About the role
- Lead the development of safety-critical software applications, ensuring full lifecycle ownership from concept to deployment.
- Utilize modeling tools (e.g., Simulink or SCADE) for software design and translate models into efficient C/C++ implementations.
- Generate and manage Level of Rigor artifacts to support adherence to safety compliance standards.
- Collaborate closely with systems, testing, and development teams to identify, implement, and validate safety-related features.
- Serve as a technical authority on safety-critical processes, contributing to design reviews and compliance audits.
Requirements
- Work Authorization: U.S. Citizens or Permanent Residents Only
- 5+ years of experience in systems safety software engineering or a closely related field.
- Strong background in safety-critical software development and tool-based modeling (Simulink, SCADE).
- Proven ability to produce compliance documentation and artifacts tied to safety certification standards.
- Demonstrated experience coordinating across engineering functions to integrate safety features.
- Familiarity with ISO 26262 automotive safety standard.
- Understanding of MIL-STD-882E and its application in safety engineering.
- Experience working within ASIL-D environments and developing solutions that meet high-integrity requirements.
- Competitive Compensation – Salary aligned with experience and clearance level, plus performance-based bonuses.
- Health & Wellness – Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance; mental health resources; HSA/FSA options.
- Retirement Planning – 401(k) with company match to help secure your future.
- Paid Time Off – Generous PTO, federal holidays, and sick leave to balance work and life.
- Professional Development – Reimbursement for certifications, conferences, and advanced training.
- Cutting-Edge Work Environment – Access to advanced tools, technologies, and classified projects at the forefront of signal processing research.
- Team Culture – Small, collaborative team setting with direct impact on project outcomes.
- Career Growth – Clear paths for advancement and opportunities to move into leadership or specialized technical roles.
- Security Perks – Roles requiring TS/SCI clearance come with stability and long-term project funding.
- Work-Life Balance – Flexible scheduling options where mission requirements allow.
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard skills
CC++modeling toolsSimulinkSCADEsafety-critical software developmentcompliance documentationsafety certification standardsASIL-Dhigh-integrity requirements
Soft skills
collaborationtechnical authoritydesign reviewscompliance auditscoordination