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Director, Functional Safety Design at Ford Global Career Site

, , United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

07 Jan, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

09 Oct, 25

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Functional Safety, Systems Engineering, Software Engineering, ISO 26262, Safety Analysis, Safety Case Development, Requirements Compliance, Leadership, Collaboration, Communication, Strategic Thinking, Cybersecurity, SOTIF, Embedded Software Development, Autonomous Systems, Electric Vehicles, ADAS

Industry

Motor Vehicle Manufacturing

Description

Work with component software teams and outside suppliers as necessary to further elicit requirements Develop and mentor a team of functional safety experts, fostering technical excellence and leadership within the organization. Ensure that safety activities are well-documented and traceable to meet compliance and audit requirements. Established and active employee resource groups 12+ years of engineering experience in the automotive industry, with a strong focus on functional safety, systems engineering, or software engineering. Deep expertise in ISO 26262 Functional Safety, including safety analysis, safety case development, requirements and compliance strategies. Proven leadership experience in setting standards, defining processes, and driving organizational change. Strong ability to influence and collaborate with senior executives, directors, and engineering teams. Experience working with cross-functional teams to integrate safety into complex software and hardware systems. Exceptional communication and strategic thinking skills, with the ability to translate safety requirements into business objectives. Track record of successfully managing and growing a high-performing functional safety team. Experience with cybersecurity (ISO 21434), Swedish Standard (SS 7740), SOTIF (ISO 21448) and safety-critical embedded software development. Strong understanding of regulatory frameworks and global automotive safety standards. Experience working with autonomous systems, electric vehicles, or advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS). Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire.

Responsibilities

The Director of Functional Safety Design will work with component software teams and outside suppliers to elicit requirements and ensure safety activities are well-documented. They will also develop and mentor a team of functional safety experts, fostering technical excellence within the organization.