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Safety Engineer

Colorado Springs, CO · On-site

$93K - $117K/yr

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Systems Engineer

Colorado Springs, CO · On-site

$71K - $121K/yr

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How much do federal engineering jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 6, 2026, the average yearly pay for federal engineering in Colorado is $154,434.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $122,500.00 and $181,900.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What skills and qualifications are needed to thrive as a federal engineer?

To excel in a Federal Engineering role, you need a strong background in engineering principles, a relevant degree (such as electrical, civil, or mechanical engineering), and experience with federally regulated standards and processes. Familiarity with government contracting systems, project management software, and security clearances (such as Secret or Top Secret) is often required. Outstanding problem-solving, collaboration, and communication skills help professionals work effectively across multidisciplinary teams and within structured governmental environments. These combined skills are critical for maintaining compliance, delivering technical excellence, and supporting mission-critical federal projects.

What is a federal engineer?

A Federal Engineering job involves designing, developing, and maintaining technical systems and infrastructure for government agencies. Engineers in these roles work on projects related to national defense, transportation, telecommunications, and environmental protection. They must comply with federal regulations and security requirements while ensuring efficiency and innovation. These positions often require security clearances and specialized knowledge in engineering disciplines relevant to government operations.

What types of projects do federal engineers work on within government agencies?

Federal Engineers may work on a wide range of assignments, such as infrastructure upgrades, cybersecurity initiatives, defense system development, or environmental compliance projects, depending on the agency's mission. Daily responsibilities often involve coordinating with project managers, reviewing technical documentation, ensuring adherence to federal standards, and conducting site visits or system evaluations. Collaboration with stakeholders from various departments, contractors, and regulatory bodies is common and vital to project success. This variety of work offers opportunities to develop specialized expertise and gain exposure to high-impact national projects, supporting both professional growth and public service goals.

What cities in Colorado are hiring for Federal Engineering jobs? Cities in Colorado with the most Federal Engineering job openings:
Infographic showing various Federal Engineering job openings in Colorado as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 80% Full Time, 18% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $154,434 per year, or $74.2 per hour.

Safety Engineer with Security Clearance

ASRC Federal

Colorado Springs, CO • On-site

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 10 days ago


ASRC Federal rating

7.8

Company rating: 7.8 out of 10

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237th of 441 rated engineering


Job description

ASRC Federal is a leading government contractor furthering missions in space, public health and defense. As an Alaska Native owned corporation, our work helps secure an enduring future for our shareholders. Join our team and discover why we are a top veteran employer and Certified Great Place to Work™ Req Title: DARC2 Safety Engineer (P3022 - Senior Environmental Health & Safety Specialist) Location: Colorado Springs, CO Safety Engineer - Colorado Springs, CO Description ASRC Federal System Solutions, LLC (AFSS), a subsidiary of ASRC Federal, is a premier provider of systems engineering, software engineering, systems integration, engineering, and program management services supporting mission-critical national security and defense programs. AFSS is seeking a Safety Engineer to support the Deep Space Advanced Radar Capability (DARC) Program in Colorado Springs, Colorado. This position will work closely with government and industry partners to ensure system safety is integrated throughout the system lifecycle-from requirements development and design through integration, testing, fielding, and operational support. The selected candidate will be responsible for applying system safety engineering principles to identify, evaluate, and mitigate hazards while ensuring compliance with Department of Defense safety standards and customer requirements. This position requires close collaboration with systems engineering, software engineering, hardware engineering, integration and test, program management, and customer stakeholders. Job Duties Include * Apply system safety engineering principles throughout the system development lifecycle. * Analyze system designs, hardware, software, facilities, and operational concepts to identify and mitigate hazards. * Develop and maintain system safety documentation required by customer and program requirements. * Perform hazard analyses and maintain hazard tracking through a closed-loop Hazard Tracking System (HTS). * Develop, review, and update System Safety Program Plans (SSPPs), Safety Assessment Reports (SARs), Software Safety Analyses, and other required safety artifacts. * Evaluate system designs for compliance with applicable military, government, and industry safety standards. * Participate in design reviews, technical interchange meetings, risk reviews, and engineering working groups. * Support safety assessments during system integration, verification, validation, testing, and operational fielding activities. * Conduct safety audits and assessments of operational environments and provide recommendations for corrective actions. * Participate in accident or incident investigations, root cause analyses, and development of corrective actions when required. * Collaborate across Integrated Product Teams (IPTs) to ensure safety considerations are incorporated into system requirements, architecture, and implementation. * Provide technical recommendations to program leadership and customers regarding system safety risks and mitigation strategies. * Support program milestones while maintaining compliance with customer safety requirements. Basic Qualifications * Active DoD Secret Security Clearance with the ability to maintain the clearance. * U.S. Citizenship required. * Bachelor's degree in Safety Engineering, Systems Engineering, Engineering, Physics, or a related technical discipline and a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience; additional years of experience may be considered in lieu of a degree. * Working knowledge and application of MIL-STD-882E System Safety requirements. * Familiarity with MIL-STD-1472 Human Systems Integration requirements. * Experience performing hazard analyses and maintaining hazard tracking documentation. * Experience developing and reviewing system safety documentation including SSPPs, SARs, Software Safety Analyses, and related artifacts. * Understanding of systems engineering processes across requirements, architecture, design, implementation, integration, testing, and verification. * Experience working within cross-functional engineering teams. * Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to effectively interact with customers, program leadership, and technical teams. * Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Project. * Ability to travel up to 10%. Preferred Qualifications * Active DoD Top Secret security clearance. * Experience supporting Department of Defense or U.S. Space Force acquisition programs. * Experience with radar, sensor, or command and control systems. * Familiarity with Agile development methodologies including Scrum or Kanban. * Experience with Atlassian tools including Jira and Confluence. * Familiarity with Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) and Cameo Systems Modeler. * Experience using systems engineering tools such as DOORS, Cameo, CORE, Rhapsody, or similar modeling tools. * Knowledge of military and industry safety standards including MIL-STD-882, MIL-STD-1472, OSHA, ANSI, ASTM, NFPA, and related safety guidance. * Experience participating in design reviews, technical baseline reviews, and system verification activities. * Experience supporting government customers in a classified environment. We invest in the lives of our employees, both in and out of the workplace, by providing competitive pay and benefits packages. Benefits offered may include health care, dental, vision, life insurance; 401(k); education assistance; paid time off including PTO, holidays, and any other paid leave required by law. The salary offered will depend on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant experience, skills, education, geographic location, internal equity, business needs, and other factors permitted by law. Posted pay ranges are a general guideline only and are not a guarantee of compensation or salary. EEO Statement ASRC Federal and its Subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, gender, color, age, sexual orientation, gender identification, national origin, religion, marital status, ancestry, citizenship, disability, protected veteran status, or any other factor prohibited by applicable law.

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