Core Functional Safety Engineer

What youll do...

• Execute ISO 26262 functional safety activities across global and cross-functional teams (e.g. powertrain infotainment active safety driver assistance).
• Apply Ford functional safety processes methods tools and training to develop safety work products for systems and software.
• Use MBSE/SysML to model system functions interfaces and safety-related behaviors.
• Support development of safety concepts (FSC/TSC) and system architectures.
• Collaborate with research and advanced engineering teams to transition new technologies into production.
• Create clear and compliant technical documentation to support audits reviews and program milestones.
• Work closely with product development quality and manufacturing teams to ensure safety by design.
• Identify and drive continuous improvement in functional safety processes tools and methodologies.
• Contribute to global safety libraries standards and best practices.
• Develop into a subject matter expert and support mentoring within the team.

Youll have...

• Bachelors Degree in Electrical Engineering Systems Engineering Computer Engineering or related field.
• 5 years of experience or knowledge of ISO 26262 functional safety standard.
• 3 years experience with understanding of systems engineering principles and product development lifecycle.
• 3 years experience in automotive systems (e.g. ADAS powertrain infotainment).
• 3 years experience working in cross-functional engineering teams.

• 3 years experience with demonstrating the ability to develop and enhance engineering processes and deliverables through software programming (e.g. Python or similar) including automation data analysis and tool integration.

Even better you may have...

• Experience with MBSE and SysML tools (e.g. MagicDraw Cameo).
• Certification in ISO 26262 / ISO 21448 (SOTIF) / PAS 8800.
• Strong analytical problem-solving and communication skills.
• Experience with global collaboration and agile development environments.

You may not check every box or your experience may look a little different from what weve outlined but if you think you can bring value to Ford Motor Company we encourage you to apply!

As an established global company we offer the benefit of choice. You can choose what your Ford future will look like: will your story span the globe or keep you close to home Will your career be a deep dive into what you love or a series of new teams and new skills Will you be a leader a changemaker a technical expert a culture builderor all of the above No matter what you choose we offer a work life that works for you including:
Immediate medical dental vision and prescription drug coverage
Flexible family care days paid parental leave new parent ramp-up programs subsidized back-up child care and more
Family building benefits including adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement fertility treatments and more
Vehicle discount program for employees and family members and management leases
Tuition assistance
Established and active employee resource groups
Paid time off for individual and team community service
A generous schedule of paid holidays including the week between Christmas and New Years Day
Paid time off and the option to purchase additional vacation time.

This position is a salary grade 7 and ranges from $86600-$144900.
Final determination of salary grade will be based on candidates skills and experience and base salary will be set within the applicable range according to job scope responsibility and competitive market value.

For more information on salary and benefits click here: sponsorship is not available for this position.

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