Senior/Staff Safety Management Systems (SMS) Engineer

Nuro • Mountain View, CA

12h • $160,360 - $291,150

About The Position

We are looking for a Senior/Staff Safety Management Systems (SMS) Engineer to design, implement, and continuously improve a company-wide SMS tailored to our autonomous vehicle operations. You will lead the development of policies, risk management processes, reporting mechanisms, and assurance activities, ensuring safety is embedded at every business and technical layer.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree or Master’s Degree in Engineering, Safety, Systems, or related field, with 5-8+ years of experience in SMS roles for high-risk industries (automotive, aviation, rail, etc.).
• Proven record designing or operating a cross-functional SMS.
• Depth in risk management, safety culture, and performance measurement.
• Strong communication and change management skills.

Responsibilities

• Architect and deploy an SMS (aligned with ISO 45001, ICAO SMS principles, AVSC reports, or equivalent aviation/automotive models).
• Define safety policy, processes, and performance indicators across all AV programs.
• Lead hazard identification, risk assessment, and mitigation planning for AV activities.
• Establish and promote safety culture, including training and awareness programs for all business units.
• Manage safety reporting systems and oversight of incident/near-miss investigations.
• Collaborate with legal and compliance for regulatory engagement and audits.
• Support continuous improvement based on field data, incident trends, and feedback loops.
• Work with the TPM, safety standards, and operational safety teams to ensure cohesive company-wide safety integration.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees