The Role
Lead functional safety development for ADAS vehicle programs, including HARA, safety concepts, DFMEA, FTA, DFA, verification and validation planning, test case development, safety audits, and safety case creation. Collaborate with systems, hardware, software, and validation teams to deliver compliant products using ISO 26262. The role requires substantial functional safety, mass-production, automotive development, and model-based systems engineering experience.
Summary Generated by Built In
We are the movers of the world and the makers of the future. We get up every day, roll up our sleeves and build a better world -- together. At Ford, we’re all a part of something bigger than ourselves. Are you ready to change the way the world moves?
In this position...
At Ford Motor Company, we believe freedom of movement drives human progress. We also believe in providing you with the freedom to define and realize your dreams. With our incredible plans for the future of mobility, we have a wide variety of opportunities for you to accelerate your career potential as you help us define tomorrow’s transportation.
Do you have what it takes to make smart vehicles for a smart world? Join the Ford Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) team! Utilizing Design Thinking and User Experience methods, you will work to deliver breakthrough products and services that delight our customers. We are seeking forward-thinking, laser-focused professionals with a passion for bringing innovative, exciting, and sustainable ideas to life. We have opportunities around the world for you to contribute to such advancements as autonomy, electrification, smart mobility technologies and more!
We are seeking a skilled professional to join the ADAS Functional Safety Systems team.
ResponsibilitiesWhat you'll do...
Lead the development and integration of Functional Safety work products on vehicle program applications for Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) features like BlueCruise and Pro-Trailer Hitch Assist
Develop and maintain Hazard Analysis and Risk Assessments (HARA), Functional Safety Concepts (FSC), and Technical Safety Concepts (TSC).
Produce safety analysis (DFMEA, FTA, DFA, per ISO 26262)
Support the planning of Safety Verification & Validation activities at different levels of system abstraction
Support the creation of test cases (DVP), their execution and evaluation of the results
Contribute to the safety audits and assessments
Collaborate cross-functionally with systems, hardware, software, and V&V stakeholders to deliver a safe product with a comprehensive safety case
QualificationsYou'll have...
Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical, Aerospace, Mechanical, Systems, Computer Engineering or related degree; or foreign equivalency degree, or a combination of equivalent experience and education.
5 years of experience in Functional Safety
5 years of experience products in mass production
2 years of experience with Model Based Systems Engineering
Even better, you may have...
Master's Degree in Electrical, Aerospace, Mechanical, Systems, Computer Engineering or related degree; or foreign equivalency degree, or a combination of equivalent experience and education.
10 years of experience in Functional Safety
5+ years of experience with automotive product development
2+ years of experience with SysML / MagicDraw
2+ years of experience with the development of automotive sensors (e.g., cameras, radars) and ECUs
2+ years of experience developing and conducting laboratory and vehicle tests, gathering and analyzing data
You may not check every box, or your experience may look a little different from what we've 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 builder…or 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 Year’s Day
• Paid time off and the option to purchase additional vacation time.
This position is a salary grades 7- 8 and ranges from $97,140-162,540.
For more information on salary and benefits, click here: https://fordcareers.co/GSR
Visa sponsorship is available for this position.
Candidates for positions with Ford Motor Company must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status or protected veteran status. In the United States, if you need a reasonable accommodation for the online application process due to a disability, please call 1-888-336-0660.
This position is hybrid. Candidates who are in commuting distance to a Ford hub location may be required to be onsite four or more days per week. #LI-Hybrid
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Skills Required
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Aerospace, Mechanical, Systems, Computer Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent education and experience
- 5 years of experience in functional safety
- 5 years of experience with products in mass production
- 2 years of experience with Model-Based Systems Engineering
- Master’s degree in Electrical, Aerospace, Mechanical, Systems, Computer Engineering, or a related field
- 10 years of experience in functional safety
- 5 or more years of experience with automotive product development
- 2 or more years of experience with SysML and MagicDraw
- 2 or more years of experience developing automotive sensors, such as cameras and radars, and ECUs
- 2 or more years of experience developing and conducting laboratory and vehicle tests, and gathering and analyzing data
Ford Motor Company Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Ford Motor Company and has not been reviewed or approved by Ford Motor Company.
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Healthcare Strength — Medical, dental, and vision coverage start on day one with options that include zero-premium plans, free mental health support, and wellness resources. For represented hourly employees, health plans are described as low-cost with strong coverage value.
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Retirement Support — A 401(k) with company match and additional company contributions is available from day one, alongside life and disability coverage. Pension eligibility in certain situations and financial-planning support reinforce long‑term security.
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Parental & Family Support — Paid parental leave, fertility, surrogacy, and adoption benefits, plus a ramp‑up program for returning parents, reflect a family‑focused package. Flexible Family Care days and generous time‑off options help address short‑term caregiving and personal needs.
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What We Do
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