Manager, Safety Regulatory Affairs and Certification

Mitsubishi Motors R&D of America, Inc. (MRDA) is a key subsidiary of Mitsubishi Motors North America dedicated to driving innovation and adapting global vehicles for the US market. Located in Ann Arbor, Michigan, MRDA's team of specialists focuses on monitoring technology trends, conducting market validation tests, and ensuring regulatory compliance. Their work plays a crucial role in bringing Mitsubishi's latest vehicles to American consumers.

Lead the RAC-Safety team to ensure that all safety regulatory, certification and compliance matters affecting current and future vehicle content/design/development/performance are fully supported, and that items of importance to Mitsubishi Motors are reported on in a timely manner.  This position will interact with entities including but not limited to NHTSA, IIHS, NTSB, the Alliance for Automotive Innovation (AAI), other vehicle manufacturers, suppliers, Mitsubishi North American, and Mitsubishi Motors Corporation.

This position offers flexibility to work from home while maintaining strong collaboration with internal and external stakeholders. The RAC Manager will be expected to participate in periodic in-person meetings with RAC team members and with select external organizations. While most day-to-day interactions will be conducted virtually, this position requires a proactive communicator who can effectively engage in a hybrid environment, balance independent remote work and occasional on-site presence with internal and external stakeholders to support team alignment and relationship-building.

• Lead our RAC-Safety team
  • Manage all RAC-Safety group operations and resources.
  • Execute the groups’ direction, priorities, goals & strategies.
  • Monitor, review, provide feedback and sign off on work product prepared by RAC-Safety engineers on vehicle safety related matters. Allocate workload among group members.
  • Report to the Director on work performed by the group, and work with the Director on vehicle safety policy matters.
  • Consult with Director on RAC-Safety personnel matters.
• Work with other departments in MRDA to achieve the broader organization’s objectives and Business Plan implementation.
• Act as Mitsubishi Motors primary point of contact for vehicle safety standards rulemakings, consumer safety programs (NCAP, IIHS, CR, …), related Federal and State legislative activity affecting light duty vehicle content, design, development or performance.
• Analyze and provide strategic recommendations in a timely manner to MMC and MMNA on US regulatory activities; guide MMC/MMNA in its comments for rulemaking or other government-initiated action; consolidate MMC/MMNA input and submit final documents to NHTSA, IIHS, or other related entities.
• Represent MMC at the US auto manufacturer trade association (i.e. Alliance for Automotive Innovation - AAI), and at various vehicle safety-related organizations. Inform MMC in a timely manner on these activities and advise MMC on recommended course of action.
• Support Mitsubishi Motors Canada (MMSCan) on vehicle safety related matters upon request.
• Ensure information requests from NHTSA, IIHS, or other related entities are handled in a smooth and timely manner.
• Lead the development of (and updates to) vehicle safety regulatory forecasts.
• Act on requests from MMC and MMNA for: interpretations of regulations; media-related events (safety-related television broadcasts, press events, etc.); technical Information (test results); background information on future/ongoing rulemaking; and other related requests. 
• Prepare and keep current reports on major light duty vehicle safety regulatory activities.

• →Represents the company on vendor/supplier business issues.
• →Participate in teleconferences/video conferences, meetings, workshops, etc. as appropriate.
• →Perform any other duties that may be assigned or required.

• Four-year engineering degree (automotive related) or equivalent.
• 10+ years of specialized automotive safety regulatory, compliance & certification with an automotive related organization.
• 5+ years of project leadership or coordination experience.
• 2+ years of management experience preferred
• Computer literacy, particularly word-processing and spreadsheet ability, Microsoft Office products, and Internet research.
• Proven research abilities.

Our values form the foundation of everything we do. At Mitsubishi Motors, we are committed to a set of core principles that guide our actions, decisions, and interactions. Our values reflect who we are as a company, how we collaborate, and the impact we aspire to make. These values are what we call the MMC Way:

• Think of Our Customers, Strengthen Trust
• Enrich Society
• Welcome All Facts, Share Difficult News First
• Conduct and Challenge Yourself Professionally
• Respect All, Work as a Broader Team

At MMNA, we embrace the strength that diverse perspectives and experiences bring to our team. Our application process is designed to champion inclusion and equity. We're on the lookout for the ideal fit for each role, valuing skills and experiences over traditional education or specific company backgrounds. Feel encouraged to apply, even if your profile doesn't precisely match the job description. We invite you to delve into a few thought-provoking questions in our application, offering you the opportunity to showcase your unique talents and insights right from the start.

Once you've submitted your application, expect to hear from us within 7 business days. We're committed to keeping you informed about the status of your application, ensuring transparency and open communication throughout the process. We understand that perfection is a journey, and if you ever have questions about your application or the process itself, don't hesitate to reach out to your recruiter. 

Mitsubishi Motors is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer, excited about collaborating with talented individuals of all identities. We do not discriminate based on identity, aligning with our commitment to fostering a diverse workplace. Our code of conduct serves as a guiding light for the company we aspire to be, celebrating our differences as the driving force behind a product that serves a global user base. 

We welcome applications from individuals with disabilities and is prepared to provide reasonable accommodations. If you require such accommodations for the job application or interview process, please email mmna-talent_acquisition@na.mitsubishi-motors.com.

We hope you will join us on this journey where your dedication aligns with our values, creating an environment that fosters growth, collaboration, and meaningful contributions.