Safety Auditor

Summary

Join High Tech Genesis as a Safety Auditor and ensure embedded software systems meet safety and regulatory requirements, focusing on DO-178C DAL A standards. Lead audits of software development processes, assess compliance with safety standards, and support internal and external audits. Identify and address non-compliance issues, support certification activities, and collaborate on risk management. Mentor teams on safety procedures and contribute to process improvements. Maintain detailed audit records and provide regular reports to management.

Requirements

• Minimum 7 years of experience in auditing safety-critical systems, with a focus on DO-178C DAL A compliance or equivalent standards in a regulated environment
• Extensive knowledge of DO-178C objectives, particularly for DAL A, and familiarity with other relevant safety and regulatory standards (e.g., FAA, ISO, IEC)
• Solid understanding of embedded software development, including experience with C/C++ programming and knowledge of real-time operating systems (RTOS) like VxWorks
• A minimum of 15 years of experience in safety-critical system audits, with a focus on ensuring compliance with safety standards and risk management protocols
• Strong analytical skills with a proven ability to identify risks and ensure compliance through auditing, verification, and validation
• Exceptional attention to detail when auditing compliance documents, identifying discrepancies, and recommending corrective actions
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to clearly document findings and communicate audit results to technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Ability to assess complex systems and processes, identify areas for improvement, and drive corrective actions
• Experience with Waterfall, Agile, and V-Model software development methodologies, with an emphasis on how they apply to safety-critical systems
• Must be a U.S. citizen

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive audits of software development, verification, and validation processes to ensure full compliance with DO-178C DAL A standards and other applicable industry regulations
• Evaluate the compliance of software lifecycle artifacts (e.g., requirements, design, code, and verification documentation) against established safety standards and regulatory requirements
• Lead and support internal and external safety and compliance audits, providing expertise in identifying gaps and ensuring adherence to safety standards
• Identify areas of non-compliance and recommend corrective actions to ensure compliance with DO-178C, regulatory requirements, and industry best practices
• Support certification audits by interacting with certification authorities, ensuring all documentation, processes, and systems meet the necessary safety standards for certification
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to manage safety risks, ensuring safety is embedded into every aspect of the development process
• Provide mentorship and training to teams on safety auditing procedures, compliance standards, and industry regulations to promote a culture of safety across the organization
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and assist in the continuous enhancement of development assurance and software reliability practices
• Maintain accurate and detailed records of audit findings, compliance status, corrective actions, and recommendations. Provide regular audit reports to management and stakeholders

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in the aerospace industry and familiarity with its regulatory environment is preferred
• Certifications: Relevant credentials (e.g., DO-178C, FAA DER, ISO 26262) are highly desirable