Together We Saves Lives by Innovation!  

The keys to success are yours at Joyson Safety Systems!  We are a global leader in design, development and manufacturing of safety-critical systems and components for automotive and non-automotive markets.  We are dedicated to delivering life-saving technology to customers worldwide. Joyson Safety Systems harnesses collaboration and innovation to ensure quality and exemplary service for our customers worldwide.  Our company is headquartered in Auburn Hills, Michigan, USA, with a global network of more than 30,000 employees in 22 countries.

Our team is passionate about the automotive industry, dedicated to delivering quality and innovation for the future. We support lifelong learning and offer resources that help our team members establish a strong, solid foundation. We aim to promote from within, providing excellent opportunities for career growth and advancement.

Our talented team is hardworking and dedicated to keeping people safe. We foster a collaborative, open culture; as a global business, we encourage our team members to communicate and collaborate with colleagues worldwide. As our operations continue to grow, we are always seeking top talent to join our winning team.

Position Summary:
As the leader of the Airbag Business Unit, you will be responsible for operational excellence for one of our most critical safety divisions. Leading a team dedicated to lifesaving technology.
You will hold P&L responsibility, overseeing the entire product lifecycle, from advanced R&D and global manufacturing to strategic OEM partnership management. 
We are looking for a high-energy leader who can navigate the complex regulatory landscape of automotive safety while driving innovation in the next generation of restraint systems.

Key Responsibilities
•    Strategic Leadership: Develop and execute a roadmap for the business unit, focusing on market share expansion and autonomous vehicle safety requirements.
•    P&L Management: Drive financial performance, ensuring the business unit hits targets for revenue, EBITDA, and operational margin.
•    Operational Excellence: Oversee global manufacturing footprints, ensuring world-class Lean practices and a "Zero Defects" culture in production.
•    Innovation & Engineering: Direct the development of next-gen airbag technologies (e.g., far-side airbags, pedestrian protection, and integrated smart sensors).
•    Customer Relations: Act as the executive face of the business unit for major OEMs securing long-term contracts and managing high-stakes negotiations.
•    Regulatory & Quality Compliance: Ensure 100% adherence to global safety standards (FMVSS, Euro NCAP, IATF 16949) and manage product liability risks with extreme rigor.

Qualifications & Skills
•    Bachelor’s degree in Engineering; MBA or Master’s in Engineering highly preferred.
•    15+ years of experience in the automotive industry, with at least 5 years in a senior executive role.
•    Deep knowledge of our Safety Systems (Airbags, Seatbelts, Steering Wheels).
•    Proven track record of managing a P&L and leading global, cross-functional teams.
•    Exceptional negotiation skills with the ability to influence stakeholders and OEM procurement heads.

The Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO) and does not discriminate in any employment or employee relations based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, marital status, disability, veteran’s status, or any other basis protected by applicable discrimination laws.