Systems Safety Engineer

JRC Careers; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Employee benefits program

Contribution to DoD programs

Collaborative work environment

Growth and development opportunities

Job summary

JRC Careers seeks a Conventional Safety & Certification lead to plan and manage safety requirements for LOC missiles, ensuring verification and certification in accordance with DoD policies. You will interact with government and industry partners to uphold safety standards and drive program success.

The role demands 5+ years in defense system engineering, strong policy knowledge, and active Top Secret clearance, with frequent travel and collaboration across teams to deliver critical mission

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering is required.
• Minimum 5 years of defense system engineering on an MDAP.
• Knowledge of DoD 5000.69 and Joint Services Weapon System Safety Review.
• Knowledge of MIL-STD-882E and JS-SSA safety.
• Experience with missile system design, integration, and verification.
• Strong communication with DoD stakeholders and TS clearance.

Responsibilities

• Serve as principal engineer to assess system, missile, and ordnance safety policy and derive verifiable requirements.
• Lead oversight and approval of contractor safety features in missile designs.
• Represent LOC missile equities at command safety meetings and forums.
• Collaborate with external partners to assess and document safety features and compliance.
• Advise as safety expert and monitor safety program changes and impacts on LOC missile.
• Support safety certification activities to prove readiness for certification.
• Support safety certification activities involving missile and flight-system equities.
• Identify and mitigate technical risks across development and deployment lifecycle.
• Prepare materials and provide technical input during safety reviews and certification.

Skills

System safety

Missile policy

Safety reviews

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Tools

DoD 5000.69

MIL-STD-882E

JS-SSA Processes

DoD 5000-series policies

Job description

Who We Are(video)

At JRC, we tackle some of the toughest challenges faced by the Department of Defense (DoD) and other government agencies. Our expertise in engineering innovation and semiconductor technologies allows us to deliver mission-critical microelectronics solutions, aerospace systems engineering, and cutting-edge research and development. By joining JRC, you’ll be part of a team that supports strategic deterrence and defense missions, playing a crucial role in ensuring the safety and security of the United States and its allies.

Join JRC's DIVISION Team!

The Conventional Safety & Certification lead (SP04732) for the Limited Operational Capability (LOC) branch (SP047) is responsible for planning and managing conventional safety requirements, overseeing implementation, ensuring verification, and supporting certification for the LOC missile. This position is responsible for managing the implementation of DoD Instruction 5000.69, DoD Joint Services Weapon and Laser System Safety Review Processes, at the flight-system and missile level to implement system safety review procedures and process when performing weapon system safety reviews. This position is responsible for implementing policies and procedures to achieve LOC missile safety certifications for missile processing and handling ashore and deployment afloat.

What You'll Do

• Serve as the principal engineer to assess system, missile, and ordnance safety policy and flow down implementable and verifiable missile requirements


• Lead oversight and approval of contractor safety feature implementation into missile and missile support equipment designs


• Represents LOC missile equities at Command-level safety meetings and forums


• Work collaboratively with external partners to assess, support, and document safety features and compliance within the baseline missile design(s)


• Advise as a safety expert and remain abreast of safety program changes and potential impacts to the LOC missile


• Support safety certification activities to proof, exercise, and assess readiness for safety certification


• Support safety certification activities that involve missile and flight-system equities


• Identify and mitigate technical risks across the system development and deployed lifecycle.


• Prepare material, support preparations, and provide technical advice during safety reviews and certification activities


• Work collaboratively with Weapon Integration Systems Engineering (WISE) team to achieve NOSSA and WSSERB safety certifications

What You Bring to the Table

• Bachelor's degree in engineering (Mechanical, Aerospace, Electrical, Systems, or related discipline).


• Minimum 5 years of experience in defense system engineering on an MDAP.


• Extensive knowledge of DoD Manual 5000.69, DoD Joint Services Weapon System Safety Review Process


• Knowledge of MIL-STD-882E, Standard Practice for System Safety


• Knowledge of Joint Services Software Safety Authorities (JS-SSA) Software System Safety Implementation Process and Tasks supporting MIL-STD-882E


• Knowledge of the DoD 5000-series acquisition policies, including DoDI 5000.88 and 5000.02.


• Demonstrated experience in missile systems design, integration, and verification.


• Strong communication skills and ability to interface with OSD, Service PEOs, and FFRDC stakeholders.


• Active or recently adjudicated Top Secret clearance.

Bonus Points

• Master's degree in Systems Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related field.


• DAWIA Advanced Certification in Engineering or Program Management.


• INCOSE CSEP/ESEP certification.


• Experience supporting nuclear-capable or strategic missile programs.

Additional Information:

This position requires regular interaction with senior DoW, FFRDC, and industry leadership. Travel (~ 50%) to test ranges, contractor facilities, weapons facilities, and government labs is required to support technical and programmatic reviews, integration events, and milestone readiness assessments.

At JRC we offer...

• A competitive compensation package


• An exceptional employee benefits program, providing support for our team members' well-being and success


• The chance to contribute to a high-profile Department of Defense programs and make a positive impact


• A collaborative work environment where teamwork, creativity, and innovation thrive


• Opportunities for professional growth and development, helping you advance your career