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Raytheon

Principal Safety Engineer

Huntsville, AL

As a Principal System Safety Engineer, you will be accountable for the establishment and execution of the major safety programs. The Safety Lead is a technical expert in missile safety as well as a ...

Raytheon

Principal Safety Engineer

Huntsville, AL

As a Principal System Safety Engineer, you will be accountable for the establishment and execution of the major safety programs. The Safety Lead is a technical expert in missile safety as well as a ...

PPT Solutions

Missile Safety Engineer

Huntsville, AL · On-site

Lead system safety engineering activities across all phases of missile system development and integration. * Perform and document hazard analyses including Fault Tree Analysis (FTA), Failure Modes ...

AeroVironment

Sr. Staff Safety Engineer

Huntsville, AL · On-site

Lead system safety analyses and documentation for complex unmanned aircraft systems, including ... Collaborate with systems engineering, design, integration, test, and program management to ensure ...

Blue Origin

Avionics Safety Engineer III

Huntsville, AL · On-site

$121K - $169K/yr

As part of a hardworking team of system safety and reliability engineers, you will design, assess, and assure the safety of electronic hardware in computer systems including simple and complex ...

Prattwhitney

Principal Safety Engineer

Huntsville, AL · On-site

$107.50 - $204.50/hr

Principal System Safety Engineer Location: Huntsville, AL, United States of America. Role type: Onsite. What You Will Do * Create and update the program strategy to meet all milestones, integrating ...

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As of Aug 13, 2026, the average yearly pay for systems safety engineer in Alabama is $115,306.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $88,800.00 and $142,300.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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.

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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.

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.

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Infographic showing various Systems Safety Engineer job openings in Alabama as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 79% Full Time, 17% Part Time, 2% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $115,306 per year, or $55.4 per hour.

Senior System Safety Engineer

Raytheon Technologies

Huntsville, AL • On-site

$103K - $140K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 23 days ago

Job description

Date Posted:
2026-04-20
Country:
United States of America
Location:
US-AL-HUNTSVILLE-315 ~ 315 Bob Heath Dr ~ BOB HEATH
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 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.
What You Will Do
This is an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated Senior System Safety Engineer to join our team in Huntsville, AL.
  • Lead one or more MIL-STD-882E compliant system safety programs
  • Perform MIL-STD-882E System Safety Program tasks and analyses, or customer's approved equivalent
  • Coordinate with customer safety representatives to gain safety approval from appropriate Safety Review Board authorities
  • Work across all integrated product teams and lines to properly eliminate hazards or provide effective controls.
  • Collaborate with Program Management and government approval authorities from program startup through production to demilitarization and disposal backgrounds
  • Perform System Safety Program, Hazard analyses or Design analyses
  • Brief safety of the program at technical reviews and as part of the safety approval process
  • Interpret system requirements, customer specifications and military standards
  • Prepare internal and customer reports describing various analyses relevant to the System Safety program
  • Collaborate across multiple disciplines to gain a full understanding of product architecture and design

Qualifications You Must Have
  • Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 5 years of prior relevant experience.
  • Experience with System Safety Engineering, Systems Engineering, Software or Firmware Engineering, Electrical Engineering or equivalent Safety Engineering.
  • The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued Secret security clearance is required. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.

Qualifications We Prefer
  • Experience leading multiple with DoD System Safety Programs thought out the entire life cycle
  • Experience with briefing at the military safety review board.
  • Experience with Earned Value Management Systems (EVMS) and Proposal Development.
  • Master's Degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM).

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

Learn More & Apply Now!
  • Please consider the following role type definition as you apply for this role.
  • 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 the ability to obtain a 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 86,800 USD - 165,200 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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