Senior Safety Engineer (m/f/d) Technical Solution

ARX Robotics GmbH; München; Hybrid; EUR 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus opportunity

27 vacation days

Pension contribution

Learning & development support

Employee discounts

Job summary

ARX Robotics GmbH in München seeks a Senior Safety Engineer to embed safety and reliability into autonomous ground systems. You will lead engineering practices to ensure safe, dependable, and maintainable products from design to field deployment, collaborating with hardware and software teams to address risks.

You will apply FMEA/FTA methods, define safety requirements across architectures, drive reviews, identify failure modes with mitigations, and develop data-driven improvements.

Qualifications

• Strong background in Safety Engineering, Systems, Electrical, Mechanical, or Aerospace Engineering.
• Several years of hands-on safety and reliability engineering experience.
• Direct experience applying FMEA or FTA to complex systems.
• Proven track record with safety-critical or mission-critical systems.
• Familiarity with ISO 12100, MIL-STD-882E, IEC 61508 standards and application.

Responsibilities

• Lead safety and reliability engineering for core system development programs.
• Conduct safety analyses (FMEA, FTA) to strengthen designs.
• Define and trace safety requirements across system architecture.
• Drive safety and reliability reviews to improve design integrity.
• Identify failure modes and develop mitigation strategies.
• Use field data for data-driven safety improvements.
• Develop maintenance strategies to maximize system life.
• Lead root-cause investigations and implement corrective actions.

Skills

Safety Engineering

Systems Engineering

Electrical Engineering

Mechanical Engineering

Aerospace Engineering

FMEA

FTA

ISO 12100

MIL-STD-882E

IEC 61508

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Documentation

Job description

About the Role

In high-stakes environments, safety and reliability are absolute. As our Senior Safety Engineer, you will embed these principles into the core of our autonomous ground systems. You will pioneer the engineering practices that ensure our products are safe, dependable, and maintainable from the first design sketch to final deployment in the field.

Working across systems, hardware, and software teams, you'll be the central node for identifying risks and building resilience into every layer of our technology. Your expertise will directly shape the trustworthiness of our systems, ensuring that security and military forces can depend on them when it matters most.

What You'll Build

• Drive and enhance the safety and reliability engineering function function for our core system development programs.


• Conduct rigorous safety and reliability analyses (e.g., FMEA, FTA) to fortify our designs.


• Define and trace critical safety requirements throughout the entire system architecture.


• Drive structured safety and reliability reviews that actively improve system design and integrity.


• Identify potential failure modes and create robust mitigation strategies to minimize operational risk.


• Use performance data and field reports to conduct data-driven analyses that continuously enhance system safety.


• Develop forward-thinking maintenance strategies and support concepts to maximize the operational life of our systems.


• Drive root cause investigations and implement corrective actions that reinforce long-term system integrity.

What You Bring

• A strong background in Safety Engineering, Systems, Electrical, Mechanical, or Aerospace Engineering.


• Several years of hands‑on experience in safety and reliability engineering for complex products.


• Direct experience applying methods like FMEA or FTA to real‑world, intricate systems.


• A proven track record working with safety‑critical or mission‑critical systems where failure is not an option.


• Deep familiarity with relevant safety standards (like ISO 12100, MIL-STD-882E, or IEC 61508) and how to apply them effectively.


• A mindset that pairs sharp analytical thinking with practical problem‑solving to not just find risks, but drive solutions.


• A collaborative spirit that helps you align technical teams and move complex programs forward.


• The ability to communicate and document complex safety concepts with clarity and precision.

Please note: You do not need to meet every single requirement to apply. We welcome motivated candidates who are eager to grow into the role and develop their expertise further.

What We Offer

Join a mission‑driven European defense tech company at a pivotal stage of growth, where you can help shape meaningful technology, take ownership early, and grow with the business!

• Competitive compensation package including a bonus opportunity


• 27 vacation days to start, increasing with tenure up to 30 days


• Employer‑supported pension contribution


• Learning & development support and team events budget


• Employee discounts and flexible benefits budget via Probonio


• Hybrid working setup depending on role and team needs


• Structured salary bands, levelling framework, and bi‑annual development conversations


• Referral bonus program, dog‑friendly office, and relocation support where applicable