About this role
Lead the development and implementation of the System Safety Assurance and Certification Framework to achieve regulatory approval and revenue service readiness for the California High-Speed Rail system. The role ensures full compliance with Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) requirements, CFR regulations, and Authority standards across design, construction, testing, and commissioning.
This position is based in Sacramento, CA and will require relocation for any candidates outside the local area.
Key Responsibilities
1. Safety Governance & Assurance
Establish and maintain the System Safety Management Program Plan (SSPP) aligned with FRA expectationsLead hazard identification, risk assessment (PHA, SHA), and mitigation trackingEnsure integration of safety across civil, systems, and operations2. Certification Strategy & Delivery
Develop and implement the Certification Management Plan aligned with the safety management system.Oversee production of Certificates, Declarations, and Compliance Evidence3. Regulatory Interface (FRA / Federal Compliance)
Act as the primary interface with the Federal Railroad AdministrationManage submissions for safety certification, waivers, and approvalsEnsure alignment with 49 CFR (Parts 236, 238, 270, etc.)4. Integration with System Engineering
Ensure certification is embedded in the Systems Engineering Management Plan (SEMP)Manage requirements traceability → design → verification → validation → certificationCoordinate across track, OCS, signaling, rolling stock, and operations5. Testing, Verification & Validation (V&V)
Define certification requirements within Testing & Commissioning PlansEnsure all safety-critical systems meet acceptance criteria prior to revenue service Data sensitivity - PublicOversee Independent Safety Assessment (ISA) activities6. Interface & Program Integration
Manage certification across multi-contractor interfaces (civil, rail systems, TSCC, etc.)Ensure consistency of safety and certification approach across all CP packages7. Audit, Compliance & Readiness Lead technical audits, safety reviews, and compliance checks
Support System Readiness Reviews and Go/No-Go decisionsProvide certification input into Revenue Service Readiness (RSR)Key Deliverables
System Safety Program Plan (SSPP)Certification Management Plan (CMP)Hazard Log & Safety CaseVerification & Validation Matrix (V&V)Certification Status Reports & DashboardsSafety Certification Package for FRA approval 12–15+ years in rail safety, assurance, or certification (HSR preferred)Strong knowledge of FRA regulations (49 CFR) and U.S. compliance frameworks or international equivalent standards e.g CENLELLECExperience on large-scale rail programs (>$1B) with multi-contract integrationBackground in systems engineering, testing & commissioning, or assuranceExperience working with regulators and independent assessorsThis job description may be adjusted as project needs evolve.
In accordance with applicable pay transparency laws, the expected compensation range for this role is $160,000 to $205,000 annually. Compensation offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, education, certifications, geographic location, and other business and organizational needs.
Why join Egis:
Opportunity to participate in a full range of employee benefits including, health, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance beginning the first day of the month following the first 30 days of continuous employment.401(k) plan beginning the first day of the month following 90 days of continuous employment with 4% company match.Gracious Paid Time Off (PTO) package with increased accrual rates with tenure, along with 9 paid holidays.Competitive wages and potential bonus opportunities offered.Flexible schedules and potential hybrid schedules offered.Paid parental leave offered beginning the first day of the month following the first 30 days of continuous employment.Educational assistance / Tuition Reimbursement.An affirmative action participant EOE M/F/D/V/SO