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You will be a System Safety Engineer for the System Safety Engineering Team which is responsible for ensuring the safety and mission success of the F22 aircraft. What You Will Be Doing As the System ...
You will be a System Safety Engineer for the System Safety Engineering Team which is responsible for ensuring the safety and mission success of the F22 aircraft. What You Will Be Doing As the System ...
You will be a System Safety Engineer for the System Safety Engineering Team which is responsible for ensuring the safety and mission success of the F22 aircraft. What You Will Be Doing As the System ...
You will be a System Safety Engineer for the System Safety Engineering Team which is responsible for ensuring the safety and mission success of the F22 aircraft. What You Will Be Doing As the System ...
You will be a System Safety Engineer for the System Safety Engineering Team which is responsible for ensuring the safety and mission success of the F22 aircraft. What You Will Be Doing As the System ...
You will be a System Safety Engineer for the System Safety Engineering Team which is responsible for ensuring the safety and mission success of the F22 aircraft. What You Will Be Doing As the System ...
You will be a System Safety Engineer for the System Safety Engineering Team which is responsible for ensuring the safety and mission success of the F22 aircraft. What You Will Be Doing As the System ...
You will be a System Safety Engineer for the System Safety Engineering Team which is responsible for ensuring the safety and mission success of the F22 aircraft. What You Will Be Doing As the System ...
System Safety Engineer (Job ID:4371) Location: Huntsville, AL Remote Status: On-Site Job Id: 4371 # of Openings: 1 System Safety Engineer Contingent Upon Customer Approval Purpose: * Valkyrie ...
System Safety Engineer (Job ID:4371) Location: Huntsville, AL Remote Status: On-Site Job Id: 4371 # of Openings: 1 System Safety Engineer Contingent Upon Customer Approval Purpose: * Valkyrie ...
Engage the Lead System Safety Engineer and Portfolio Engineering Lead for guidance on technical execution, artifact review, attending customer reviews, etc. * Support multi-IPT program meetings to ...
Engage the Lead System Safety Engineer and Portfolio Engineering Lead for guidance on technical execution, artifact review, attending customer reviews, etc. * Support multi-IPT program meetings to ...
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As a System Safety Engineer, you will be part of a team of experienced safety and specialty engineers working on various missile launching system programs. Your primary responsibility will be to ...
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Liverpool, NY · On-site
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Principal System Safety Engineer
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Principal System Safety Engineer
$90 - $110/hr
Principal System Safety Engineer • Analysis of engineering hardware and electrical drawings and schematics assessing for fault tolerance, latent hazards, and safety requirements compliance • ...
Engage the Lead System Safety Engineer and Portfolio Engineering Lead for guidance on technical execution, artifact review, attending customer reviews, etc. * Support multi-IPT program meetings to ...
Engage the Lead System Safety Engineer and Portfolio Engineering Lead for guidance on technical execution, artifact review, attending customer reviews, etc. * Support multi-IPT program meetings to ...
Engage the Lead System Safety Engineer and Portfolio Engineering Lead for guidance on technical execution, artifact review, attending customer reviews, etc. * Support multi-IPT program meetings to ...
Engage the Lead System Safety Engineer and Portfolio Engineering Lead for guidance on technical execution, artifact review, attending customer reviews, etc. * Support multi-IPT program meetings to ...
Engage the Lead System Safety Engineer and Portfolio Engineering Lead for guidance on technical execution, artifact review, attending customer reviews, etc. * Support multi-IPT program meetings to ...
Engage the Lead System Safety Engineer and Portfolio Engineering Lead for guidance on technical execution, artifact review, attending customer reviews, etc. * Support multi-IPT program meetings to ...
Principal System Safety Engineer
$90 - $110/hr
Principal System Safety Engineer Analysis of engineering hardware and electrical drawings and schematics assessing for fault tolerance, latent hazards, and safety requirements compliance Working with ...
Principal System Safety Engineer
$90 - $110/hr
Principal System Safety Engineer Analysis of engineering hardware and electrical drawings and schematics assessing for fault tolerance, latent hazards, and safety requirements compliance Working with ...
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Engage the Lead System Safety Engineer and Portfolio Engineering Lead for guidance on technical execution, artifact review, attending customer reviews, etc. * Support multi-IPT program meetings to ...
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System Safety Engineer Contingent Upon Customer Approval Purpose: * Valkyrie Enterprises has an immediate need for a System Safety Engineer to support STRIKE/Advanced Fires Project Office in ...
System Safety Engineer Contingent Upon Customer Approval Purpose: * Valkyrie Enterprises has an immediate need for a System Safety Engineer to support STRIKE/Advanced Fires Project Office in ...
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| Aspect | Entry Level System Safety Engineer | Entry Level Systems Engineer |
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| Certifications | Often requires safety-related certifications like ISTQB or safety-specific training | Typically requires basic engineering degrees; certifications vary |
| Work Environment | Focuses on safety analysis, risk assessments, and compliance in safety-critical systems | Involves designing, testing, and integrating systems across various industries |
| Industry Usage | Common in aerospace, defense, automotive, and industrial sectors with safety regulations | Used broadly across technology, manufacturing, and software industries |
Entry Level System Safety Engineers specialize in ensuring safety standards and risk mitigation in critical systems, often working closely with safety regulations. Entry Level Systems Engineers have a broader focus on system design and integration without necessarily emphasizing safety compliance. Both roles require foundational engineering knowledge, but their primary responsibilities differ based on safety versus system development.
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Full-time
Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO
Posted 11 days ago
Lockheed Martin rating
8.2
Based on 385 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz
30th of 60 rated aerospace companies
Job description
You will be the System Safety Engineer (SSE) Sr 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 Integrated Air and Missile Defense Program Area.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 is in Dallas. 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 be able to obtain a secret clearance.
Basic Qualifications
• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college in an engineering discipline
• Experience developing and implementing a System Safety Program IAW MIL-STD-882
• Developing and evaluating system safety requirements
• Familiarity with implementing a Software Safety Program IAW AOP-52 and DoD guidelines
• Working knowledge of MIL-STD-882 and its associated analyses
• 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
Desired skills
• Experience supporting independent government Safety Review Boards
• Knowledge of Human Factors Engineering
• Familiarity with missile and launcher systems
• Model-based engineering knowledge
• Experience with DOORS 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
EEO
Lockheed Martin is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics.
The application window will close in 90 days; applicants are encouraged to apply within 5 - 30 days of the requisition posting date in order to receive optimal consideration.
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At Lockheed Martin, we use our passion for purposeful innovation to help keep people safe and solve the world's most complex challenges. Our people are some of the greatest minds in the industry and truly make Lockheed Martin a great place to work.
With our employees as our priority, we provide diverse career opportunities designed to propel, develop, and boost agility. Our flexible schedules, competitive pay, and comprehensive benefits enable our employees to live a healthy, fulfilling life at and outside of work. We place an emphasis on empowering our employees by fostering an inclusive environment built upon integrity and corporate responsibility.
If this sounds like a culture you connect with, you're invited to apply for this role. Or, if you are unsure whether your experience aligns with the requirements of this position, we encourage you to search on Lockheed Martin Jobs, and apply for roles that align with your qualifications.
Other Important Information
By applying to this job, you are expressing interest in this position and could be considered for other career opportunities where similar skills and requirements have been identified as a match. Should this match be identified you may be contacted for this and future openings.
Ability to work remotely
Part-time Remote Telework: The employee selected for this position will work part of their work schedule remotely and part of their work schedule at a designated Lockheed Martin facility. The specific weekly schedule will be discussed during the hiring process.
Work Schedule Information
Lockheed Martin supports a variety of alternate work schedules that provide additional flexibility to our employees. Schedules range from standard 40 hours over a five day work week while others may be condensed. These condensed schedules provide employees with additional time away from the office and are in addition to our Paid Time off benefits.
National Pay Statement
Pay Rate: The annual base salary range for this position in California, Massachusetts, and New York (excluding most major metropolitan areas), Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, New Jersey, Vermont, Washington or Washington DC is $89,300 - $157,550. For states not referenced above, the salary range for this position will reflect the candidate's final work location. Please note that the salary information 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 and business considerations when extending an offer.
Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays.
(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.
This position is incentive plan eligible.
Premium Pay Statement
Pay Rate: The annual base salary range for this position in most major metropolitan areas in California, Massachusetts, and New York is $102,800 - $178,135. For states not referenced above, the salary range for this position will reflect the candidate's final work location. Please note that the salary information 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 and business considerations when extending an offer.
Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays.
This position is incentive plan eligible.
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As a global security and aerospace company, the majority of Lockheed Martin's business is with the U.S. Department of Defense and U.S. federal government agencies.The remaining portion of Lockheed Martin's business is comprised of international government and commercial sales of products, services and platforms.
Industry
Manufacturing
Company size
10,000+ Employees
Headquarters location
Bethesda, MD, US
Year founded
1912