Automotive Functional Safety Program Lead

Akraya, Inc.; Newark (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 124,000; Full time

Job summary

Akraya, Inc. seeks a Functional Safety Program Manager to lead the safety activities for a complete vehicle program, driving execution across engineering teams and supplier partners.

The role ensures ISO 26262 compliance throughout the product lifecycle, from concept to production, with hands-on verification, validation, testing and safety release activities on site in Southfield, Michigan.

Onsite collaboration and milestone-driven delivery are required.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of Functional Safety Program Management experience.
• Deep understanding of ISO 26262 standards.
• Proven experience managing automotive product development.
• Demonstrated ability to lead complete vehicle programs.
• Hands-on experience supporting safety verification, validation, testing, and safety release activities.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage the overall vehicle functional safety plan.
• Oversee ISO 26262 compliance and governance processes.
• Track and ensure timely completion of all safety deliverables.
• Coordinate safety efforts across multiple engineering departments and suppliers.
• Identify, assess, and drive mitigation of safety risks.

Skills

Functional Safety Program Management

ISO 26262

Automotive Product Development

Supplier Management

Safety Analysis

Safety verification/testing

Job description

Akraya, Inc. seeks a Functional Safety Program Manager to lead the safety activities for a complete vehicle program, driving execution across engineering teams and supplier partners.

The role ensures ISO 26262 compliance throughout the product lifecycle, from concept to production, with hands-on verification, validation, testing and safety release activities on site in Southfield, Michigan.

Onsite collaboration and milestone-driven delivery are required.