com. Please review Aptiv's privacy policy by following this link: https://www.aptiv.com/privacy-notice

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering required (Electrical or Mechanical preferred)
Minimum of five years’ experience in Aerospace/Defense
Ability to onsite in Troy, MI
Must be legally able to work in the United States without requirement of any type of visa sponsorship or transfer now, or at any time in the future

Nice To Haves

Experience in wiring systems’ products highly preferred
CAD experience preferred

Responsibilities

Lead design and development of electrified products and electrical distribution system solutions for Aerospace/Defense industry
Leverage our organizations’ products into technical solution proposals for new business opportunities
Lead implementation of the latest technologies into our product designs
Coordinate design and change activities for various customers
Create manufacturing build documents that will be used for quotations and by our proto-type laboratory to fabricate wiring assemblies based on customer orders and parts needed for validation testing
Support proto-type manufacturing build area in the fabrication of parts for customer and internal testing
Work with Sales and our Business to ensure business objectives are met, including overall Bill of Materials (BOM) analysis
Create and deliver technically strong customer presentations
Available to monitor and participate in harness and customer launch activities
Ensure compliance with customer specific requirements