Test System Safety Engineer

Socket.dev; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Amentum, a NASA engineering solutions provider, is seeking a Test System Safety Engineer to support ongoing and future project testing within the Engineering Crew and Thermal Systems Division. You will develop hazard analyses and ensure safety readiness for test facilities and hardware.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree in Engineering and 2–5 years experience, strong analytical and communication skills, and the ability to work across teams with NASA customers.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering and a minimum of 2–5 years of experience in the field or a related area.
• Experience in performing hazard analyses and safety compliance in accordance with JPR 1700.1, 'JSC Safety and Health Handbook'.
• Excellent communication skills and a team-oriented approach.
• Strong problem-solving capability and mentoring skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform trade-off studies, analysis, and systems interfacing, as well as performance and coordination of analyses, testing, and verification efforts.
• Analyze engineering concepts from requirements, mission needs, and/or system improvement needs.
• Actively contribute to the safety culture and foster teamwork across all sections of the Facility and Test Department, as well as with NASA customers.
• Review facility systems and associated support equipment, functional specifications, and operations, and establish risk levels and safety requirements for assigned tests and facilities.
• Independently analyze and recommend safety criteria surrounding test hardware, system design, equipment, and procedures to control or eliminate hazards.
• Concurrently perform system safety engineering for multiple programs and projects, participate in project reviews, and ensure system safety tasks and responsibilities are identified and on schedule.
• Create hazard analyses of facility hardware used in support of flight hardware testing using Hazard Analysis, Fault Tree Analysis, and Failure Modes and Effects Analysis.
• Develop hazard controls and verifications based on hazards identified.
• Research, develop, and present completed analyses to facility managers and Test Readiness Review Board.
• Perform other duties as required.

Skills

Hazard analysis

Safety compliance

Communication

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Job description

Are you passionate about human space exploration, understanding the origins of the universe, and working with a passionate and diverse team to make a difference? If you are, we need you!

We need your talent, teamwork, and energy to help us achieve great things that inspire people all over the globe. We need you to bring creative ideas and diverse backgrounds to help us envision, shape, and deliver systems that will enable the exploration of space while benefiting people here on Earth. We are excited about what we do, and we need you on our team as we take on exciting challenges for NASA's pursuits in deep space exploration. Amentum is NASA's largest engineering solutions provider working together with NASA at centers across the United States.

Our long-term client relationship with NASA has a need for aTest System Safety Engineer to support ongoing and future project testing needs within the Engineering Crew and Thermal Systems Division. This position is an integral member of the overall test team, providing guidance and analysis for various short and long-duration test environments. Working directly with the test teams, the position develops the required analysis, including a test hazard analysis and failure modes and effects analysis, based on the test articles and test environment criteria, and presents as a team member for test readiness reviews. This position also develops facility hazard analysis for the test equipment and pressure systems risk analysis and assists with other Engineering Directorates when requested.

Test System Safety Engineer will

• Perform trade-off studies, analysis, and systems interfacing, as well as performance and coordination of analyses, testing, and verification efforts
• Analyze engineering concepts from requirements, mission needs, and/or system improvement needs
• Actively contribute to the Amentum safety culture of Beyond Zero and foster a strong environment of teamwork across all sections of the Facility and Test Department, as well as Amentum and NASA customers
• Review facility systems and associated support equipment, functional specifications, and operations, and establish risk levels and safety requirements for assigned tests and facilities
• Independently analyze and recommend safety criteria surrounding test hardware, system design, equipment, and procedures to control or eliminate hazards
• Concurrently perform system safety engineering for multiple programs and projects, participate in project reviews, and ensure system safety tasks and responsibilities are identified and on schedule
• Create hazard analyses of facility hardware used in support of flight hardware testing using analytical techniques to include Hazard Analysis, Fault Tree Analysis, and Failure Modes and Effects Analysis
• Develop hazard controls and verifications based on hazards identified
• Research, develop, and present completed analyses to facility managers and Test Readiness Review Board
• Perform other duties as required

Qualifications

This position has been posted at multiple levels. Depending on the candidate's experience, requirements, and business needs, we reserve the right to consider candidates at any level for which this position has been advertised.

• Typically requires a bachelors degree in Engineering and a minimum of 2-5 years of experience in the field or in a related area.
• Experience in performing hazard analyses and safety compliance in accordance with JPR 1700.1, "JSC Safety and Health Handbook"
• Excellent communication skills and team-oriented approach
• Strong problem-solving capability and mentoring skills

Preferences

• Electrical Engineering degree and extensive documented experience in a NASA or other space-related environment
• Working knowledge of NASA and industry safety codes, standards, and processes and their application in a facility test system environment is highly desired

Why Work on Our Team?

Click on the below links to view just a small sample of all that we do! Come join our team and be part of our future. We look forward to seeing you! In addition to exciting career opportunities, we also have:

• Excellent personal and professional career growth
• 9/80 work schedule, when applicable
• Onsite cafeteria (breakfast & lunch)
• Much, much more!

• Proof of U.S. Citizenship or US Permanent Residency is a requirement for this position.
• Must be able to complete a U.S. government background investigation.
• Management has the prerogative to select at any level for which the position is advertised.

Essential Functions

Work Environment

Generally, an office environment, but can involve inside or outside work depending on the task.

Physical Requirements

Work may involve sitting or standing for extended periods (90% of the time). May require lifting and carrying up to 25 lbs. (5% of the time).

Equipment and Machines

Standard office equipment (PC, telephone, printer, etc.).

Attendance

Regular attendance in accordance with the established work schedule is critical. Ability to work outside normal schedule and adjust the schedule to meet peak periods and surge requirements.

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Compensation Details

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The compensation range or hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good-faith estimate of what the company intends to offer for this role at the time this posting was issued. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and relevant laws.

Benefits Overview

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to support you and your priorities. Offerings include:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off and holidays
• Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)
• Educational reimbursement
• Parental leave
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Tax-saving options
• Disability and life insurance
• Pet insurance

Note: Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits.

Original Posting

08/16/2026 - Until Filled

Amentum anticipates this job requisition will remain open for at least three days, with a closing date no earlier than three days after the original posting. This timeline may change based on business needs.

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