Senior Systems Safety Engineer
Senior Systems Safety Engineer
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Who We Are:
PowerLight was cofounded by our CTO Tom Nugent and Dr. Jordin T. Kare to change how the world distributes power. Out team has set numerous world records for beaming power over light and won two NASA project awards. We are the first to develop a viable technology platform that demonstrates the safe longdistance delivery of electric power and were now developing products to meet the Kilowatts over Kilometers needs of multiple industries looking beyond 19thcentury copper wire solutions.
At PowerLight Technologies we look for people who have three distinct characteristics: they are humble hungry and smart (not just in their area of expertise but in common sense about people). All of these attributes are exhibited by the most successful members of our team wrapped in real niceness and regard for others.
We value academic chops (especially for this position) people who are unfazed by equations analysis technical papers and mastering something completely new. Our culture is one of urgency accountability and teamwork with a healthy sense of fun and a passion for science. We show up prepared engage in healthy debate embrace deadlines and make sure that our workplace feels energizing.
We hire handson tinkerers who love to make things work and we give them a fantastic lab in which to explore ideas. In some cases our technical contributors have previously invented products and have even launched their own successful companies. Successful team members are undeterred by extremely challenging firstoftheirkind problems to solve. They experiment failandlearn quickly and lock in the mastery of their explorations.
We hire professionals who know their craft: those that can design boards assemblies optical chains code and processes with an eye toward successful fieldready nicely documented products and systems.
PowerLight is building laser power beaming solutions to transform the way energy is delivered. From the depths of the ocean to craters on the moon our team of applied scientists engineers and technicians are bringing science fiction to reality.
A career here means you will interact with the worlds leading experts in laser power beaming. Join our team bring your skills experiences and determination to help us make a dent in the universe. Together well revolutionize energy distribution.
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Job Description:
As a Senior Systems Safety Engineer you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the safety of our nextgeneration complex multidisciplinary laser power beaming systems. Your responsibilities will include the modeling analysis optimization and design of safety features through a novel safetybased approach for both freespace power beaming systems and poweroverfiber systems. This role requires a deep understanding of failure characteristics of system components as well as expertise in formal system safety design and assessment methodologies.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead ongoing safety Concept of Operations and requirements development in a model based environment for advanced high energy laser power beaming systems.
- Multidisciplinary Design Analysis:
- Collaborate and contribute across teams to analyze the design of complex systems spanning multiple disciplines including mechanical and electronic hardware optics and software.
- Assess potential safety risks associated with various design elements and propose mitigating solutions.
- Perform safety analyses based on knowledge of standards such as ISO 26262 and MILSTD882E.
- Optimization of Safety Features:
- Develop and implement strategies to optimize safety features within the system architecture including algorithms sensing layers and components.
- Collaborate with design and engineering teams to integrate safety considerations seamlessly into designs.
- Novel SafetyBased Approach:
- Innovate and propose novel approaches to enhance the safety of systems incorporating the latest industry best practices and emerging technologies.
- Develop and propose hazard mitigation techniques.
- Stay abreast of advancements in safety engineering and integrate relevant methodologies into the design process. Influence evolving standards for laser power beaming safety. Participate in standards organizations and industry alliances.
- Hazard and Failure Analysis:
- Conduct indepth analysis of failure characteristics of system components to identify potential failure modes and their impact on overall system safety.
- Collaborate with reliability engineers to develop strategies for minimizing the likelihood of failures.
- Ability to develop and perform HAZOP FMECA FTA and other related methods.
- Safety Assessment:
- Lead and conduct safety assessments and audits to evaluate performance of systems.
- Generate safety reports and documentation providing clear and comprehensive insights into potential risks and recommended mitigations.
- Collaboration and Communication:
- Work closely with colleagues on crossfunctional teams including engineering and quality assurance to ensure a cohesive and integrated approach to system safety. Facilitate discussions and progress toward addressing safety issues. Manage functional safety programs and activities.
- Prepare detailed documentation including safety analysis reports feature tracking hazard identification and more.
- Communicate effectively with stakeholders presenting safety analyses and recommendations in a clear and understandable manner.
Qualifications:
- Bachelors or higher degree in Engineering physics or a related field. Masters or PhD preferred.
- Proven experience in systems safety engineering with a focus on multidisciplinary design analysis optimization and modeling.
- Strong analytical and problemsolving skills.
- Ability to develop and implement a System Safety Program Plan.
- Familiarity with IEC 61508 ISO 26262 SAE ARP4761 MILSTD882E and other safety related standards and ability to evaluate designed systems in accordance with industry standards and regulations related to system safety laser safety and range safety.
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
Preferred Skills:
- Experience in safetycritical industries such as aerospace automotive or medical devices.
- Knowledge of software tools used in safety analysis and modeling.
This role requires a combination of technical expertise creativity and effective communication to drive the development of reliable and safe systems. The Senior Systems Safety Engineer will be at the forefront of ensuring that safety considerations continue to be integral to our design and development processes.
Benefits
- 401Kand HSA options
- Comprehensive medical dental & vision benefits
- Additional voluntary benefits offered
- Flexible paid time off program and paid holidays
- TeleDoc and Employee assistance programs
- Inoffice gym and locker rooms plus Green River Trail access right outside the office doors
- Snacks/beverages
- Community giving programs and events
- Access to some of the coolest technology on/off the planet
Contact us at or on our website: https://powerlighttech.
Required Experience:
Senior IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
