10+ years in Systems Engineering or Functional Safety
Experience in safety-critical sectors like OEM, Aerospace, or Defense
Demonstrated leadership in technical teams
Proven track record with customer and cross-functional relationships
Knowledge of ISO standards and safety analysis methods
Expertise in modern technologies (SDV, ADAS, etc.)
Proficient with engineering tools like DOORS or Jama
Entrepreneurial spirit with a passion for growth
Responsibilities
Develop and expand the Systems Engineering & Functional Safety portfolio
Define organization's growth strategy and technical roadmap
Identify new business opportunities in customer engagements
Lead technical leadership in Systems Engineering projects
Support product development lifecycle from requirements to validation
Mentor and grow high-performing engineering teams
Ensure compliance with industry safety standards
Benefits
Opportunity to shape Systems Engineering & Functional Safety practices
Dynamic environment focused on innovation and collaboration
Mentorship and professional development programs
Involvement with leading OEMs and Tier-1 suppliers
Opportunity to influence business growth strategy
Full Job Description
Job Type
Full-time
Description
We are seeking an engineering leader with strong technical depth, an entrepreneurial mindset, and exceptional customer-facing skills. The ideal candidate combines expertise in Systems Engineering and Functional Safety with the ability to build teams, develop customer relationships, and drive business growth. You are equally comfortable leading technical discussions with engineering teams and presenting strategies, project updates, and solutions to customer and executive stakeholders. You will help build and grow our Systems Engineering & Functional Safety practice while supporting leading OEMs, Tier-1 suppliers, and emerging mobility programs.
Build & Grow the Practice
Develop and expand the Systems Engineering & Functional Safety service portfolio.
Help define the organization's growth strategy, technical roadmap, and future capabilities.
Identify new business opportunities and support strategic customer engagements.
Contribute to business development activities, proposal preparation, statements of work, and project estimation.
Lead Customer Programs
Provide technical leadership for projects involving:
Systems Engineering
Functional Safety
Support customers throughout the product development lifecycle, including:
Requirements Engineering
System Architecture
Integration
Verification & Validation
Safety Engineering
Develop People & Teams
Build, mentor, and grow a high-performing engineering team.
Coach engineers and technical leads.
Foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, technical excellence, and accountability.
Support recruiting and talent development activities.
Ensure Technical Excellence
Lead reviews and approvals of key Functional Safety work products, including:
Item Definition
HARA
FSC
TSC
Safety Requirements
Safety Cases
Ensure compliance with industry standards such as:
ISO 26262
ISO 21448 (SOTIF)
ASPICE
ISO/SAE 21434
IEC 61508
Requirements
10+ years of experience in Systems Engineering, Functional Safety, or Safety-Critical Product Development.
OEM, Tier-1, Aerospace, Defense, or other safety-critical industry experience.
Experience leading technical teams, projects, or engineering initiatives.
Proven success working directly with customers and cross-functional stakeholders.
Experience supporting technical proposals, project planning, and customer engagements.
Strong understanding of Systems Engineering principles and development lifecycles.
Functional Safety experience according to ISO 26262 and SOTIF.
Knowledge of safety analysis methods including:
HARA
FMEA
FMEDA
FTA
Familiarity with modern technologies such as:
SDV
Electrification
ADAS
Autonomous Systems
Connectivity
Embedded Software
Experience with DOORS, Polarion, Jama, Cameo, or equivalent engineering tools.
Entrepreneurial mindset with a desire to build and grow a business capability.
Strong communication and customer-facing skills.
Ability to balance technical leadership with business objectives.
Passion for mentoring engineers and developing future leaders.
Comfortable presenting technical strategies, project status, and business opportunities to customer leadership and senior stakeholders.
Ability to translate complex technical topics into clear business value propositions.
Must be a U.S. Citizen or Green Card holder.
Education/Special Knowledge:
Bachelor's degree in engineering, preferably from Electrical, Electronics, Mechatronics Engineering (required).
Master's degree in engineering, preferably from Electrical, Electronics, Mechatronics Engineering(preferred).
PhD's Degree in engineering, preferably from Electrical, Electronics, Mechatronics Engineering (asset).
