Lead Engineer, System Safety

Rise above. Are you ready to take human possibility to a new dimension with us?Supernal is an Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) company that’s developing an electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) vehicle and the ground-to-air ecosystem to support the emerging industry. By creating a sustainable, integrated, and human-centered ecosystem, we are committed to taking a thoughtful and responsible approach to entering the AAM market with a product that meets the high level of safety and reliability in today’s air transportation system.The future of mobility starts with people. We believe in creative thinking and collaboration to help build a better mobility experience for everyone, improving people’s ability to move – whether for work or play. Join our dynamic team as we strive to be a part of something greater where potential powers tomorrow!Supernal provides an inviting open-space workplace designed to foster collaboration, which aligns with one of our core values. This position is required to work on-site 5 days a week.What we do: As our Lead Engineer, System Safety, you will take ownership of safety engineering across the full aircraft lifecycle. You will be accountable for the overall safety strategy, governance, technical direction, and successful execution of the system safety function across the program. This role provides organizational leadership, drives safety-related decision making, and is ultimately responsible for achieving program-level safety objectives. In this role, you will operate at aircraft level, with responsibility not only for ensuring the delivery of core aircraft and systems safety assessments, but also for driving a coherent systems safety process across all engineering domains. This position requires an experienced professional with expertise in definition and application of processes and procedures in alignment with SAE ARP4754B and SAE 4761A, safety requirements definition, management & performance measurement within an agile product development environment. You will work with different engineering disciplines and will liaise closely with the Strategy Team to ensure requirements meet our customer & business case needs.What you can do:Own the System Safety function for assigned aircraft programs, ensuring the development and execution of the overall safety strategy throughout the product lifecycleServe as the technical authority and primary decision-maker for system safety matters, providing direction, prioritization, and risk disposition recommendationsLead the planning, coordination, and execution of system safety activities across engineering disciplines, suppliers, and external partnersRepresent the safety organization in executive reviews and provide clear communication of program safety status, risks, and recommendationsInfluence technical and program decisions by balancing safety, certification, performance, cost, schedule, and operational considerationsLead supplier and partner engagements related to safety analyses, compliance activities, and risk managementProvide leadership for safety compliance activities supporting aircraft certification and regulatory approval and program milestonesAct as a primary interface with certification authorities, designated representatives, and external stakeholders on safety-related topicsPlan, lead, and review all system safety analyses (FHA, PSSA, SSA, CMA, PRA, ZSA, etc.) across the aircraft and define and verify system safety requirements and safety analysis artifacts to ensure design integrity and safetyDevelop and uphold a structured, auditable and proactive safety process, aligned with SAE ARP4754A/ARP4761 and PL.2510Ensure effective cross-functional integration of safety requirements and risk mitigations with design, test, flight operations and compliance teamsProvide technical expertise and guidance to the Engineering team and cross-disciplinary research & development teams working on the development & certification of passenger carrying eVTOL aircraftMentor, coach and provide technical leadership to safety engineers and cross-functional engineering teams in all aspects of Safety System Engineering industry best practicesApplies safety engineering principles to support investigation, analysis, planning, design, development, testing, evaluation, and implementation of eVTOL systemsReviews and prepares safety engineering and technical analysis reports, and other technical documentationApplies safety engineering principles to facilitate functions such as system integration, configuration management, and testingDrive consistency, quality, and continuous improvement of safety processes, methods, tools, and standards across the organizationInfluencing aircraft design to improve system safety features and designWhat you can contribute:Bachelor’s degree in aerospace, electrical, mechanical engineering, or related field is required; advanced degree preferredA minimum of eight (8) years of aerospace experience leading safety engineering activities at the aircraft or system-of-systems levelProven ability to plan and deliver multiple safety analyses and workstreams to aggressive schedulesStrong experience across the safety lifecycle delivering various functional safety analyses (AFHAs, PASAs, PRAs, ZSAs, ASA etc.)Prior experience with complete OEM aircraft development programs doing systems safety and reliability from the initial design until industrializationExperience with Flight Controls and electric propulsion (preferred)Experience with safety aspects of RTCA DO-178B/C and RTCA DO-254 (preferred)Excellent understanding of FAA/EASA certification processes for the aircraft and subcomponentsStrong working knowledge of SAE ARP4754A and ARP4761, and regulatory frameworks including PL.2510 and 23.1309A minimum of three (3) years of experience with at least one (1) of the following 14 CFR Airworthiness Standards: Part 23, 25, 27, 29, 33, 34 or 35Capable of setting a positive tone, managing ambiguity and driving accountability across teamsExcellent abstraction and communication skillsExperience working on novel air vehicles (eVTOL, rotorcraft, multi-rotors, or UAS).Experience with 2X.1309 and PL.2510 and relevant regulations and guidance materials.Experience conducting Particular Risk, Zonal Safety, Common Mode and / or Reliability analyses.Awareness of the interrelationship between Cyber Security and SafetyUnderstanding and experience using fault tree / failure analysis software and analysis tools for safety systemsSense of urgency, proactive delivery of communication and follow-upExcellent organizational skills and attention to detailAbility to independently prioritize and accomplish work within time constraintsSelf-motivated and growth-oriented personalityCritical thinker, adept at relationship building and leading through influence Base pay offered may vary depending on skills, experience, job-related knowledge and location. This position is also eligible for a bonus as part of total compensation.The pay range for this position is:$167,670—$204,930 USDClick HERE or visit: to view our benefits!Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a background check. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status or any other category or class protected under applicable federal, state or local law. Individuals with disabilities may request a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. 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