Akko Ali
About Akko Ali
Akko Ali is the Head of Vehicle Functional Safety at Nikola Motor Company, with over twenty years of experience in the automotive industry.
Head Of Vehicle Functional Safety at Nikola Motor Company
Akko Ali has been serving as the Head of Vehicle Functional Safety at Nikola Motor Company since 2018. Based in the Phoenix, Arizona area, Ali is responsible for ensuring compliance with MIL-STD-882E System Safety standards for all Nikola products. His role involves managing vehicle functional safety requirements and overseeing the integration of these standards into Nikola's automotive offerings.
Previous Experience at Delta Electronics (Americas)
Prior to joining Nikola Motor Company, Akko Ali worked at Delta Electronics (Americas) as a Sr. Systems and Safety Lead. During his 11-month tenure from 2017 to 2018, he was based in Livonia, MI. His responsibilities involved leading systems and safety initiatives, focusing on automotive safety protocols and standards.
Functional Safety Experience at ALPS Electric (North America), Inc.
From 2016 to 2017, Akko Ali served as the Functional Safety Lead at ALPS Electric (North America), Inc. in Auburn Hills, MI. Over his one-year tenure, he was involved in the development and implementation of functional safety measures for automotive electronics, ensuring they met required safety standards and regulations.
Education in Mechanical Engineering and Automation
Akko Ali holds a Master's degree (MASc) in Mechanical Engineering / Automation from the University of Waterloo, achieved between 1992 and 1995. Additionally, he earned a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering from Jami'at Baghdad, completed from 1980 to 1986. He also holds a Certificate in French Language from the University of Lille 1 Sciences and Technology, earned in 1987-1988.
Automotive Industry Background and Expertise
With more than twenty years of experience in the automotive industry, Akko Ali has a comprehensive background covering production, simulation, testing, and validation. He has held pivotal roles in various organizations, such as TRW and General Motors, where he managed projects from concept to production. His expertise includes managing functional safety requirements in accordance with ISO 26262 standards since 2012.