Senior DoD System Safety Engineer – Risk & Compliance

Qualis LLC; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible scheduling

Positive work environment

Professional growth opportunities

Job summary

A defense contracting company is seeking an experienced System Safety Engineer to join their team in Huntsville, AL. This role involves ensuring compliance with DoD standards and performing risk assessments across various phases of the weapon system lifecycle. The ideal candidate needs a Bachelor's degree in a relevant engineering field, at least 15 years of experience with large DoD systems, and a Secret security clearance. Strong collaboration and analytical skills are essential as the role involves developing safety requirements and conducting hazard analyses.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an ABET-accredited university.
• 15 years of experience on large complex DoD systems.
• Possess Secret security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Identify, analyze, and control hazards across the weapon system lifecycle.
• Develop and implement safety requirements to mitigate risks.
• Conduct Functional Hazard Analysis (FHA) and System Safety Hazard Analysis (SSHA).
• Support development of System Safety Program Plans and Safety Verification Plans.

Skills

Advanced mathematical techniques

Safety-related principles

Risk management

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant engineering field

Tools

Safety tools and databases

Job description

A defense contracting company is seeking an experienced System Safety Engineer to join their team in Huntsville, AL. This role involves ensuring compliance with DoD standards and performing risk assessments across various phases of the weapon system lifecycle. The ideal candidate needs a Bachelor's degree in a relevant engineering field, at least 15 years of experience with large DoD systems, and a Secret security clearance. Strong collaboration and analytical skills are essential as the role involves developing safety requirements and conducting hazard analyses.