Senior System Safety Engineer – Vehicle Dynamics State Estimation

General Motors

. Lead the definition and completion of the Vehicle Dynamics State Estimation system safety case for GM vehicle programs .

Posted 10/3/2026full-timeMilford • Michigan • United StatesSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Vehicle Dynamics State Estimation, including the ability to define and analyze functional and performance requirements while ensuring compliance with functional safety standards. Proficient in model-based systems engineering and capable of leading cross-functional teams to achieve project goals.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Vehicle Dynamics State EstimationFunctional Safety Standards (ISO 26262)Hazard Analysis and FMEAEmbedded Control Systems DevelopmentModel-Based Systems Engineering

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Hard Skills

Hazard AnalysisFault Tree AnalysisInterface AnalysisFMEAEmbedded Control SystemsSimulation and TestingRequirements TraceabilityVehicle Dynamics Products DevelopmentControls ArchitectureReal-Time Control Systems

Tools & Technologies

HIL BenchesModel-Based Systems Engineering Techniques

Industry Keywords

Automotive EngineeringFunctional SafetySystems EngineeringCross-Functional CollaborationPerformance Requirements

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead the definition and completion of the Vehicle Dynamics State Estimation system safety case for GM vehicle programs
Define functional and performance requirements with cross-functional engineering and product teams
Perform hazard analysis, fault tree analysis, interface analysis, FMEA, and related analyses
Support execution of new requirements and cascading roll-down to impacted organizations
Ensure requirements alignment and traceability
Confirm requirements through analysis, simulation, and physical testing, including HIL benches and vehicles
Use model-based systems engineering techniques to improve traceability, design quality, and variant management
Serve as GM’s subject matter expert for Vehicle Dynamics State Estimation
Influence technology direction, integration strategies, and issue resolution
Travel less than 25%

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Mathematics, Computer Science, Physics or related field of study
5+ years of relevant engineering experience, ideally in systems engineering or functional safety
Experience developing or integrating embedded control systems
Familiarity with ISO 26262 or other functional safety standards such as IEC 61508, IEC 62304, or DO-178C
Valid driver’s license with the ability to operate test vehicles as required
Must not require GM immigration-related sponsorship now or in the future
Ability to legally operate a motor vehicle regularly and successfully complete a Motor Vehicle Report review
Preferred: Experience developing vehicle dynamics products such as braking, steering, or suspension
Preferred: Experience developing vehicle dynamics state estimation systems, controls architecture, or software
Preferred: Experience owning an automotive functional safety case through a complete lifecycle
Preferred: Understanding of distributed and networked real-time control systems

Benefits

Comp & perks

Benefits and Total Rewards resources available from day one
Inclusive workplace focused on employee well-being and belonging
Reasonable accommodations for job seekers with disabilities
No relocation benefits; relocation costs are the selected candidate’s responsibility