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Vast

System Safety Engineer

Long Beach, CA · On-site

$135K - $192K/yr

Vast is looking for a System Safety Engineer , reporting to the Vice President, Flight Safety & Mission Assurance, to support the development of the systems that will be required for the design and ...

Sigma Design

Staff Systems Safety Engineer

Costa Mesa, CA · On-site

$92 - $122/hr

Staff Systems Safety Engineer (Contract-to-hire) Sigma Design has collaborated with a leading defense technology company seeking an experienced Staff Systems Safety Engineer to join their facility in ...

Sigma Design

Staff Systems Safety Engineer

Costa Mesa, CA · On-site

$92 - $122/hr

Staff Systems Safety Engineer (Contract-to-hire) Sigma Design has collaborated with a leading defense technology company seeking an experienced Staff Systems Safety Engineer to join their facility in ...

ManTech

Systems Safety Engineer

El Segundo, CA · On-site

$116K - $194K/yr

The Senior System Safety Engineer will help protect our national security while supporting the USSF Space Systems Command (SSC) Space Access Directorate at Los Angeles Air Force Base. This role is ...

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As of Aug 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for safety engineer in California is $67,753.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $45,900.00 and $88,300.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a safety engineer do?

Safety engineers test the integrity of software, chemicals, machinery, buildings, and consumer products. You do this to evaluate their safety for the public and environment. For this career, your responsibilities include developing health and safety protocols to keep consumers protected, reviewing new machinery and measuring their safety, confirming that buildings or products meet health and safety standards, and conducting employee safety programs.

What is a safety engineer?

Safety Engineers are professionals who develop and implement procedures and systems to ensure the safety of people, equipment, and the environment in various workplaces. They identify potential hazards, conduct risk assessments, and recommend solutions to prevent accidents and injuries. Safety Engineers work in industries such as construction, manufacturing, and energy, and they often collaborate with management to ensure compliance with safety regulations. Their ultimate goal is to create safe working environments and minimize risks.

What is the difference between Safety Engineer vs Safety Technician?

AspectSafety EngineerSafety Technician
CredentialsBachelor's degree in safety, engineering, or related field; certifications like ASP or CSPAssociate's degree or technical certification in safety or related area
Work EnvironmentDesigning safety protocols, conducting risk assessments, and compliance planningImplementing safety procedures, inspecting sites, and supporting safety programs
Employer & IndustryManufacturing, construction, oil & gas, and industrial sectorsConstruction sites, manufacturing plants, and industrial facilities

Safety Engineers focus on designing safety systems and ensuring compliance through planning and analysis, while Safety Technicians primarily implement safety procedures and conduct inspections. Both roles are essential in maintaining workplace safety, often working together within the same industries and environments.

What are some typical challenges a safety engineer faces when implementing new safety protocols in an established workplace?

Safety Engineers often encounter resistance to change from employees who are accustomed to existing practices. Balancing regulatory compliance with operational efficiency can be challenging, as new protocols may initially slow down workflows. Additionally, effectively communicating the importance and rationale behind new safety measures is essential to gain team buy-in. Collaborating closely with management and frontline workers helps ensure successful adoption and continuous improvement of safety standards.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a safety engineer?

To thrive as a Safety Engineer, you need a strong background in engineering principles, risk assessment, and safety regulations, typically supported by a degree in engineering or safety management. Familiarity with safety analysis tools, OSHA standards, and incident investigation systems is commonly required, and certifications like CSP (Certified Safety Professional) are valuable. Excellent problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and effective communication are essential soft skills for this role. These skills ensure the identification and mitigation of workplace hazards, promoting a safe and compliant work environment.
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Infographic showing various Safety Engineer job openings in California as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 9% As Needed, 73% Full Time, and 18% Contract. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $67,753 per year, or $32.6 per hour.

System Safety Engineer

Vast

Long Beach, CA • On-site

$135K - $192K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 19 days ago

Job description

At Vast, our mission is to contribute to a future where billions of people are living and thriving in space. Vast is developing next-generation space stations to ensure a continuous human presence in space for America and its allies, enabling advanced microgravity research and manufacturing, and unlocking a new space economy for government, corporate, and private customers. Using an incremental, hardware-rich and low-cost approach, Vast is rapidly developing its multi-module Haven Station. Haven Demo's 2025 success made Vast the only operational commercial space station company to fly and operate its own spacecraft. Next, Haven-1 is expected to become the world's first commercial space station when it launches, followed by additional Haven modules to enable permanent human presence by 2030. Our team is all-in, committed to executing our mission safely and on time. If you want to work with the most talented people on Earth furthering space exploration for humanity, come join us.
Vast is looking for a System Safety Engineer, reporting to the Vice President, Flight Safety & Mission Assurance, to support the development of the systems that will be required for the design and build of the world's first commercial human-rated space stations
This will be a full-time, exempt position located in our Long Beach location
Responsibilities:
  • Partner with engineering teams to develop a technical understanding of system design and operation. Document hazards to safety and mission and author controls to mitigate the hazard to the greatest extent possible
  • Assess and document vehicle compliance with failure tolerance requirements.Identify areas of opportunity for design improvements that minimize risk to people and property
  • Participate in design reviews to communicate safety analysis and outcomes, to both internal and external partners
  • Perform system safety analyses such as functional hazard analyses, crew survivability analysis, safety data package, human error assessment, range safety compliance

Minimum Qualifications:
  • Minimum of a B.S. degree in aerospace engineering or related field with experience in aerospace, aviation, or a similar safety critical industry

Preferred Skills & Experience:
  • Experience performing system safety analyses and certification of human-rated space systems
  • Experience performing compliance assessment of system safety processes and products against external standards including Range Safety (91-710), NASA, FAA, MIL-STD-882, or ARP-4761.
  • Experience performing system safety activities such as functional hazard analyses, crew survivability analysis, safety data package, human error assessment, range safety compliance
  • Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, fluid schematics, and electrical circuit diagrams
  • Strong safety and mission assurance fundamentals
  • Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal skills, and ability to communicate technical information to non-technical partners
  • Ability to form relationships with experts from varying engineering fields and provide constructive feedback about safety concerns

Additional Requirements:
  • Ability to travel up to 20% of the time
  • Willingness to work evenings and/or weekends to support critical mission milestones
  • Ability to lift up to 25 lbs unassisted
  • Specific certifications, as appropriate

Pay Range:
  • System Safety Engineer I: $110,700 - $157,140
  • System Safety Engineer II: $135,300 - $192,060

Pay Range: California
$110,700-$192,060 USD
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
Base salary will vary depending on job-related knowledge, education, skills, experience, business needs, and market demand. Salary is just one component of our comprehensive compensation package. Full-time employees also receive company equity, as well as access to a full suite of compelling benefits and perks, including: medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and dependents, generous paid time off; up to 20+ days of vacation for exempt staff and up to 10+ days of vacation for non-exempt staff with the ability to cash-out unused vacation annually, paid parental leave, short and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, access to a 401(k) retirement plan, ClassPass credits, personalized mental healthcare through Spring Health, and other discounts and perks. We also take pride in offering exceptional food perks, with snacks, drip coffee & onsite barista, cold drinks, and dinner meals remaining free of charge, and lunch subsidized as part of Vast's ongoing commitment to providing high-quality meals for employees.
U.S. EXPORT CONTROL COMPLIANCE STATUSThe person hired will have access to information and items subject to U.S. export controls, and therefore, must either be a "U.S. person" as defined by 22 C.F.R. § 120.62 or otherwise eligible for deemed export licensing. This status includes U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, lawful permanent residents (green card holders), and asylees and refugees with such status granted, not pending.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY
Vast is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with Vast is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.

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