Safety Critical Software Engineer

Cooperidge Consulting Firm; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 140,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Compensation

Health & Wellness benefits

401(k) with company match

Generous Paid Time Off

Professional Development opportunities

Access to advanced tools and technologies

Collaborative team culture

Career Growth potential

Flexible scheduling options

Job summary

A leading consulting firm in Washington is seeking a Safety Critical Software Engineer – Lead to drive the design and delivery of robust safety-critical software systems. You will lead the development and ensure compliance with industry standards. The ideal candidate has over 5 years of experience in safety-critical software engineering, strong experience in tool-based modeling, and is a U.S. citizen or permanent resident. This role offers competitive compensation and a collaborative work environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in systems safety software engineering or a closely related field.
• Strong background in safety-critical software development and tool-based modeling.
• Proven ability to produce compliance documentation and artifacts.
• Demonstrated experience coordinating across engineering functions to integrate safety features.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of safety-critical software applications.
• Utilize modeling tools for software design.
• Generate and manage Level of Rigor artifacts.
• Collaborate with teams to validate safety-related features.
• Serve as a technical authority on safety-critical processes.

Skills

Safety-critical software development

Tool-based modeling (Simulink/SCADE)

Compliance documentation

Cross-functional coordination

Tools

Simulink

SCADE

Job description

Cooperidge Consulting Firm is seeking a Safety Critical Software Engineer – Lead to join a high‑impact engineering team. In this role, you will drive the design and delivery of robust, compliant, and reliable safety‑critical software systems. The position involves hands‑on development, cross‑functional coordination, and oversight of rigorous safety artifacts aligned with industry standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of safety‑critical software applications, ensuring full lifecycle ownership from concept to deployment.
• Utilize modeling tools (e.g., Simulink or SCADE) for software design and translate models into efficient C/C++ implementations.
• Generate and manage Level of Rigor artifacts to support adherence to safety compliance standards.
• Collaborate closely with systems, testing, and development teams to identify, implement, and validate safety‑related features.
• Serve as a technical authority on safety‑critical processes, contributing to design reviews and compliance audits.

Requirements

Work Authorization: U.S. Citizens or Permanent Residents Only

Minimum Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in systems safety software engineering or a closely related field.
• Strong background in safety‑critical software development and tool‑based modeling (Simulink, SCADE).
• Proven ability to produce compliance documentation and artifacts tied to safety certification standards.
• Demonstrated experience coordinating across engineering functions to integrate safety features.

Preferred Experience

• Familiarity with ISO 26262 automotive safety standard.
• Understanding of MIL‑STD‑882E and its application in safety engineering.
• Experience working within ASIL‑D environments and developing solutions that meet high‑integrity requirements.

Benefits

• Competitive Compensation – Salary aligned with experience and clearance level, plus performance‑based bonuses.
• Health & Wellness – Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance; mental health resources; HSA/FSA options.
• Retirement Planning – 401(k) with company match to help secure your future.
• Paid Time Off – Generous PTO, federal holidays, and sick leave to balance work and life.
• Professional Development – Reimbursement for certifications, conferences, and advanced training.
• Cutting‑Edge Work Environment – Access to advanced tools, technologies, and classified projects at the forefront of signal processing research.
• Team Culture – Small, collaborative team setting with direct impact on project outcomes.
• Career Growth – Clear paths for advancement and opportunities to move into leadership or specialized technical roles.
• Security Perks – Roles requiring TS/SCI clearance come with stability and long‑term project funding.
• Work‑Life Balance – Flexible scheduling options where mission requirements allow.