System Safety Engineer, Mid
$86K - $198K/yr
Experience with NAVSEAINST 8020.6, Weapon System Explosives Safety Review Board (WSESRB), or Software Systems Safety Technical Review Panel (SSSTRP) * Experience with digital engineering, machine ...
$86K - $198K/yr
Experience with NAVSEAINST 8020.6, Weapon System Explosives Safety Review Board (WSESRB), or Software Systems Safety Technical Review Panel (SSSTRP) * Experience with digital engineering, machine ...
$86K - $198K/yr
Experience with NAVSEAINST 8020.6, Weapon System Explosives Safety Review Board (WSESRB), or Software Systems Safety Technical Review Panel (SSSTRP) * Experience with digital engineering, machine ...
Arlington, VA · On-site +1
$86K - $198K/yr
Experience with NAVSEAINST 8020.6, Weapon System Explosives Safety Review Board (WSESRB), or Software Systems Safety Technical Review Panel (SSSTRP) * Experience with digital engineering, machine ...
Arlington, VA · On-site +1
$86K - $198K/yr
Experience with NAVSEAINST 8020.6, Weapon System Explosives Safety Review Board (WSESRB), or Software Systems Safety Technical Review Panel (SSSTRP) * Experience with digital engineering, machine ...
$86K - $198K/yr
Experience with NAVSEAINST 8020.6, Weapon System Explosives Safety Review Board (WSESRB), or Software Systems Safety Technical Review Panel (SSSTRP) * Experience with digital engineering, machine ...
$86K - $198K/yr
Experience with NAVSEAINST 8020.6, Weapon System Explosives Safety Review Board (WSESRB), or Software Systems Safety Technical Review Panel (SSSTRP) * Experience with digital engineering, machine ...
King George, VA · On-site
... explosive open air and indoor test, evaluation, and experimentation for the Test and Evaluation ... Education: BS Degree in Engineering, Management or Technology is preferred. Experience in lieu of a ...
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King George, VA · On-site
... explosive open air and indoor test, evaluation, and experimentation for the Test and Evaluation ... Education: BS Degree in Engineering, Management or Technology is preferred. Experience in lieu of a ...
The Engineer, Subject Matter Expert (SME) at the Potomac River Test Range (PRTR) possesses ... Explosives Safety * Ammunition T&E * Basic Electronics, Digital, AC and DC Knowledge * Familiar ...
The Engineer, Subject Matter Expert (SME) at the Potomac River Test Range (PRTR) possesses ... Explosives Safety * Ammunition T&E * Basic Electronics, Digital, AC and DC Knowledge * Familiar ...
King George, VA · On-site
... explosive open air and indoor test, evaluation, and experimentation for the Test and Evaluation ... Education: BS Degree in Engineering, Management or Technology is preferred. Experience in lieu of a ...
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King George, VA · On-site
... explosive open air and indoor test, evaluation, and experimentation for the Test and Evaluation ... Education: BS Degree in Engineering, Management or Technology is preferred. Experience in lieu of a ...
Dahlgren, VA · On-site
$104K - $137K/yr
The Engineer, Subject Matter Expert (SME) at the Potomac River Test Range (PRTR) possesses ... Explosives Safety * Ammunition T&E * Basic Electronics, Digital, AC and DC Knowledge * Familiar ...
Dahlgren, VA · On-site
$104K - $137K/yr
The Engineer, Subject Matter Expert (SME) at the Potomac River Test Range (PRTR) possesses ... Explosives Safety * Ammunition T&E * Basic Electronics, Digital, AC and DC Knowledge * Familiar ...
Arlington, VA · On-site
$150K - $180K/yr
Oversee engineering design teams supporting construction and renovation projects for energetics and explosives ordnance facilities * Ensure all designs conform to DoD UFC, NAVSEA Instructions, and ...
Arlington, VA · On-site
$150K - $180K/yr
Oversee engineering design teams supporting construction and renovation projects for energetics and explosives ordnance facilities * Ensure all designs conform to DoD UFC, NAVSEA Instructions, and ...
Arlington, VA · On-site
$150K - $180K/yr
Oversee engineering design teams supporting construction and renovation projects for energetics and explosives ordnance facilities * Ensure all designs conform to DoD UFC, NAVSEA Instructions, and ...
Arlington, VA · On-site
$150K - $180K/yr
Oversee engineering design teams supporting construction and renovation projects for energetics and explosives ordnance facilities * Ensure all designs conform to DoD UFC, NAVSEA Instructions, and ...
Responsibilities This position will serve as the System Safety and Weapon System Explosives Safety ... Leads matrixed system safety engineering efforts and coordinates WSESRB/NNSB review processes ...
Responsibilities This position will serve as the System Safety and Weapon System Explosives Safety ... Leads matrixed system safety engineering efforts and coordinates WSESRB/NNSB review processes ...
Responsibilities This position will serve as the System Safety and Weapon System Explosives Safety ... Leads matrixed system safety engineering efforts and coordinates WSESRB/NNSB review processes ...
Responsibilities This position will serve as the System Safety and Weapon System Explosives Safety ... Leads matrixed system safety engineering efforts and coordinates WSESRB/NNSB review processes ...
Responsibilities This position will serve as the System Safety and Weapon System Explosives Safety ... Leads matrixed system safety engineering efforts and coordinates WSESRB/NNSB review processes ...
Responsibilities This position will serve as the System Safety and Weapon System Explosives Safety ... Leads matrixed system safety engineering efforts and coordinates WSESRB/NNSB review processes ...
Arlington, VA · On-site
$150K - $180K/yr
Oversee engineering design teams supporting construction and renovation projects for energetics and explosives ordnance facilities * Ensure all designs conform to DoD UFC, NAVSEA Instructions, and ...
Arlington, VA · On-site
$150K - $180K/yr
Oversee engineering design teams supporting construction and renovation projects for energetics and explosives ordnance facilities * Ensure all designs conform to DoD UFC, NAVSEA Instructions, and ...
Arlington, VA · On-site
$150K - $180K/yr
Oversee engineering design teams supporting construction and renovation projects for energetics and explosives ordnance facilities * Ensure all designs conform to DoD UFC, NAVSEA Instructions, and ...
Quick apply
Arlington, VA · On-site
$150K - $180K/yr
Oversee engineering design teams supporting construction and renovation projects for energetics and explosives ordnance facilities * Ensure all designs conform to DoD UFC, NAVSEA Instructions, and ...
Arlington, VA · On-site
$86K - $198K/yr
Experience with NAVSEAINST 8020.6, Weapon System Explosives Safety Review Board ( WSESRB ) , or Sof tware Systems Safety Technical Review Panel ( SSSTRP ) * Experience with digital engineering ...
Arlington, VA · On-site
$86K - $198K/yr
Experience with NAVSEAINST 8020.6, Weapon System Explosives Safety Review Board ( WSESRB ) , or Sof tware Systems Safety Technical Review Panel ( SSSTRP ) * Experience with digital engineering ...
$143K/yr
... Explosive Devices - Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Additional ... Engineering. To be acceptable, the program must: (1) lead to a bachelor's degree in a school of ...
$143K/yr
... Explosive Devices - Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Additional ... Engineering. To be acceptable, the program must: (1) lead to a bachelor's degree in a school of ...
$102K/yr
... Explosive Devices 4. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing Additional ... Engineering. To be acceptable, the program must: (1) lead to a bachelor's degree in a school of ...
$102K/yr
... Explosive Devices 4. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing Additional ... Engineering. To be acceptable, the program must: (1) lead to a bachelor's degree in a school of ...
Quantico, VA · On-site
$143K/yr
... Explosive Devices - Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Additional ... Engineering. To be acceptable, the program must: (1) lead to a bachelor's degree in a school of ...
Quantico, VA · On-site
$143K/yr
... Explosive Devices - Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Additional ... Engineering. To be acceptable, the program must: (1) lead to a bachelor's degree in a school of ...
$102K/yr
... Explosive Devices 4. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing Additional ... Engineering. To be acceptable, the program must: (1) lead to a bachelor's degree in a school of ...
$102K/yr
... Explosive Devices 4. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing Additional ... Engineering. To be acceptable, the program must: (1) lead to a bachelor's degree in a school of ...
Culpeper, VA · Hybrid
$84K - $156K/yr
Job Title: Senior Specialist, Quality Engineer Job Code: 39501 Job Location: Orange, VA Job ... Experience working with and around chemicals and/or explosives is also desirable. * Working with ...
Culpeper, VA · Hybrid
$84K - $156K/yr
Job Title: Senior Specialist, Quality Engineer Job Code: 39501 Job Location: Orange, VA Job ... Experience working with and around chemicals and/or explosives is also desirable. * Working with ...
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Explosive Engineers often split their time between office-based planning and on-site fieldwork, which can include mines, construction sites, or testing facilities. You may collaborate closely with safety officers, site managers, and regulatory authorities to design, implement, and monitor controlled explosions. The role frequently involves strict adherence to safety protocols, detailed documentation, and ongoing risk assessments to ensure compliance with local and federal regulations. While the environment can be high-pressure and requires the utmost precision, it also offers opportunities to work with cutting-edge technology and be part of multidisciplinary teams tackling complex engineering challenges.
To succeed as an Explosive Engineer, you need a solid background in chemical engineering, physics, and materials science, typically backed by a relevant engineering degree and specialized training in explosives. Familiarity with modeling software, blast simulation tools, and certifications such as ATF licensing or IMES compliance are often required. Strong problem-solving abilities, meticulous attention to detail, and effective teamwork and communication skills help distinguish top professionals in this field. These competencies are critical for ensuring safety, complying with regulations, and delivering successful project outcomes involving hazardous materials.
An Explosive Engineer specializes in the safe design, handling, and use of explosives for various applications such as mining, demolition, and construction. They analyze blast requirements, ensure compliance with safety regulations, and oversee controlled detonations. Their work involves risk assessment, environmental considerations, and collaboration with other engineers to achieve project goals efficiently and safely.

$86K - $198K/yr
Full-time
Medical, Life, Retirement, PTO
Posted 27 days ago
8.8
Based on 48 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz
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The Opportunity:
Are you looking for an opportunity to combine your technical skills with big picture thinking to make an impact on system safety? Our team supports senior-level DoW and service personnel with system safety implementation and oversight for DoW system programs. You'll leverage your specialized knowledge and expertise in system safety, including applying scientific and engineering principles, criteria, and techniques, to identify and assess system safety hazards and inform the implementation of mitigations to reduce warfighter risk.
As a systems engineer on our team, you'll enjoy a dynamic team environment of client and contractor staff while executing comprehensive system safety programs or individual tasks on a variety of systems, including weapon systems, unmanned systems, ground-based missile systems, surface vessel and support systems, or laser systems. You will be familiar with typical work products, including System Safety Program Plans (SSPP), and a variety of analyses, including Preliminary Hazard Analysis (PHA), Subsystem Hazard Analysis (SSHA), System Hazard Analysis (SHA), Operating and Support Hazard Analysis (O&SHA), Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) analysis, Safety Assessment Reports (SAR), and test report evaluations. You'll analyze data, develop written deliverables, assist with the presentation of results, and assist with the review of client system safety artifacts to verify compliance with requirements, policy, and guidance documents. You'll conduct these tasks following established plans and quality standards and have the freedom to improve processes and advance the discipline of system safety. You'll lead and manage junior staff in executing safety tasks and provide mentorship to increase their expertise and capabilities.
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Compensation
At Booz Allen, we celebrate your contributions, provide you with opportunities and choices, and support your total well-being. Our offerings include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, work-life programs, and dependent care. Our recognition awards program acknowledges employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our values. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in Booz Allen's benefit programs. Individuals that do not meet the threshold are only eligible for select offerings, not inclusive of health benefits. We encourage you to learn more about our total benefits by visiting the Resource page on our Careers site and reviewing Our Employee Benefits page.
Salary at Booz Allen is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, the individual's particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements. The projected compensation range for this position is $86,800.00 to $198,000.00 (annualized USD). The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of Booz Allen's total compensation package for employees. This posting will close within 90 days from the Posting Date.Identity Statement
As part of the hiring process, we will ask you to complete an identity verification process that leverages advanced biometrics and artificial intelligence to ensure authenticity and protect against identity fraud. You are expected to be on camera during interviews and assessments. We reserve the right to take your picture to verify your identity and prevent fraud.
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AI is a part of our daily work at Booz Allen, and we are committed to the responsible and ethical use of AI tools. However, we want to ensure a fair candidate process based on your own skills and knowledge. As part of this commitment, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) or other tools to assist with responses during interviews (whether in-person or virtual) is prohibited unless permission is explicitly provided.
Work Model
Our people-first culture prioritizes the benefits of collaboration, whether it occurs in person or virtually. To support engagement and effective communication, employees working virtually are generally expected to have their cameras on during meetings.
Remote: If this position is listed as remote, there may still be occasions when you are required to work in person at a Booz Allen or customer facility.
Hybrid: If this position is listed as hybrid, you will be expected to work from a Booz Allen facility frequently, in alignment with leadership expectations and the needs of the role. You may also be required to work from or visit a customer facility.
Onsite: If this position is listed as onsite, work will primarily be performed at a Booz Allen office or customer facility, where employees will collaborate directly with colleagues and customers as required by the role.
Commitment to Non-Discrimination
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law.
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