Maria Merlo

Features, Systems and Software Integration @Ford Motor Company

Working in Features, Systems and SW Integration for forward model programs all electrical components and features as DAT (iACC/LKA/AEB/TJA/ BlueCruise), BLIS, Multimedia, switches, Body security, driver information, safety, connectivity etc. Gas, xHeV & EV. Milestones delivery for multi-region programs. • Supported successfully launches internationally in America, Europe and Asia. • Leading completion of deliverables to reach milestones • Supported breadboard builds successfully • Supporting build events through part procurement on time, and troubleshooting. • Leading problem resolution during builds • Led Validation plan and status • Leading completion of DVP & R of electrical commodities with D&R engineers and reporting status to Upper Management • Leading approval of change requests with Chief Program Engineer, and business case elaboration. • Supported sourcing on electrical commodities (from Planning to 3EC Quote) and reported status to Upper Management • Collaboration with multiple organization teams: Finance, Marketing, Engineering, STA, Manufacturing, suppliers, etc. • Supporting marketing alignment with Program content • Reported Financial Waterfall and Costs to Direction during early milestones.