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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?

Ford’s Research and Advanced Engineering team takes new ideas from theory to reality. Every day, we develop advanced energy management and propulsion technologies, create cutting-edge materials and manufacturing processes, and curate world-class cabin experiences that redefine what it means to drive a Ford.

In this position...

Develop and apply processes from Functional Safety ISO 26262 and Safety of the Intended Functionality (SOTIF) ISO 21448, including Systems Theoretic Process Analysis (STPA) and Fault Tree Analysis (FTA)

• Develop and apply processes from Functional Safety ISO 26262 and Safety of the Intended Functionality (SOTIF) ISO 21448, including Systems Theoretic Process Analysis (STPA) and Fault Tree Analysis (FTA)

• Perform system safety & functional safety analyses on systems for the development of Functional Safety Concepts, Technical Safety Concepts, Functional Safety Requirements and Technical Safety Requirements.

• Research, develop and integrate advanced system safety processes on research development projects.

• Support development of Systems Engineering deliverables

• Develop SysML models at the system level incorporating the use of Functional Safety and System Safety methods.

• Perform competitive analyses and maintain knowledge of emerging technologies in the dependability (safety engineering) field.

• You'll have...

• Bachelor’s or foreign equivalent degree in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, controls engineering, robotics, aerospace, or a related field.

• 3+ years of previous work experience in applying Functional Safety in accordance with ISO 26262 or equivalent safety standard from non-automotive industries

• 1+ years of previous work experience with Safety Analysis Techniques (primarily hazard analysis and risk assessment (HARA), Fault Tree Analysis (FTA) and Systems Theoretic Process Analysis (STPA), (failure modes and effects analysis (FMEA), Hazard and Operability (HAZOP).

• 1 + year experience in developing systems requirements, including for testing or validation.

• 6 months experience with systems modeling and simulation.

Even better, you may have...

• Master’s degree in in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, controls engineering or a related field.

• Creation of Boundary Diagrams, P-Diagrams, Interface Matrix

• Proficiency in MATLAB/Simulink

• Familiar with SysML

• Experience in real-time online verification of systems and functional safety requirements.

• Familiar with SOTIF ISO 21448

• 1+ years in C++ or Python

• Related Git link or publication would be appreciated

• Passion for developing and maintaining a safety culture.

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

• 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.

For a detailed look at our benefits, click here:

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This position is a range of salary grades 6-8 .

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 committed to a culturally diverse workforce. 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.

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Requisition ID : 28728