Range Safety Engineer - Secret Clearance, Onsite Huntsville

Ignite Now; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A defense contractor in Huntsville, AL is seeking a Range Safety Engineer to support missile defense initiatives. The role involves serving as a safety expert during flight tests, overseeing flight termination system requirements, and providing detailed reports on findings. Candidates must have a Master's in STEM and possess over 12 years of experience in missile defense or similar programs. Familiarity with range safety requirements and excellent communication skills are essential. A Secret Security Clearance is required.

Qualifications

• 12+ years working on missile defense-related or complex DoD programs.
• Strong skills in flight termination and range safety.
• Ability to work in dynamic environments with multiple actions.

Responsibilities

• Serve as Range Safety expert during flight tests and working groups.
• Oversee requirements development for flight termination systems.
• Provide detailed reports on status and findings.

Skills

Independent work and teamwork

Range Safety Requirements knowledge

Flight safety analysis familiarity

Communication skills

Education

Master of Science in STEM

Tools

Range Tracking Systems

RCC-319 Flight Termination Commonality Standard

RCC-324 Global Positioning and Inertial Measurements Range Safety Tracking Systems Commonality Standard

Job description

A defense contractor in Huntsville, AL is seeking a Range Safety Engineer to support missile defense initiatives. The role involves serving as a safety expert during flight tests, overseeing flight termination system requirements, and providing detailed reports on findings. Candidates must have a Master's in STEM and possess over 12 years of experience in missile defense or similar programs. Familiarity with range safety requirements and excellent communication skills are essential. A Secret Security Clearance is required.