Yousif Elia

Macomb, Michigan

Overview 

Yousif Elia is a Deputy Chief Engineer at General Dynamics Land Systems, with a background in system design engineering and validation engineering at companies like Magneti Marelli. He has demonstrated expertise in bookkeeping, product development, and customer satisfaction throughout his career, highlighting his strong technical skills and leadership capabilities in the engineering industry.

Work Experience 

  • Deputy Chief Engineer

    2024 - Current

  • System Design Engineer

    2021 - 2024

    Develop technical requirements, verification plans and methods at system/sub-system level. Monitor and maintain the integrity of product structure, system architecture, requirements and compliance through the product cycle process. Ensure engineering design activities align with systems engineering (SE) principles and are compliant with IPS. Perform testing of various functions in diagnostics, tactical, and C4ISR modes in a simulated environment as well as on the target vehicle (Abrams SEPv2, SEPv3, SEPv3-P/A). Develop Interface Control Documents to align with the GDLS standards. Experience with the development of review of program milestone documentation such as RTM, RCM, PIPFS, DVP&R, SSDD.

  • Validation Engineer

    2019 - 2021

    Marelli | Auburn Hills, MI 2019 – Present Software/Hardware – Infotainment/Telematics Validation Engineer Develop test plans and execute them using various tools (CANoe and CANalayzer). Generate test reports with logs and explanations regarding failure. Use TELEMOTIVE to collect data and report to FCA Jira. Assemble and dissemble head units and TBM for radio and GPS connections. Proxy using Chrysler Diagnostic Application (CDA6). Updating Software using Renesase/CDA. Validate DTCs for varios projects in the fault memory using CAN bus/CDA. ● FTM (Fleet Telematics Module) - Created a configuration tracker for the FTM Flashing. Developed a new file for OTA parameters from FCA for full validation. Bench/vehicle as well as full validation for every new Software. Validated 4G, 3G and 2G connections using diagnostic tools. ● TBM2H (Telematics Box Module) - Front lead in handling customer (FCA) inquires and requests. Validate important functions of the module such as Ecall/Bcall, remote operation, listen mode, hardware validation, create CSR, read/write SNs and mac addresses, test connectivity as well as Network management. ● Clusters ( MPMY21 MCA/Prem/MID) - Bootloader testing, creating DVR using canoe Diva and analyzing all test cases results

  • Manager / Technician

    2014 - 2019

    Observe cell phone operation to diagnose and troubleshoot problems promptly and professionally. Introduce multiple new repair ideas for implementation into the company. Build lasting relationships with key individuals by listening attentively, resolving problems creatively, and using tact and diplomacy to achieve desirable outcomes. Open, disassemble, repair, and reassemble units when done.  Skyrocketed sales from 200 phones monthly to 350 phones.  Boosted accessory sales from $6K to $8K.

  • Production Specialist, bookkeeping.

    2011 - 2014

    Established a chart of accounts by developing a system accounting for financial transaction. Devised innovative ways to gather and analyze data. Recorded and maintained a journal of results and current data information. Uploaded software information to the handles for driver use.  Recognized as Employer of the Month six times during tenure.

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