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Systems Safety Engineer

Owego, NY · On-site

$85K - $158K/yr

Systems Safety Engineer Sr. Position Location(s): Owego, US-NY, United States Final Clearance for the Role: Secret WHO WE ARE At Lockheed Martin Rotary and Mission Systems, we are driven by ...

Systems Safety Engineer

Atlanta, GA · On-site

$126K - $167K/yr

As a System Safety Engineer at Anduril, you will autonomously drive system-level safety decisions, apply advanced analysis techniques, influence design trades, and lead complex failure investigations.

Systems Safety Engineer

Costa Mesa, CA · On-site

$146K - $194K/yr

As a System Safety Engineer at Anduril, you will autonomously drive system-level safety decisions, apply advanced analysis techniques, influence design trades, and lead complex failure investigations.

The Reliability & System Safety Engineering team works with our broader Engineering team to ensure our products are safe and meet all mission performance, environmental, and customer requirements. We ...

Systems Safety Engineer

Costa Mesa, CA · On-site

$146K - $194K/yr

As a System Safety Engineer at Anduril, you will autonomously drive system-level safety decisions, apply advanced analysis techniques, influence design trades, and lead complex failure investigations.

Systems Safety Engineer

Costa Mesa, CA · On-site

$146K - $194K/yr

As a System Safety Engineer at Anduril, you will autonomously drive system-level safety decisions, apply advanced analysis techniques, influence design trades, and lead complex failure investigations.

Systems Safety Engineer

Atlanta, GA · On-site

$126K - $167K/yr

As a System Safety Engineer at Anduril, you will autonomously drive system-level safety decisions, apply advanced analysis techniques, influence design trades, and lead complex failure investigations.

Systems Safety Engineer

Costa Mesa, CA · On-site

$146 - $194/hr

As a System Safety Engineer at Anduril, you will autonomously drive system‑level safety decisions, apply advanced analysis techniques, influence design trades, and lead complex failure ...

Systems Safety Engineer

Atlanta, GA · On-site

$126K - $167K/yr

As a System Safety Engineer at Anduril, you will autonomously drive system-level safety decisions, apply advanced analysis techniques, influence design trades, and lead complex failure investigations.

The Reliability & System Safety Engineering team works with our broader Engineering team to ensure our products are safe and meet all mission performance, environmental, and customer requirements. We ...

Systems Safety Engineer

Liverpool, NY · On-site

$73.40 - $129.26/hr

An Engineer working in the System Safety Engineering group will contribute to a wide variety of projects based on our business needs. The role involves working as an independent contributor alongside ...

ORA_ON_SITE Description SAIC is seeking a Systems Safety Engineer at our office in Middletown, RI . A successful candidate will work as part of a team analyzing a system to identify hazards ...

ORA_ON_SITE Description SAIC is seeking a Systems Safety Engineer at our office in Middletown, RI . A successful candidate will work as part of a team analyzing a system to identify hazards ...

QTEC Aerospace is seeking a SYSTEMS SAFETY ENGINEER to join our team of professionals in Huntsville, AL. The qualified applicant will become part of a team of professionals representing both industry ...

Description SAIC is seeking a Systems Safety Engineer at our office in Middletown, RI . A successful candidate will work as part of a team analyzing a system to identify hazards, categorize risk, and ...

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How much do systems safety engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 30, 2026, the average yearly pay for systems safety engineer in the United States is $127,215.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $98,000.00 and $157,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a systems safety engineer?

A Systems Safety Engineer is responsible for identifying, analyzing, and mitigating risks in complex systems to ensure they operate safely and comply with regulations. They work across industries like aerospace, defense, automotive, and healthcare, applying safety engineering principles to prevent failures and hazards. Their role involves conducting safety assessments, hazard analyses, and failure mode evaluations, often collaborating with design, reliability, and regulatory teams. By implementing safety standards and best practices, they help minimize risks and enhance overall system reliability.

What does a systems safety engineer do?

As a Systems Safety Engineer, your typical day involves performing safety analyses, identifying and assessing risks within complex systems, and recommending mitigation strategies. You’ll prepare and review documentation, participate in design and technical review meetings, and collaborate closely with engineering, quality, and project management teams. You may also be responsible for ensuring compliance with industry safety standards and communicating findings with stakeholders. This dynamic role often requires balancing multiple projects while keeping safety considerations at the forefront of each system’s lifecycle.

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

To thrive as a Systems Safety Engineer, you need a solid understanding of systems engineering, risk assessment methodologies, safety analysis, and a relevant engineering degree. Familiarity with tools such as FMEA, Fault Tree Analysis, DO-178C/DO-254 standards, and certifications like Certified Safety Professional (CSP) or similar are often required. Strong problem-solving, attention to detail, communication, and teamwork skills help set you apart in this position. These abilities are crucial for ensuring complex systems operate safely, regulatory standards are met, and hazards are identified and mitigated effectively.

Is a systems safety engineer in high demand?

Systems safety engineers are in high demand across industries such as aerospace, automotive, and manufacturing due to increasing safety regulations and complex systems. They often require knowledge of safety standards like ISO 26262 or MIL-STD-882 and may hold certifications such as Certified Safety Professional (CSP).
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Infographic showing various Systems Safety Engineer job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 81% Full Time, 16% Part Time, 1% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 98% Physical, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $127,215 per year, or $61.2 per hour.

Systems Safety Engineer

Lockheed Martin - US

Owego, NY • On-site

$85K - $158K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

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Job description

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Systems Safety Engineer Sr.
Position Location(s): Owego, US-NY, United States
 

Final Clearance for the Role: Secret

WHO WE ARE
At Lockheed Martin Rotary and Mission Systems, we are driven by innovation and integrity. We believe that by applying the highest standards of business ethics and visionary thinking, everything is within our reach – and yours as a Lockheed Martin employee. Lockheed Martin values your skills, training, and education. Come and experience your future!

WHAT WE'RE DOING
An engineer working in the System Safety Engineering group will contribute to a wide variety of projects based on our business needs. The role involves working as an independent contributor alongside team leadership to perform Systems Safety Engineering tasks in support of project objectives. As a System Safety Engineer, you will be part of a team of experienced safety and specialty engineers working on various missile launching system programs. Your primary responsibility will be to contribute to analysis and design support efforts for all aspects of the system safety programs, ensuring that safety is integrated into the hardware and software of these products.

Key Responsibilities:
-Analysis and design support for system safety programs.
-Requirements analysis, interface analysis, and operations analysis.
-System safety test and verification.
-Collaboration with senior safety engineers to ensure safety is crafted into products

Guidance and Development:
-Direct guidance from senior safety engineers familiar with the product line
-Opportunity to grow skills and understanding of System Safety Engineering
-Contribution to improving and evolving the System Safety process and methodology
Overall: This role offers a chance to work on critical system safety programs, develop valuable skills, and contribute to the development of safe and reliable missile launching systems. With guidance from experienced senior safety engineers, you will have the opportunity to grow professionally and make a meaningful impact on the safety of these products.

WHO YOU ARE
The ideal candidate for this position should: -Should be capable of working in a team-oriented, fast paced environment, supporting multiple projects and proposals.
-Possess proven communication, team building, and project management skills.
-Strong technical experience, planning, and organizational skills

WHY JOIN US
At Lockheed Martin we value your unique skills and expertise, and we aim to give back continuously by offering a wide variety of benefits and amenities to help our employees live flexible, healthy, and fulfilling lives at and outside of work.

Performs technical planning, system integration, verification and validation, cost and risk, and supportability and effectiveness analyses for total systems. Analyses are performed at all levels of total system product to include: concept, design, fabrication, test, installation, operation, maintenance and disposal. Ensures the logical and systematic conversion of customer or product requirements into total systems solutions that acknowledge technical, schedule, and cost constraints. Performs functional analysis, timeline analysis, detail trade studies, requirements allocation and interface definition studies to translate customer requirements into hardware and software specifications. For positions that perform IT responsibilities, use E646, Systems Engr-IT.

Basic Qualifications

- Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Physics, or equivalent technical discipline
- Minimum 5 years of experience
- Experience in conducting System Safety Programs
- Familiarity with MIL-STD-882E and other relevant industry safety standards
- Experience in system safety engineering, systems engineering, software engineering, or related field
- Proficient with MS Office products: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project
- Proficient in AI prompting as it applies to this position and practice. 

Desired Skills

M.S. Degree in Engineering, Computer Science , Physics or Equivalent Technical discipline Experience with weapon/fire control system development, radar development, and/or electrical hardware design - Experience with Requirements and Model Based Engineering tools (i.e. DOORS, CAMEO) - Experience in software development tools and methodologies (i.e. Agile, DevSecOps)

- Experience with safety standards (i.e. OSHA, NAS-411) - Experience with software safety standards (i.e. JSSEH)

- Experience in Software Safety

Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range: $85300.00 - $158300.00

At  Lockheed Martin, we know mission success starts with taking care of our people. Our Total Rewards program is designed to attract top talent, support your well-being, and help you grow—both professionally and personally.

The salary range for this position is as listed on the requisition. Please note that the salary information listed is a general guideline only. Lockheed Martin considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/ training, key skills as well as market(work location) and business considerations when extending an offer.  

Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible work arrangements and schedules (e.g., 4x10), 401(k) match, Paid time off, Holidays, Parental Leave, EAP, Flexible Spending Accounts, Education Assistance, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability.

  • Annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs may be offered depending on the position. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and can vary from year to year and are tied to a range of performance metrics.
  • For (Washington state applicants only) Non-represented full-time employees: accrue at least 10 hours per month of Paid Time Off (PTO) to be used for incidental absences and other reasons; receive at least 90 hours for holidays. Represented full time employees accrue 6.67 hours of Vacation per month; accrue up to 52 hours of sick leave annually; receive at least 96 hours for holidays. PTO, Vacation, sick leave, and holiday hours are prorated based on start date during the calendar year.