Senior Systems Safety Engineer - Irvine, CA

DZYNE Technologies LLC.; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 131,000 - 195,000; Full time

Job summary

DZYNE Technologies LLC. seeks a Senior Systems Safety Engineer in Irvine, CA, to advance safety across aerospace defense systems. This on-site role emphasizes rigorous MIL-STD-882 analyses, safety artefacts, and cross-functional collaboration with military services’ review boards.

You will develop and validate system safety requirements, perform hazard analyses, and ensure safety is integrated from design through verification. Strong communication and leadership are essential.

Qualifications

• Experience applying MIL-STD-882 safety engineering principles and analyses such as PHA/HA/FTA/SSHA.
• Ability to develop and approve system safety artifacts and requirements.
• Knowledge of MIL-STD-810 and MIL-STD-2105 in hardware/software contexts.
• Strong written and verbal communication with leadership and customers.

Responsibilities

• Apply safety engineering principles per MIL-STD-882 and JSSSEH guidelines.
• Prepare safety analyses and artifacts including PHAs, FHAs, SHAs/SSHAs, Fault Trees.
• Identify safety issues, propose mitigations, and drive actions.
• Develop, review, update and approve system safety requirements with review boards.

Skills

System safety

Hazard analysis

MIL-STD-882

Software safety

MIL-STD-810

Communication

Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s in STEM

Advanced degrees may substitute

Job description

Autonomous Defense for the World’s Most Critical Missions

THE FUTURE OF AUTONOMOUS DEFENSE STARTS HERE

DZYNE is comprised of the top minds in the field, proven in their ability to not only conceive of groundbreaking designs, but also to deliver functioning systems with precision, agility and innovation at every turn. Our expertise lies in aerodynamics, structural design, systems engineering, flight test, artificial intelligence, and software development. We are the future of autonomous defense ecosystems.

From engineering and programming to operations, DZYNE Technologies is seeking talented individuals ready to take on meaningful challenges and help develop industry-defining technology. We offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and a culture built on innovation, teamwork, integrity, and customer service.

DZYNE is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. DZYNE complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which our company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms.

Position:Senior Systems Safety Engineer - Irvine, CA

Location: Irvine, CA

Job Id:1244

# of Openings:1

About DZYNE

DZYNE Technologies is leading the future of autonomous defense. Based in Irvine, California, we develop and manufacture advanced airborne and ground-based defense solutions deployed in over 50 countries. Backed by U.S. Government Programs of Record, our technologies are field-proven, scalable, and production-ready.

We’re growing fast, and looking for innovators ready to make an impact. At DZYNE, you’ll join a culture built on collaboration, integrity, and purpose. We celebrate wins, value diverse perspectives, and support every team member’s success.

Ready to do work that matters? Join us.

Position Title: Senior Systems Safety Engineer

Location: Irvine, CA

Work Arrangement: On-site

Position Summary

DZYNE is seeking a Senior Systems Safety Engineer to work with in our Expendables Division out of Irvine, CA. Our success is grounded in our ability to embrace change, move quickly and continuously drive innovation. The successful candidate will be collaborative, open, transparent, and team-oriented with a focus on team empowerment & shared responsibility, flexibility, continuous learning, and a culture of automation. This is an exciting, challenging and specialized role for a talented, energized and innovative individual who wants to pursue growth in Systems Safety Engineering.

Required Duties and Responsibilities:

• Apply knowledge, methodologies, and principles of safety engineering as defined in MIL-STD-882 and software safety engineering as outlined in the Joint Software System Safety Engineering Handbook (JSSSEH).
• Prepare System Safety Engineering analysis and Generate documents in accordance with MIL-STD-882E and MIL-STD-2105 including PHAs, FHAs, SHAs/SSHAs, Bent Pin Analyses, Fault Tree Analyses, non-nuclear Munitions and Software System Safety Analyses.
• Identify system safety issues, propose solutions and ensure appropriate action is taken to mitigate safety issues
• Develop, review, update and approve System Safety Artifacts and System Safety Requirements in coordination with Military Services’ system safety review boards

Required Skills/Qualifications:

• 8+years of relevant experience (Advanced degrees may substitute for years of relevant professional experience)
• Demonstrated ability to apply system safety engineering principles in accordance with MIL-STD-882 and analyses such as preliminary hazard analyses, function/system/subsystem hazard analyses, fault tree analyses, software system safety analyses and safety assessment reports
• Demonstrated ability to apply MIL-STD-810 and MIL-STD-2105
• Ability to analyze, recommend, and drive safety into system design, equipment, and procedures to mitigate or eliminate hazards
• Ability to develop, review, update and approve system safety artifacts and system safety requirements
• Understanding of requirements development, system/software architecture, hardware/software design, software code implementation, test, verification, and validation
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, and the ability to effectively communicate with all levels of leadership and customers

Preferred Skills/Qualifications:

• Demonstrated ability to apply system safety engineering specifically within US Navy applications and all associated deliverables and Safety Review Boards (e.g. FISTRP, WSESRB, HERO, Battery Safety Review)

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in STEM discipline
• Advanced degrees (Master’s of PhD) may substitute for years of relevant professional experience

Clearance Level Required: Secret - Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government Secret security clearance, as required for the role.

This position requires access to information and technology subject to U.S. export control laws and regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). As a result, employment is contingent upon meeting applicable export control eligibility requirements and compliance obligations.

Working Conditions:

The diversity of work conditions may range from an environment where there is little or no physical discomfort, such as a general office environment, to warehouse and other facilities.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job:

• Must have the ability to stop, stand, climb, occasionally lift a minimum of 25 lbs.
• Involves movement between departments, floors, and worksites to facilitate work.

Work Authorization Requirement:
Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without the need for current or future employment visa sponsorship.

Salary: $131,000 – 195,000 annually

Salary depends on relevant work experience, education, training, essential skills, and/or other factors such as specialized or high-demand professions. In addition to the annual salary, the position will be eligible for an annual bonus. The pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of salary or annual bonus.

Our benefits areDZYNE’edfor your overall health and financial wellness. DZYNE offers a comprehensive healthcare benefits package.Base dental, vision, life, accident, disability, and other core benefits are fully covered by DZYNE.DZYNE provides paid time off and paid holidays. Additionally, DZYNE offers a 401 (k) plan with an employer match and immediate vesting.

DZYNE Technologies is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. In addition to federal law requirements, DZYNE Technologies complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which our company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment.