Joseph Kowalski
About Joseph Kowalski
Joseph Kowalski is a Quality Assurance Manager specializing in Safety & Mission Assurance at Torc Robotics, where he has worked since 2021. He has over three decades of experience in engineering and management roles across various companies, including Ford Motor Company, HARMAN International, and Visteon Corporation.
Current Role at Torc Robotics
Joseph Kowalski serves as the Quality Assurance Manager for Safety & Mission Assurance at Torc Robotics. He has held this position since 2021, contributing to the company's commitment to safety and reliability in autonomous vehicle technology. His role involves overseeing quality assurance processes to ensure that safety standards are met in all aspects of mission assurance.
Previous Experience at HARMAN International
Prior to his current role, Kowalski worked at HARMAN International from 2017 to 2021. He held two positions during his tenure, first as a Senior Software APQP Engineer and later as a Software Validation Manager. His work focused on advanced product quality planning and software validation, enhancing the quality of software products within the automotive sector.
Career Background in Automotive Engineering
Kowalski has extensive experience in the automotive industry, having worked at several major companies. His career includes positions at Ford Motor Company, where he served as a Product Design Engineer and Powertrain Embedded Software Manager. He also worked at Chrysler Group LLC as an Embedded Software Process Improvement/Program Manager and at Visteon Corporation in various engineering management roles.
Educational Background in Electrical Engineering
Joseph Kowalski earned a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree in Electrical Engineering from Kettering University. His studies spanned from 1980 to 1985, providing him with a solid foundation in engineering principles that have supported his career in the automotive and technology sectors.
Professional Experience Overview
Throughout his career, Kowalski has accumulated over three decades of experience in engineering and management roles. His positions have included Engineering Manager at Altia, Inc., Software Development Manager at Visteon Corporation, and various engineering roles at Ford Motor Company and General Motors. This diverse experience has equipped him with a comprehensive understanding of quality assurance and software development in the automotive industry.