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Hookup Senior Safety Engineer

Phoenix, AZ

$128K - $176K/yr

Ability to work both independently and as part of a cross-functional team of engineers and operations teams. * Attention to detail and proactive approach to workplace safety improvements. * Strong ...

Hookup Senior Safety Engineer

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

$128K - $176K/yr

Ability to work both independently and as part of a cross-functional team of engineers and operations teams. * Attention to detail and proactive approach to workplace safety improvements. * Strong ...

Principal System Safety Engineer

Tucson, AZ · On-site

$107.50 - $204.50/hr

Mentor junior safety engineers. * Actively engage in engineering review boards and configuration ... Establish an ongoing feedback loop with functional and program management. * Lead and coordinate ...

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How much do functional safety engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 8, 2026, the average yearly pay for functional safety engineer in Arizona is $114,544.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $97,573.00 and $129,126.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a functional safety engineer?

A Functional Safety Engineer is responsible for ensuring that products and systems comply with safety standards to prevent hazards, particularly in industries like automotive, aerospace, and industrial automation. They analyze risks, define safety requirements, and oversee implementation to meet functional safety standards such as ISO 26262 or IEC 61508. Their role includes performing hazard analysis, failure mode analysis, and verification of safety mechanisms. They often collaborate with design, software, and testing teams to ensure compliance.

What does a functional safety engineer do?

A typical day for a Functional Safety Engineer involves conducting safety analyses, such as FMEA and hazard identification, creating or reviewing safety documentation, and collaborating closely with design, hardware, and software engineering teams to ensure compliance with safety standards. You may participate in project meetings, support verification and validation activities, and interface with customers or regulatory bodies on safety matters. Given the interdisciplinary nature of the role, effective communication with both technical and non-technical stakeholders is essential. Balancing technical detail with regulatory guidelines is a common and rewarding challenge you can expect in this position.

What skills and qualifications are needed to be a functional safety engineer?

To thrive as a Functional Safety Engineer, you need strong analytical skills in risk assessment, a solid engineering background (typically in electrical, electronic, or automotive engineering), and familiarity with relevant safety standards. Expertise in tools like ISO 26262, FMEA, FMEDA, and industry certifications such as TÜV Functional Safety are commonly required. Excellent problem-solving ability, clear communication, and teamwork skills distinguish top performers in this field. These competencies ensure that critical systems meet safety requirements, regulatory standards, and facilitate effective cross-functional collaboration.

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Infographic showing various Functional Safety Engineer job openings in Arizona as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 78% Full Time, 17% Part Time, 3% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $114,544 per year, or $55.1 per hour.

Systems Safety Engineer - Level 4

Northrop Grumman Corporation

Chandler, AZ • On-site

$122K - $184K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Life, PTO

Posted 2 days ago

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Northrop Grumman rating

8.2

Company rating: 8.2 out of 10

Based on 360 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

88th of 537 rated manufacturers


Job description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be availableCLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: NoCLEARANCE TYPE: NoneTRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the TimeDescriptionAt Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work - and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history.

Northrop Grumman Space Systemshas an exciting career opportunity for a Systems Engineer Level 4 to join the System Safety Engineering team within the Launch Systems business unit located in Chandler, AZ. Be part of a team dedicated to keeping complex systems safe to manufacture, test, and operate. You will define and evaluate safety requirements, ensure implementation of critical safety features, and communicate with colleagues, customers, users, and other stakeholders whose lives are on the line in using these systems!

In this job you will:

  • Work with a small team of System Safety engineers in defining, implementing, and verifying System Safety requirements to ensure that the inherent risks are mitigated.

  • Apply the systems engineering process to define and verify launch vehicle and ground support equipment requirements to ensure safe operations and conduct system safety analyses to architect and implement a safe and robust system.

  • Evaluate the interrelationship of system safety requirements and other aspects of concept design and development requirements to ensure a cost-effective program.

  • Understand the entire mission, including the launch vehicle, payload, ground support equipment, range infrastructure, and safety interfaces.

  • Understand how the different components, subsystems, systems, and integrated launch vehicle function and interact, with a focus on System Safety.

  • Interact with key internal and external customers and partners regarding system safety topics.

  • Support launch vehicle design and development to ensure that customer and internal goals for safety, mission success, and performance are met.

  • Analyze and explain launch vehicle designs to external customers to explain how applicable safety requirements for design, build, and test are met.

  • Interface with customer safety and launch integration personnel and support ground operations and launch mission working groups as requested.

  • Analyze integration and test processes to demonstrate customer and internal requirements are met for both safety and mission success, whether at the various launch sites or at our facilities in Chandler, AZ.

  • Reviews product systems associated with support equipment and facilities, functional specifications and operations, and establishes safety requirements for assigned systems.

  • Independently analyze and recommend safety criteria in system design, equipment, and procedures to control or eliminate hazards.

  • Develop safety documents as required to support customer and test/operational range requirements.

  • Participate in accident investigations involving damage to products or related facilities and assist in identification of causes and corrective actions.

Basic Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics) discipline from an accredited university and8 years of related experience, or a master's degree and 6 years of related experience, or a PhD degree and 4 years of related experience.

  • Demonstrated ability to work independently

  • Demonstrated ability to clearly communicate complex ideas and reach decision milestones

  • Experience with tailoring and implementing FAA, RCC-319, RCC-324, SSCMAN 91-710, and/or MIL-STD-882

  • Knowledge and demonstrated execution of Systems Engineering concepts

The ability to obtain a DoD Secret Security Clearance is required.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Control account manager experience

  • Experience leading a small team of 2-5 individuals

  • Strong interpersonal communication skills

  • Active Secret Security Clearance or higher

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Primary Level Salary Range: $122,800.00 - $184,200.00The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education, skills and current market conditions.Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results. Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives. In addition, Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. For our complete EEO and pay transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.

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About Northrop Grumman

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At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work - and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible.

Industry

Space research administration

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Falls Church, VA, US

Year founded

1939