Software Safety Engineer
Huntsville, AL · On-site
... weapon system safety concepts • Develop and refine software safety criteria and standards • ... in hazardous item contracts • Provide software engineering support during fielding and ...
Huntsville, AL · On-site
... weapon system safety concepts • Develop and refine software safety criteria and standards • ... in hazardous item contracts • Provide software engineering support during fielding and ...
Huntsville, AL · On-site
... weapon system safety concepts • Develop and refine software safety criteria and standards • ... in hazardous item contracts • Provide software engineering support during fielding and ...
Huntsville, AL · On-site
... weapon system safety concepts • Develop and refine software safety criteria and standards • ... in hazardous item contracts • Provide software engineering support during fielding and ...
Huntsville, AL · On-site
... weapon system safety concepts • Develop and refine software safety criteria and standards • ... in hazardous item contracts • Provide software engineering support during fielding and ...
Huntsville, AL · On-site
Medical
Retirement
PTO
... contract requirements packages (CRP) for energetic payloads and fuzing systems ... Investigate and resolve technical discrepancies in weapons systems, identify root causes, and lead ...
Huntsville, AL · On-site
Medical
Retirement
PTO
... contract requirements packages (CRP) for energetic payloads and fuzing systems ... Investigate and resolve technical discrepancies in weapons systems, identify root causes, and lead ...
Huntsville, AL · On-site
Medical
Retirement
PTO
... contract requirements packages (CRP) for energetic payloads and fuzing systems ... Investigate and resolve technical discrepancies in weapons systems, identify root causes, and lead ...
Huntsville, AL · On-site
Medical
Retirement
PTO
... contract requirements packages (CRP) for energetic payloads and fuzing systems ... Investigate and resolve technical discrepancies in weapons systems, identify root causes, and lead ...
Huntsville, AL · On-site
Medical
Retirement
PTO
... contract requirements packages (CRP) for energetic payloads and fuzing systems ... Investigate and resolve technical discrepancies in weapons systems, identify root causes, and lead ...
Huntsville, AL · On-site
Medical
Retirement
PTO
... contract requirements packages (CRP) for energetic payloads and fuzing systems ... Investigate and resolve technical discrepancies in weapons systems, identify root causes, and lead ...
Huntsville, AL · On-site
$97K/yr
Our approach couples the latest technology with engineering expertise and analytical proficiency ... Analyze contract issues and coordinate recommended solutions * Manage the full life cycle of ...
Huntsville, AL · On-site
$97K/yr
Our approach couples the latest technology with engineering expertise and analytical proficiency ... Analyze contract issues and coordinate recommended solutions * Manage the full life cycle of ...
Huntsville, AL · On-site
$97K/yr
Our approach couples the latest technology with engineering expertise and analytical proficiency ... Analyze contract issues and coordinate recommended solutions * Manage the full life cycle of ...
Huntsville, AL · On-site
$97K/yr
Our approach couples the latest technology with engineering expertise and analytical proficiency ... Analyze contract issues and coordinate recommended solutions * Manage the full life cycle of ...
Huntsville, AL · On-site
... DOD contracts, desiredGD&T application experience, desiredBasic knowledge in military weapons ... engineers to ensure that all requirements are identified, captured and analyzed such that design ...
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Huntsville, AL · On-site
... DOD contracts, desiredGD&T application experience, desiredBasic knowledge in military weapons ... engineers to ensure that all requirements are identified, captured and analyzed such that design ...
Huntsville, AL · On-site
Medical
Retirement
PTO
... contract requirements packages (CRP) for energetic payloads and fuzing systems ... Investigate and resolve technical discrepancies in weapons systems, identify root causes, and lead ...
Huntsville, AL · On-site
Medical
Retirement
PTO
... contract requirements packages (CRP) for energetic payloads and fuzing systems ... Investigate and resolve technical discrepancies in weapons systems, identify root causes, and lead ...
Huntsville, AL · On-site
$97K - $133K/yr
... Engineering (TN-MDSE) contract managed by the Missile Defense Agency. Job Requirements ... of the GMD Weapon System • Coordinate with Prime contractor development, and contractor ...
Huntsville, AL · On-site
$97K - $133K/yr
... Engineering (TN-MDSE) contract managed by the Missile Defense Agency. Job Requirements ... of the GMD Weapon System • Coordinate with Prime contractor development, and contractor ...
Huntsville, AL · On-site
$97K - $133K/yr
... Defense Systems Engineering (TN-MDSE) contract managed by the Missile Defense Agency ... the GMD Weapon System Coordinate with Prime contractor development, and contractor/Government ...
Huntsville, AL · On-site
$97K - $133K/yr
... Defense Systems Engineering (TN-MDSE) contract managed by the Missile Defense Agency ... the GMD Weapon System Coordinate with Prime contractor development, and contractor/Government ...
Huntsville, AL · On-site
$103K - $140K/yr
... and weapon systems portfolios. In this role, you will act as a force multiplier, bridging ... Collaborate directly with senior government stakeholders, program managers, and sibling contract ...
Huntsville, AL · On-site
$103K - $140K/yr
... and weapon systems portfolios. In this role, you will act as a force multiplier, bridging ... Collaborate directly with senior government stakeholders, program managers, and sibling contract ...
Huntsville, AL · On-site
$103K - $140K/yr
... and weapon systems portfolios. In this role, you will act as a force multiplier, bridging ... Collaborate directly with senior government stakeholders, program managers, and sibling contract ...
Huntsville, AL · On-site
$103K - $140K/yr
... and weapon systems portfolios. In this role, you will act as a force multiplier, bridging ... Collaborate directly with senior government stakeholders, program managers, and sibling contract ...
Huntsville, AL · On-site
Medical
Dental
Vision
Retirement
PTO
Develop technical documentation, procedures, work instructions, and contract deliverables ... Experience supporting Ground Weapon System (GWS) Product Teams, including GFC, GSS, IDT, or similar ...
Huntsville, AL · On-site
Medical
Dental
Vision
Retirement
PTO
Develop technical documentation, procedures, work instructions, and contract deliverables ... Experience supporting Ground Weapon System (GWS) Product Teams, including GFC, GSS, IDT, or similar ...
Huntsville, AL · On-site
$99K - $131K/yr
... contracts, desired * GD&T application experience, desired * Basic knowledge in military weapons ... Work with systems engineers to ensure that all requirements are identified, captured and analyzed ...
Huntsville, AL · On-site
$99K - $131K/yr
... contracts, desired * GD&T application experience, desired * Basic knowledge in military weapons ... Work with systems engineers to ensure that all requirements are identified, captured and analyzed ...
$99K - $131K/yr
... contracts, desired * GD&T application experience, desired * Basic knowledge in military weapons ... Work with systems engineers to ensure that all requirements are identified, captured and analyzed ...
$99K - $131K/yr
... contracts, desired * GD&T application experience, desired * Basic knowledge in military weapons ... Work with systems engineers to ensure that all requirements are identified, captured and analyzed ...
U.S. Navy Weapon System Explosives Safety Review Board (WSESRB), Joint Services Insensitive ... Experience in developing input to contract documents, such as Statements of Work and Performance ...
U.S. Navy Weapon System Explosives Safety Review Board (WSESRB), Joint Services Insensitive ... Experience in developing input to contract documents, such as Statements of Work and Performance ...
Huntsville, AL · On-site
$180K - $215K/yr
U.S. Navy Weapon System Explosives Safety Review Board (WSESRB), Joint Services Insensitive ... Experience in developing input to contract documents, such as Statements of Work and Performance ...
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Huntsville, AL · On-site
$180K - $215K/yr
U.S. Navy Weapon System Explosives Safety Review Board (WSESRB), Joint Services Insensitive ... Experience in developing input to contract documents, such as Statements of Work and Performance ...
Huntsville, AL · On-site
$116K/yr
... Test and Engineering Support (RTES) Contract , supporting the IDAP Division. REQUIRED ... weapon system platforms. * Contributing to and documenting flight operations and flight test ...
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Huntsville, AL · On-site
$116K/yr
... Test and Engineering Support (RTES) Contract , supporting the IDAP Division. REQUIRED ... weapon system platforms. * Contributing to and documenting flight operations and flight test ...
Huntsville, AL · On-site
... Test and Engineering Support (RTES) Contract , supporting the IDAP Division. REQUIRED ... weapon system platforms. * Contributing to and documenting flight operations and flight test ...
Huntsville, AL · On-site
... Test and Engineering Support (RTES) Contract , supporting the IDAP Division. REQUIRED ... weapon system platforms. * Contributing to and documenting flight operations and flight test ...
| Aspect | Contract Weapons Engineer | Contract Mechanical Engineer |
|---|---|---|
| Required Credentials | Bachelor's in Engineering, security clearances, specialized weapons certifications | Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering, relevant certifications |
| Work Environment | Defense contractors, government facilities, labs | Manufacturing plants, design firms, industrial settings |
| Employer & Industry Usage | Defense, aerospace, military contractors | Manufacturing, automotive, aerospace industries |
| Common Search & Comparison | Yes | Yes |
The Contract Weapons Engineer primarily focuses on designing, testing, and maintaining weapon systems within defense and aerospace sectors, often requiring security clearances. In contrast, Contract Mechanical Engineers work on a broader range of mechanical systems across various industries. While both roles involve engineering expertise, the Contract Weapons Engineer specializes in defense-related projects with specific certifications and security requirements.

Full-time
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Key Responsibilities
• Provide supervision, guidance, and direction for assigned system development safety activities
• Evaluate and coordinate missile and weapon system safety concepts
• Develop and refine software safety criteria and standards
• Perform independent safety analyses, studies, and design evaluations of systems and subsystems
• Ensure proper implementation of risk management processes across weapon system lifecycles
• Oversee execution of programmatic software safety activities
• Ensure safety requirements are properly included in hazardous item contracts
• Provide software engineering support during fielding and sustainment phases
• Support safety compliance across research, development, testing, and deployment
Required Qualifications
• Bachelor's degree required
• 15+ years of recent, relevant experience
(In lieu of degree: 19+ years of related experience considered)
• Secret Clearance required (or ability to obtain); U.S. Citizenship required
• Extensive experience supporting DoD weapon systems or related programs
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11 - 50 Employees
Newark, NJ, US
2018