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Staff Systems Engineer - Operational Readiness and Field Safety

Waabi
Location
Remote US
Posted
24 days ago
Department
Safety
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • Undergrad in Robotics, Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related technical field; advanced degree preferred
  • 7+ years of experience in safety-critical system development, validation, or operations
  • Strong understanding of systems engineering principles including requirements decomposition, V&V processes, and hazard analysis techniques (HAZOP, FMEA, FTA, STPA, etc.)
  • Familiarity with relevant safety standards (ISO 26262, ISO 21448/SOTIF, UL 4600)
  • Experience monitoring safety metrics and designing/executing test plans for complex autonomous or robotic systems
  • Excellent technical communication skills with ability to present complex safety arguments to diverse stakeholders
Nice to have
  • Direct experience with autonomous vehicle safety validation or deployment
  • Previous work in trucking, logistics, or commercial vehicle operations
  • Experience with operational safety management systems
  • Knowledge of regulatory frameworks for autonomous vehicles (FMVSS, SAE standards, state/provincial regulations)
What the job really is

As a Staff Systems Engineer focusing on Operational Readiness and Field Safety at Waabi, you will lead the establishment of safety processes and operational readiness testing for autonomous vehicle operations. Your role involves analyzing field events, defining protocols for various operational scenarios, and collaborating with teams to enhance safety metrics and incident response training. You will also interface with regulatory bodies to contribute to industry standards for operational safety validation.

Benefits
  • Competitive compensation and equity awards
  • Health and Wellness benefits that include Medical, Vision and Dental coverage
  • Unlimited Vacation
  • Flexible hours and Work from Home support
  • Daily drinks, snacks and catered meals (when in office)
  • Regularly scheduled team building activities and social events
Things to weigh
  • No specific mention of the technology stack used
  • Role involves significant responsibility in safety-critical systems, which may lead to high stress
  • Position is remote, which may affect team dynamics and communication
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