System Safety Engineer 3

Legion Technical Solutions LLC; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Relocation bonus

Vision insurance

Job summary

Legion Technical Solutions LLC is seeking a Senior System Safety Engineer to support defense and aerospace programs in Arizona. You will lead MIL-STD-882E based safety programs and collaborate with Systems, Electrical, Software, and Test teams to ensure safety is integrated across the product lifecycle.

The role involves hazard analyses (PHA, SSHA, SHA, O&SHA), risk assessment, and documentation for internal and government customers, with opportunities to influence program reviews and safety

Qualifications

• Hands-on knowledge of MIL-STD-882E safety principles and processes.
• Experience performing system safety analyses and risk mitigation.
• Ability to develop technical documentation and communicate safety findings.
• Strong collaboration with multidisciplinary engineering teams.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain MIL-STD-882E compliant system safety programs.
• Conduct hazard analyses (PHA, SSHA, SHA, O&SHA) and risk assessments.
• Identify hazards, assess risks, and coordinate mitigation with engineering teams.
• Ensure safety requirements are integrated into hardware, software, and system architecture.
• Prepare safety reports and present findings during reviews and approvals.
• Coordinate with government customers and safety representatives throughout the lifecycle.

Skills

MIL-STD-882E system safety

Hazard analysis

Risk assessment

Technical reporting

Cross-functional collaboration

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field

Job description

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Relocation bonus
• Vision insurance

Senior System Safety Engineer

Location: Arizona | Onsite
Company: Legion Technical Solutions (LTS)
Security Clearance: Must be eligible to obtain a U.S. government security clearance. Active clearance is not required to start.

About the Opportunity

Legion Technical Solutions (LTS) is seeking an experienced Senior System Safety Engineer to support a premier defense and aerospace technology organization in Arizona.

This is an opportunity to contribute to the development of advanced defense systems, working alongside multidisciplinary engineering teams to ensure safety is integrated throughout the entire product lifecycle.

The ideal candidate will bring hands-on experience with MIL-STD-882E, system safety engineering, hazard analysis, and risk mitigation, along with the ability to collaborate effectively with engineering teams, program leadership, and government customers.

What You'll Do

• Develop, implement, and maintain system safety programs compliant with MIL-STD-882E.
• Perform system safety activities associated with MIL-STD-882 task series 100 (Management), 200 (Analysis), 300 (Evaluation), and 400 (Verification).
• Conduct comprehensive hazard analyses, including Preliminary Hazard Analyses (PHA), Subsystem Hazard Analyses (SSHA), System Hazard Analyses (SHA), and Operating & Support Hazard Analyses (O&SHA).
• Identify potential system hazards, evaluate associated risks, and collaborate with engineering teams to eliminate hazards or implement effective mitigation controls.
• Integrate safety requirements and considerations into hardware, software, firmware, and overall system architecture.
• Collaborate with Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering, Hardware Engineering, and Test Engineering teams to ensure safety requirements are properly implemented and verified.
• Prepare technical reports, hazard assessments, safety analyses, and supporting documentation for internal stakeholders and government customers.
• Present safety findings, recommendations, and risk assessments during technical reviews and formal safety approval processes.
• Interpret customer requirements, technical specifications, and applicable military standards to ensure program compliance.
• Coordinate with customer safety representatives, program management, and government approval authorities.
• Lead or support System Safety Working Groups involving engineering stakeholders and customer representatives.
• Support system safety activities throughout the product lifecycle, from initial development through production, sustainment, demilitarization, and disposal.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
• Professional experience in system safety engineering, preferably supporting aerospace, defense, military, or other complex engineered systems.
• Demonstrated knowledge and practical application of MIL-STD-882E system safety principles and processes.
• Experience performing system safety analyses, hazard identification, risk assessment, and risk mitigation activities.
• Understanding of system safety requirements and their integration into complex hardware and software systems.
• Ability to develop technical documentation, communicate safety findings, and present engineering recommendations.
• Experience collaborating with multidisciplinary engineering teams.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, technical communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work onsite in Arizona.
• Ability to obtain a U.S. government security clearance. Candidates do not need an active clearance to begin employment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience developing or managing MIL-STD-882E-compliant system safety programs.
• Familiarity with MIL-STD-882 task series 100, 200, 300, and 400.
• Experience with PHA, SSHA, SHA, O&SHA, Functional Hazard Analyses (FHA), or related safety assessments.
• Experience supporting military systems, aerospace platforms, missile systems, or other safety-critical technologies.
• Experience preparing safety assessment reports and supporting government safety approval processes.
• Experience leading or participating in System Safety Working Groups.
• Familiarity with model-based systems engineering, requirements management, and engineering verification processes.
• Experience supporting system safety activities across multiple phases of the engineering lifecycle.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• Advanced Technology: Work on sophisticated aerospace and defense systems where safety engineering is essential to mission success.
• Technical Ownership: Contribute directly to hazard identification, engineering decisions, and risk reduction strategies.
• Collaborative Environment: Partner with experienced engineering professionals across multiple technical disciplines.
• Career Development: Expand your expertise in system safety engineering and complex defense programs.
• Clearance Flexibility: Qualified candidates may begin without an active security clearance, provided they are eligible to obtain one.

About Legion Technical Solutions

Legion Technical Solutions (LTS) specializes in connecting highly skilled engineering and technical professionals with opportunities supporting leading organizations in the aerospace, defense, and advanced technology industries.

We take a personalized approach to recruiting, emphasizing technical alignment, career objectives, and long-term professional success.

Legion Technical Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to legally protected characteristics.

Reference: Senior System Safety Engineer - AZ 1699