System Safety EngineerFLRAA

PDS Tech Commercial, Inc.; Fort Worth (TX); Remote; Full time

Job summary

Join a high-impact engineering team as a System Safety Engineer for the Future Long Range Assault Aircraft (FLRAA) program. You'll lead safety engineering tasks, ensuring the safety of critical military aviation systems. This remote-authorized role offers a flexible schedule and competitive pay, making it an ideal opportunity for those passionate about aviation safety.

Benefits

Flexible 9x80 Schedule

Competitive Compensation

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

401K Plan

Paid Sick Leave

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in aerospace or defense safety programs.
• In-depth knowledge of MIL-STD-882 and SAE ARP-4761/ARP-4754.

Responsibilities

• Lead system safety engineering tasks throughout the product lifecycle.
• Perform advanced safety assessments including hazard assessments.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to identify and mitigate risks.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Problem Solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a STEM field

Tools

Model-Based Systems Engineering

Model-Based Safety Analysis

Job description

System Safety Engineer – FLRAA | Fort Worth, TX (Remote Authorized)
Pay Rate: $65.00–$95.00/hour | 1st Shift | 9x80 Schedule
Initial On-Site Week in Fort Worth (Travel Expenses Reimbursed)

Shape the Future of Military Aviation Safety

Join a high-impact engineering team at the forefront of aviation innovation. As a System Safety Engineer on the Future Long Range Assault Aircraft (FLRAA) program, you’ll be instrumental in advancing safety-critical systems that support one of the U.S. military’s most groundbreaking rotorcraft platforms.

This is more than a role—it's a mission-critical opportunity to ensure the safety and success of the next generation of vertical lift technology.

What You’ll Do

In this role, you’ll apply your expertise in both military and civil aviation safety standards to:

• Lead and execute system safety engineering tasks throughout the full product lifecycle—from hazard identification and requirements analysis to testing and verification

• Perform advanced safety assessments including:

  • Aircraft & System Functional Hazard Assessments (AFHA/SFHA)

  • Preliminary/System Safety Assessments (PSSA/SSA)

  • Zonal Safety Analysis (ZSA), Particular Risk Analysis (PRA), and Common Mode Analysis (CMA)

  • MIL-STD-882 analyses such as PHA, SHA, SSHA, O&SHA, HHA, SAR, and FMECA

• Collaborate with multi-disciplinary engineering teams to identify and mitigate system risks

• Prepare and present safety documentation to internal leadership and external stakeholders

• Utilize model-based systems engineering (MBSE) and model-based safety analysis (MBSA) tools to support analysis and traceability

What You Bring

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in a STEM field (engineering, science, technology, or math)

• 2+ years of experience supporting structured safety programs in aerospace or defense

• In-depth knowledge of MIL-STD-882 and SAE ARP-4761/ARP-4754 safety processes

• Experience in safety assessments and analysis across the software and system lifecycle (e.g. DO-178C, AMCOM385-17)

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills in highly integrated systems

• Ability to communicate complex technical concepts clearly and collaborate across teams

• Must be eligible for Secret Security Clearance

• This position requires use of information or access to facilities subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or Export Administration Regulations (EAR). These regulations may limit access of controlled technologies: 1) to U.S. Persons, including U.S. Citizens, lawful permanent residents, and other narrow categories including refugees and asylees, or 2) to certain foreign nationals that have received an export license.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Advanced degree in a relevant discipline

• Experience in model-based safety analysis (MBSA)

• Familiarity with rotary-wing or military aircraft systems

• Background as a military aviator, aircraft technician, or similar aviation-related experience

Why You’ll Love Working Here

This is a rare opportunity to combine technical challenge, mission impact, and work-life balance in a single role. Here’s what makes this position stand out:

• Remote Authorized – Work where you're most effective, with a brief on-site start

• Flexible 9x80 Schedule – Enjoy every other Friday off

• High-Impact Program – Contribute to a nationally strategic aviation platform

• Collaborative Culture – Be part of a team that values innovation, integrity, and continuous improvement

• Competitive Compensation – Earn up to $95/hour based on experience

Take the Next Step in Your Career

Your expertise in system safety can make a real difference. If you're ready to work on leading-edge defense technology in a role that challenges and inspires—we want to hear from you.

Apply now and help shape the future of military aviation.

Pay Details: $65.00 to $95.00 per hour

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

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The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:

• The California Fair Chance Act
• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance