Lead Software and Controls Engineer – GM Defense
Location
Milford, MI
Job Type
Full-time
Category
other-general
Posted
June 24, 2026
**Job Description**
**The Role**
GM Defense is moving fast to deliver advanced mobility solutions for government markets. We are seeking a highly capable Lead Software & Controls Engineer to design, develop, and implement custom embedded control algorithms, and drive architectural software decisions. This position will support both vehicle and non-vehicle applications across our unique portfolio.
Reporting to the EGM of Electrical Systems, Controls, and Software (ESCS) team, you will be hands-on in writing code and integrating requirements specific to GM Defense platforms while providing technical leadership. This is a fast-paced role where you will operate with a high level of independent judgment to immediately impact compressed-timeline programs—such as developing in-house controls solutions (like custom Vehicle Interface Modules) and optimizing system performance across complex electrical architectures.
**What You'll Do**
+ Serve as the ...
**The Role**
GM Defense is moving fast to deliver advanced mobility solutions for government markets. We are seeking a highly capable Lead Software & Controls Engineer to design, develop, and implement custom embedded control algorithms, and drive architectural software decisions. This position will support both vehicle and non-vehicle applications across our unique portfolio.
Reporting to the EGM of Electrical Systems, Controls, and Software (ESCS) team, you will be hands-on in writing code and integrating requirements specific to GM Defense platforms while providing technical leadership. This is a fast-paced role where you will operate with a high level of independent judgment to immediately impact compressed-timeline programs—such as developing in-house controls solutions (like custom Vehicle Interface Modules) and optimizing system performance across complex electrical architectures.
**What You'll Do**
+ Serve as the ...