Senior System Safety Engineer – DoD Missile Systems (Secret)

Lockheed Martin Corporation; Grand Prairie (TX); On-site; USD 71,000 - 131,000; Full time

Job summary

Lockheed Martin Corporation in Grand Prairie, Texas, seeks a System Safety Engineer (SSE) Sr to perform hazard analyses and develop safety features across system design, software, training, and procedures. You will lead safety programs and present technical findings to stakeholders.

The role focuses on supporting Advanced Programs within the business, requiring strong communication and DoD clearance eligibility. On-site work at Grand Prairie is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering from an accredited college.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to present to large groups.
• Team-oriented with engineers, suppliers, PMs and customers.
• Experience developing and evaluating system safety requirements.
• Familiarity with MIL-STD-882 and NASA System Safety Handbook.
• Ability to obtain a DoD Secret security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Perform hazard analyses and recommend safety features to mitigate hazards.
• Develop and implement system safety programs for Advanced Programs.
• Prepare and deliver technical presentations and documentation.
• Lead System Safety Working Group meetings.
• Review specs and design changes for safety impacts.
• Participate in accident investigations and identify corrective actions.

Skills

Communication skills

Public speaking

Team collaboration

System safety requirements

MIL-STD-882 familiarity

DoD security clearance

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering

Job description

Lockheed Martin Corporation in Grand Prairie, Texas, seeks a System Safety Engineer (SSE) Sr to perform hazard analyses and develop safety features across system design, software, training, and procedures. You will lead safety programs and present technical findings to stakeholders.

The role focuses on supporting Advanced Programs within the business, requiring strong communication and DoD clearance eligibility. On-site work at Grand Prairie is expected.