Chris Kokosa
About Chris Kokosa
Chris Kokosa is a Senior Systems Engineer specializing in Functional Safety at Allison Transmission, where he leads discussions on safety standards and manages engineering resources. He has extensive experience in functional safety projects and provides training to enhance safety culture within the organization.
Current Role at Allison Transmission
Chris Kokosa serves as a Senior Systems Engineer in Functional Safety (FSCAE) at Allison Transmission. He has held this position since 2018, contributing to the development and implementation of functional safety standards within the organization. His role involves executing functional safety projects related to E-Axles, electric vehicle components, and automatic transmissions. Kokosa actively participates in the Regulatory Planning Team, addressing emerging standards in functional safety and ensuring compliance with industry regulations.
Previous Experience at Allison Transmission
Prior to his current role, Chris Kokosa worked at Allison Transmission as a Supervisor of Diagnostic Software from 2010 to 2018. During his eight years in this position, he was responsible for overseeing diagnostic software development and ensuring its alignment with safety protocols. His experience in this role laid the groundwork for his expertise in functional safety and systems engineering.
Education and Qualifications
Chris Kokosa completed his high school education at Bishop Dwenger High School from 1981 to 1985. He then pursued a Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering at Purdue University, studying from 1985 to 1989. This educational background provided him with a solid foundation in engineering principles, which he applies in his current role in functional safety.
Functional Safety Expertise
Kokosa specializes in functional safety, applying ISO 26262 work products to various adjacent safety standards, including IEC 61508, ISO 13849, ISO 19014, and MIL STD 882E. He leads discussions with customer OEMs on functional safety topics, ensuring alignment with safety standards. Additionally, he provides ISO 26262 training and mentoring to cross-functional teams, enhancing the safety culture within the organization.
Involvement in Industry Standards and Cybersecurity
Chris Kokosa is an active member of AUTO-ISAC, where he stays informed about cybersecurity trends and challenges relevant to the automotive industry. His involvement in this organization reflects his commitment to addressing emerging issues in functional safety and cybersecurity, ensuring that his work aligns with current industry standards and practices.