System Safety Engineer

Leidos; Huntsville (AL); Remote; USD 89,000 - 163,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Systems Safety Engineer to join their Environmental Health and Safety Team. This role involves reviewing product systems, establishing safety requirements, and developing safety documents to support operational needs. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in System Safety, with at least 8 years of experience and the ability to work independently. Join a forward-thinking company dedicated to innovative solutions and making a significant impact in the defense sector. If you're ready to tackle complex challenges, this opportunity is for you!

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in System Safety.
• Ability to obtain a Secret Clearance.
• Experience with Government or Military programs.

Responsibilities

• Review product systems and establish safety requirements.
• Develop safety documents and participate in accident investigations.
• Perform audits and manage safety program tasks.

Skills

System Safety Fundamentals

Verbal and Written Communication

Microsoft Office

Risk Management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Technical Field

Tools

29 CFR 1910

MIL-STD-882

Job description

**Description**

Looking for an opportunity to make an impact?

At Leidos, we deliver innovative solutions through the efforts of our diverse and talented people who are dedicated to our customers’ success. We empower our teams, contribute to our communities, and operate sustainable. Everything we do is built on a commitment to do the right thing for our customers, our people, and our community. Our Mission, Vision, and Values guide the way we do business.

**Your greatest work is ahead!**

Leidos’ **Defense Systems** is seeking a Systems Safety Engineer to join our team Environmental Health and Safety Team!

**If this sounds like the kind of environment where you can thrive, keep reading!**

**Leidos Defense Systems Sector** provides a diverse portfolio of systems, solutions, and services covering land, sea, air, space, and cyberspace for customers worldwide. Solutions for Defense include enterprise and mission IT, large-scale intelligence systems, command and control, geospatial and data analytics, cybersecurity, logistics, training, and intelligence analysis and operations support. Our team is solving the world’s toughest security challenges for customers with “can’t fail” missions. To explore and learn more, click here (https://www.leidos.com/company/our-business/defense) !

**Are you ready to make an impact? Share your resume with us today!**

**Primary Responsibilities.**

+ Reviews product systems, associated support equipment and facilities, functional specifications and operations, and establishes safety requirements for assigned systems

+ Develops safety documents as required to support customer and test, operational, or range requirements

+ Participates in accident investigations involving damage to products or related facilities and assists in identification of causes and corrective actions

+ Performs audits of operational areas and reports effectiveness of the System Safety program

+ Performs minimal safety program management tasks including progress reports and tracking schedules

+ Ancillary duties may include tasks associated with environmental safety and health, hazardous materials, industrial hygiene, human factors, reliability engineering, explosive safety, directed energy (laser) safety, and/or test range safety

**Basic Qualifications.**

+ Requires a Bachelor’s of science degree in a technical field

+ Knowledge of System Safety fundamentals

+ Minimum of 8 years of System Safety experience

+ Develops solutions to complex technical issues and problems that impact multiple areas or disciplines

+ Works to achieve key project/program objectives and deliverables.

+ Ability to obtain a Secret Clearance

+ Good verbal and written skills

+ Familiar with Microsoft Office

+ Able to work with limited supervision

**Preferred Qualifications.**

+ Familiar with 29 CFR 1910 and MIL-STD-882

+ Ability to prepare high level technical reviews and presentations

+ Prior related experience with Government or Military programs

+ Experience in Risk Management

+ Familiarity with Reliability Engineering

+ Familiarity with Software Hazard Analyses

+ Demonstrable experience working with testing services suppliers in the commercial and DOD/Military

+ Familiarity with Ammunition and Explosives Safety Standards and programs.

+ Chain will be responsible for full life cycle (“cradle to grave”) subcontract management and materials management within the operations. This role will manage and lead a diverse team of procurement leaders & professionals and requires deep management and leadership knowledge cross multiple business areas.

**Original Posting:**

May 6, 2025

For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.

**Pay Range:**

Pay Range $89,700.00 - $162,150.00

The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline onlyand not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.

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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. Leidos will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories for employment in accordance with relevant Laws. Leidos is an equal opportunity employer/disability/vet.