Range Safety Engineer, Flight Tests & Termination

IGNITE; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A defense contractor in Huntsville, AL is seeking a skilled Range Safety Engineer to oversee flight termination systems and safety requirements development. The role necessitates a Master’s degree, 12+ years in missile defense, and an active Secret clearance. The successful candidate will represent customer interests in technical meetings and ensure absolute compliance with safety standards. This full-time position offers the opportunity to influence critical defense projects.

Qualifications

• 12+ years working on missile defense-related or complex large DoD programs required.
• Active Secret clearance needed.
• Ability to work in dynamic environments and manage multiple actions.

Responsibilities

• Serve as Range Safety expert during flight tests and various meetings.
• Oversee requirements development and verification for flight termination system products.
• Documentation of status, findings, and recommendations.

Skills

Range Safety Requirements

Flight Safety Analysis

Range Tracking Systems (inertial measurement, GPS, C-band tracking)

Communication Skills

Education

Master of Science in STEM

Tools

RCC-319 Flight Termination Standard

RCC-324 Safety Tracking Systems Standard

Job description

A defense contractor in Huntsville, AL is seeking a skilled Range Safety Engineer to oversee flight termination systems and safety requirements development. The role necessitates a Master’s degree, 12+ years in missile defense, and an active Secret clearance. The successful candidate will represent customer interests in technical meetings and ensure absolute compliance with safety standards. This full-time position offers the opportunity to influence critical defense projects.