Senior DoD Missile Systems Safety Engineer

Basic Commerce & Industries Inc; Dahlgren (VA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Basic Commerce & Industries Inc. in Dahlgren, VA seeks a Senior Systems Engineer to support Missile safety programs for DoD weapon systems. The role demands deep expertise in system safety, systems engineering, and program execution within a fast-paced defense environment.

The candidate will lead safety analyses in MIL-STD 882, develop safety documentation, and mentor engineers while coordinating with Navy and Joint programs. US citizenship required and security clearance eligibility.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or technical discipline or military operational experience at E7+.
• 15+ years in DoD weapon systems or equivalent US Navy/civil service/industry experience.
• 5 years in DoD systems engineering for MIL-STD 882 safety analyses and reports.
• Experience with Navy/Joint combat systems; missile programs is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform safety analyses and system safety documentation in line with MIL-STD 882.
• Lead safety engineers and provide training and mentoring.
• Develop and maintain system safety plans and risk assessments.
• Prepare reports and briefs for formal review boards.
• Travel CONUS up to 5-10%.

Skills

DoD System Safety

Systems Engineering

Presentation skills

Leadership

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's Degree in engineering or technical discipline

Tools

MS Office (Word/Excel/PowerPoint)

Job description

Basic Commerce & Industries Inc. in Dahlgren, VA seeks a Senior Systems Engineer to support Missile safety programs for DoD weapon systems. The role demands deep expertise in system safety, systems engineering, and program execution within a fast-paced defense environment.

The candidate will lead safety analyses in MIL-STD 882, develop safety documentation, and mentor engineers while coordinating with Navy and Joint programs. US citizenship required and security clearance eligibility.