Systems Engineer - E2 (System Safety)

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

Standard Job Description

You will be a System Safety Engineer (SSE) for the Lockheed Martin Missiles and Fire Control team. Our team is responsible for ensuring the safety of products developed and sold to customers, with a focus on protecting the warfighter.

What You Will Be Doing

As the System Safety Engineer (SSE) Sr, you will be responsible for performing hazard analyses and recommending safety features to mitigate or eliminate hazards in system design, software, training, and procedures. You will work independently to develop and implement system safety programs, with a focus on supporting the Advanced Programs Line of Business. Your responsibilities will include:

• Developing hazard analyses and safety assessments
• Analyzing and recommending safety criteria in system design and procedures
• Preparing and delivering technical presentations and documentation
• Coordinating and leading System Safety Working Group meetings
• Reviewing specifications and design changes for adverse impacts to system safety
• Participating in accident investigations and identifying corrective actions

Why Join Us

Do you want to be part of a company culture that empowers employees to think big, lead with a growth mindset, and make the impossible a reality? We provide the resources and give you the flexibility to enable inspiration and focus. If you have the passion and courage to dream big, work hard, and have fun doing what you love then we want to build a better tomorrow with you.

We offer flexible work schedules to comprehensive benefits investing in your future and security. Learn more about Lockheed Martin’s comprehensive benefits package here.

Further Information About This Opportunity

This position can be filled in Grand Prairie, Tx. Discover more about our Dallas, Texas location.

MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN - This position is located at a facility that requires special access. The selected candidate must have the ability to obtain a Secret Security Clearance.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college in an engineering discipline
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Ability to make formal presentations to large groups
• Interacts well in a team atmosphere with engineers, suppliers, program managers and customers
• Experience developing and evaluating system safety requirements
• Familiarity with MIL-STD-882 and its associated analyses or NASA System Safety Handbook
• Ability to obtain a DoD Secret security clearance

Desired Skills

• Experience supporting independent government Safety Review Boards
• Knowledge of Human Factors Engineering
• Familiarity with missile and launcher systems
• Familiarity with implementing a Software Safety Program IAW AOP-52 and DoD guidelines
• Secret clearance with current 6-year background check
• Model-based engineering knowledge
• Experience with DOORS or other requirements application
• Candidate should be a self-starter capable of performing tasks with little direction
• Effective analytical problem solving skills, the ability to perform detail-oriented work with a high degree of accuracy
• Able to learn and work with System Safety specific software tools

Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range: $70500.00 - $130900.00

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The salary range for this position is as listed on the requisition. Please note that the salary information listed is a general guideline only. Lockheed Martin considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/ training, key skills as well as market(work location) and business considerations when extending an offer.

Benefits offered:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible work arrangements and schedules (e.g., 4x10), 401(k) match, Paid time off, Holidays, Parental Leave, EAP, Flexible Spending Accounts, Education Assistance, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability.
• Annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs may be offered depending on the position. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and can vary from year to year and are tied to a range of performance metrics.
• For (Washington state applicants only) Non-represented full-time employees: accrue at least 10 hours per month of Paid Time Off (PTO) to be used for incidental absences and other reasons; receive at least 90 hours for holidays. Represented full time employees accrue 6.67 hours of Vacation per month; accrue up to 52 hours of sick leave annually; receive at least 96 hours for holidays. PTO, Vacation, sick leave, and holiday hours are prorated based on start date during the calendar year.