Senior Spacecraft System Safety Lead

Jet Propulsion Laboratory; United States; On-site; USD 212,264 - 264,992; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Paid time off

Flexible schedule

Childcare support

Job summary

Jet Propulsion Laboratory is seeking a Spacecraft System Safety Manager to lead a team ensuring compliance with safety requirements for Flight and Institutional projects. The role demands significant experience in System Safety Engineering, with responsibilities including oversight of safety products and conducting safety assessments.

Ideal applicants will possess exceptional leadership and communication skills and have the ability to develop high-performance teams. The position offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• 12+ years of related experience for Bachelor's degree, 10+ for Master's, or 8+ for PhD.
• Strong expertise in System Safety Engineering.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of System Safety Engineers and Managers.
• Monitor implementation of safety requirements.
• Oversee integrity of safety products like hazard analyses.
• Conduct independent safety assessments on anomalies.

Skills

Leadership

Decision-making

Communication

Problem-solving

Change management

Strategic leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in relevant field

Master’s degree in relevant field

PhD in relevant field

Job description

Jet Propulsion Laboratory is seeking a Spacecraft System Safety Manager to lead a team ensuring compliance with safety requirements for Flight and Institutional projects. The role demands significant experience in System Safety Engineering, with responsibilities including oversight of safety products and conducting safety assessments.

Ideal applicants will possess exceptional leadership and communication skills and have the ability to develop high-performance teams. The position offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package.