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System Safety/Human System Integration (HSI) Department ensures our products Safety and Human Factors disciplines are incorporated into all our engineering and program execution to provide for our ...

System Safety/Human System Integration (HSI) Department ensures our products Safety and Human Factors disciplines are incorporated into all our engineering and program execution to provide for our ...

As a Systems Engineer, you will serve as the FBM Program System Safety Engineer, focusing on performing and leading safety analysis across the FBM program. In this role you will: • Analyze hardware ...

Avion Solutions Inc., an employee-owned company, is seeking candidates for a System Safety Engineer to support CPE Aviation. This position is located in Huntsville, AL. Job Responsibilities/Duties:

Sr. System Safety Engineer

Tempe, AZ · Hybrid

$176K - $264K/yr

The System Safety Engineer contributes to the development and improvement of the organization's system safety program, ensuring alignment with applicable standards such as MIL-STD-882E while ...

Waltonen Engineering is actively seeking a System Safety Engineer to join our team! Responsibilities * Evaluate customer requirements for System Safety and determine vehicle compliance. * Conduct ...

Assess Engineering Change Proposals (ECPs) and other system change requests to identify/verify safety risks. Qualifications  Education Requirements: * Bachelor of Science Degree in Engineering or ...

Sr. System Safety Engineer

Duluth, GA · On-site

$176K - $264K/yr

The System Safety Engineer contributes to the development and improvement of the organization's system safety program, ensuring alignment with applicable standards such as MIL-STD-882E while ...

Waltonen Engineering is actively seeking a System Safety Engineer to join our team! Responsibilities * Evaluate customer requirements for System Safety and determine vehicle compliance. * Conduct ...

Sr. System Safety Engineer

Carlsbad, CA · Hybrid

$176K - $264K/yr

The System Safety Engineer contributes to the development and improvement of the organization's system safety program, ensuring alignment with applicable standards such as MIL-STD-882E while ...

Sr. System Safety Engineer

Duluth, GA · Hybrid

$176K - $264K/yr

The System Safety Engineer contributes to the development and improvement of the organization's system safety program, ensuring alignment with applicable standards such as MIL-STD-882E while ...

The Role We're seeking a forward-thinking System Safety Engineer to develop and execute safety cases for suspension systems. This role focuses on mechatronic solutions - rather than purely mechanical ...

The Role We're seeking a forward-thinking System Safety Engineer to develop and execute safety cases for suspension systems. This role focuses on mechatronic solutions - rather than purely mechanical ...

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How much do freelance system safety engineer jobs pay per hour?

As of May 31, 2026, the average hourly pay for freelance system safety engineer in the United States is $47.71, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $24.28 and $61.78 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Freelance System Safety Engineer, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Freelance System Safety Engineer, you need expertise in system safety analysis, risk assessment, and engineering principles, often supported by a degree in engineering and certifications like Certified Safety Professional (CSP). Familiarity with safety analysis tools (e.g., FMEA, Fault Tree Analysis), industry-specific safety standards (such as ISO 26262 or MIL-STD-882), and relevant software is typically required. Strong communication, problem-solving, and project management skills help you effectively collaborate with clients and stakeholders. These skills ensure you can deliver thorough safety solutions, meet regulatory requirements, and maintain client trust in varied and dynamic project settings.

What are some common challenges faced by freelance System Safety Engineers and how can they be addressed?

Freelance System Safety Engineers often encounter challenges such as adapting quickly to new project environments, understanding diverse industry standards, and efficiently communicating safety requirements to multidisciplinary teams. To address these, it's important to stay up-to-date with key safety standards like ISO 26262 or MIL-STD-882, develop strong documentation and presentation skills, and build a professional network for knowledge sharing. Proactive communication and a clear understanding of project expectations help ensure successful collaboration and project outcomes.

What are Freelance System Safety Engineers?

Freelance System Safety Engineers are independent professionals who specialize in identifying, analyzing, and mitigating risks associated with complex systems to ensure they operate safely and reliably. They work on a contract basis with companies across industries such as aerospace, automotive, rail, and defense. Their responsibilities often include conducting safety assessments, developing safety cases, and ensuring compliance with industry safety standards. Freelancers in this field offer flexibility and specialized expertise for organizations needing project-based safety engineering support.

What is the difference between Freelance System Safety Engineer vs Freelance Safety Analyst?

AspectFreelance System Safety EngineerFreelance Safety Analyst
CertificationsISO 26262, IEC 61508, PE certificationsISO 26262, IEC 61508, OSHA certifications
Work EnvironmentDesign teams, safety assessments, risk analysis in engineering projectsData review, safety audits, incident analysis
Industry UsageAutomotive, aerospace, industrial systemsManufacturing, healthcare, construction

Freelance System Safety Engineers focus on designing and assessing safety systems in engineering projects, requiring technical certifications and working closely with design teams. Freelance Safety Analysts primarily review safety data, conduct audits, and analyze incidents, often in a broader range of industries. Both roles require safety certifications but differ in their core responsibilities and work environments.

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Infographic showing various Freelance System Safety Engineer job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 56% Full Time, 36% Part Time, and 8% Contract. Highlights an 75% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 21% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $99,230 per year, or $47.7 per hour.
System Safety Engineer

System Safety Engineer

RTX

Mckinney, TX

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 3 days ago


RTX rating

8.1

Company rating: 8.1 out of 10

Based on 84 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

33rd of 59 rated aerospace companies


Job description

Position Role Type:

Onsite

U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements:

The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance

Security Clearance Type:

DoD Clearance: Secret

Security Clearance Status:

Active and existing security clearance required after day 1

At RTX, the world's largest aerospace and defense company, 185,000 great minds are united by purpose and inspired to make a difference solving the world's most complex problems. With our three market leading businesses, world-class operations and investments in research and development, we offer capabilities and opportunity no one else can. Together, we push the boundaries of known science and find new ways to connect and protect our world.

Raytheon brings the strength of more than 100 years of experience and renowned engineering expertise to meet the needs of today's mission and stay ahead of tomorrow's threat. We deliver solutions that help our nation and allies defend freedoms and deter aggression, creating a safer, more secure world. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.

System Safety/Human System Integration (HSI) Department ensures our products Safety and Human Factors disciplines are incorporated into all our engineering and program execution to provide for our customers' critical needs. Location: McKinney, Texas.

What You Will Do

This is an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated System Safety Engineer to join us onsite in McKinney, Texas.

  • Support the execution of the safety strategy for the program to meet all its milestones with system safety/HSI features integrated into the product in compliance with contract and awarded funding.

  • Support the program schedule and integrated system safety tasks and activities into program Integrated Master Schedule (IMS).

  • 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 ensure that system safety items are considered and to understand current program-wide issues.

  • Ensure program leadership understands system safety requirements, hazards, and planned mitigations

  • Analyze engineering software and/or firmware in accordance with MIL-STD-882E, JSSSEH, AOP-52, and other relevant standards.

  • Work with software development teams to review and analyze embedded software code.

  • Participate in the execution of the Software System Safety Program.

  • Interface with various stakeholders, including customers, program offices, subcontractors, and vendors.

  • Assist with the preparation of Safety Assessment Reports and Safety Program Briefs for customer approval.

  • Assist with software safety technical reviews.

  • Interpret system requirements, customer specifications, and military standards.

  • Collaborate across multiple disciplines to gain a comprehensive understanding of product architecture and design.

Qualifications You Must Have

  • Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and less than 2 years of prior relevant experience.

  • Experience writing technical reports and presentations.

  • The ability to obtain and maintain a Secret U.S. government issued security clearance is required. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for the required security clearance.

Qualifications We Prefer

  • Experience performing MIL-STD-882 System Safety Program tasks and analyses, involving management (task series 100), analysis (task series 200), evaluation (task series 300), and verification (task series 400).

  • Experience preparing internal and customer reports describing various analyses relevant to the System Safety program.

  • Experience reviewing software code and requirements for safety considerations.

  • Experience collaborating across multiple disciplines.

  • Experience interfacing with other engineering functions: Systems Engineering, Software or Firmware Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Hardware Engineering.

  • Experience managing Working Groups.

What We Offer

  • Our values drive our actions, behaviors, and performance with a vision for a safer, more connected world. At RTX we value: Safety, Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, and Innovation.

  • Relocation Eligible

Please ensure the role type defined below is appropriate for your needs before applying to this role. This position is classified as:

  • Onsite: Employees who are working in Onsite roles will work primarily onsite. This includes all production and maintenance employees, as they are essential to the development of our products.

  • This position requires an eligibility for a U.S. government issued security clearance. DCSA Consolidated Adjudication Services (DCSA CAS), an agency of the Department of Defense, handles and adjudicates the security clearance process. More information about Security Clearances can be found on the US Department of State government website here: https://www.state.gov/m/ds/clearances/c10978.htm

As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attend select steps of the interview process in-person at one of our office locations, regardless of whether the role is designated as on-site, hybrid or remote.

The salary range for this role is 57,200 USD - 108,800 USD. The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels. RTX considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, location, education/training, and key skills.

Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits, including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, flexible work schedules, employee assistance program, Employee Scholar Program, parental leave, paid time off, and holidays. Specific benefits are dependent upon the specific business unit as well as whether or not the position is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement.

Hired applicants may be eligible for annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs depending on the level of the position and whether or not it is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and are dependent upon a variety of factors including, but not limited to, individual performance, business unit performance, and/or the company's performance.

This role is a U.S.-based role. If the successful candidate resides in a U.S. territory, the appropriate pay structure and benefits will apply.

RTX anticipates the application window closing approximately 40 days from the date the notice was posted. However, factors such as candidate flow and business necessity may require RTX to shorten or extend the application window.

RTX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. RTX provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act.

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