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

NIF; München; Hybrid; EUR 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus opportunity

27 vacation days to start

Employer-supported pension

Learning & development budget

Hybrid working setup

Career development conversations

Relocation support where applicable

Job summary

ARX is seeking a Staff Safety Engineer to ensure safety, reliability, and maintainability of our autonomous ground platforms from design to deployment. You will guide hardware, software, and systems teams, embedding resilience into every layer of our technology and mentoring engineers to adopt safety-first practices.

You will influence system design through rigorous analysis, root-cause investigations, and data-driven risk reduction, while collaborating across disciplines and promoting a strong

Qualifications

• 8+ years hands-on safety and reliability engineering for complex products.
• Experience with mission-critical systems where failure is not an option.
• Experience applying ISO 13849, MIL-STD-882E, IEC 61508.
• Strong analytical and hands-on problem-solving skills.
• Collaborative cross-disciplinary teamwork and clear communication.

Responsibilities

• Define and implement a comprehensive safety and reliability function for core system development programs.
• Conduct rigorous safety analyses (FMEA/FMECA, FTA) and translate results to actionable engineering guidance.
• Ensure traceable safety and reliability requirements across system architecture from concept to delivery.
• Lead structured assessments to shape system design and mitigate risks.
• Identify failure modes and develop mitigation strategies to reduce operational risk.

Skills

Systems engineering

Reliability engineering

FMEA

FTA

Risk analysis

Safety standards

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Job description

About the Role

In the high-stakes environments where our systems operate, safety and reliability are non-negotiable. As our Staff Safety Engineer, you'll be the expert voice ensuring our autonomous ground platforms are safe, dependable, and maintainable from the first design sketch to final deployment in the field.

You will be a central guide for our hardware, software, and systems teams, embedding resilience into every layer of our technology. Your work is critical to our mission: delivering autonomous systems that our partners can trust without question when it matters most.

What You'll Build

• A comprehensive safety and reliability function for our core system development programs, setting the standard for excellence
• Rigorous safety analyses, including FMEA/FMECA and fault tree analysis (FTA), that provide clear, actionable insights to our engineering teams
• Traceable safety and reliability requirements throughout the entire system architecture, ensuring integrity from concept to delivery
• Structured assessments that actively shape system design and prevent issues before they arise
• Failure mode identification and mitigation strategies that reduce operational risk across complex, safety-critical systems
• Data-driven mitigation strategies that reduce operational risk and continuously improve system performance in the field
• Robust maintenance concepts that enhance the readiness and operational life of our deployed platforms
• Root cause investigations that not only solve problems but also strengthen the long-term integrity of our systems
• A culture of safety-first thinking by mentoring engineers and advancing best practices across the organization

What You Bring

• A strong background in Systems, Electrical, Mechanical, Aerospace Engineering, or a related discipline
• 8+ years significant hands‑on experience in safety and reliability engineering for complex products
• Deep, applied expertise in FMEA, FTA, and other risk analysis methodologies
• A proven track record working with mission‑critical systems where failure is not an option
• Practical knowledge of key safety standards (like ISO 13849, MIL-STD-882E, or IEC 61508) and how to apply them effectively
• The ability to pair strong analytical thinking with a practical, hands‑on approach to problem‑solving
• A highly collaborative spirit that unites different engineering disciplines toward a common safety goal
• Excellent communication skills, making complex safety concepts clear to technical and non‑technical colleagues alike

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

About Us

ARX is a dual‑use technology company that specializes in developing autonomous unmanned systems and sensors for the European defence sector. Our dual‑use unmanned ground systems and sensors assist NATO Armies and civilian first responders in tackling their most challenging problems by providing them with training and information to make better decisions and take effective actions in life‑or‑death situations.

As our team continues to expand rapidly, we are seeking motivated candidates who are excited to work in a highly energetic, creative, and innovative team dedicated to developing autonomous systems for challenging environments. We operate in a dynamic sector where collaboration, sharing innovative ideas, and developing novel problem‑solving strategies are ingrained in our work culture.

ARX is an equal‑opportunity employer, and we encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.

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