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As of Aug 8, 2026, the average yearly pay for systems safety engineer in Arizona is $118,550.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $91,300.00 and $146,300.00 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.

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.

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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Systems Safety Engineer - Next-Gen Avionics

Honeywell - AEROSPACE

Glendale, AZ

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 22 days ago


Honeywell Aerospace rating

8.4

Company rating: 8.4 out of 10

Based on 126 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

31st of 72 rated aerospace companies


Job description

When you join Honeywell, you become a member of our global team of thinkers, innovators, dreamers and doers who make the things that make the future.
Honeywell's Anthem Integrated Flight Deck is the Future of Flight
Honeywell's Anthem Integrated Flight Deck is the industry's 1st Cloud-Connected "always-on" Integrated Cockpit system, featuring cloud-native communications, navigation, and surveillance systems, powered by a flexible software platform that can be customized for virtually every type of aircraft, from passenger planes and business aircraft to defense, general aviation and the rapidly emerging class of Advanced Air-Mobility (AAM) vehicles.
Honeywell's newest and most advanced Flight Deck will herald a new age of aviation where connectivity will help enable true autonomy.
Honeywell's Anthem is breaking new ground in Avionics design and pilot-machine interface, with the goal of making pilots' jobs easier, safer and more intuitive. Anthem allows pilots to configure their own cockpit based on mission and phase of flight. Our revolutionary Anthem Integrated Flight Deck delivers unparalleled levels of connectivity, a modern and intuitive user interface, and a highly scalable, customizable design - bringing flexibility, clarity, and simplicity to an industry that demands precision. #Anthem
It's not just an upgrade-it's the next era of flight.
Responsibilities
As a Systems Safety Engineer here at Honeywell, you will have the opportunity to impact the development of safety-critical systems and cutting-edge Avionics solutions for the Honeywell Anthem Flight Deck System. As a flagship product, the Honeywell Anthem Flight Deck System is not just another avionics product; it is a visionary endeavor that employs cutting-edge technologies to redefine how pilots interact with flight information and aircraft systems.
Responsibilities
  • Support the development and management of system safety requirements, ensuring proper allocation, traceability, validation, and verification
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams including systems, software, hardware, safety, and certification engineering
  • Support system design and architecture activities to ensure safety considerations are incorporated early and throughout development
  • Contribute to systems integration efforts, identifying and addressing safety impacts across interfaces and subsystems
  • Perform or support system safety analyses, including:
    • Functional Hazard Analysis (FHA)
    • Fault Tree Analysis (FTA)
    • Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (FMEA)
    • Common Mode Analysis (CMA)
  • Support compliance with applicable aerospace safety standards and regulatory guidance
  • Assist with technical documentation, reviews, and certification artifacts in accordance with Honeywell processes

What's In It for You
  • Hands-on work with safety-critical avionics systems

Why Join Us?
Accelerate Your Career: Gain invaluable experience working on cutting-edge Avionics technology that drives the future of aviation.
Innovation at Work: Work alongside industry experts who are passionate about engineering excellence.
Community and Culture: Join a team that values innovation, encourages collaboration, and continuous improvement.
At Honeywell, our people leaders play a critical role in developing and supporting our employees to help them perform at their best and drive change across the company. Help to build a strong, diverse team by recruiting talent, identifying, and developing successors, driving retention and engagement, and fostering an inclusive culture.
Qualifications
YOU MUST HAVE
  • Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in a technical discipline such as the sciences, technology, engineering or mathematics
  • Systems Engineering / Safety Engineering experience (open to varying experience levels from Engr II through Senior levels)

WE VALUE
  • Knowledge of systems development lifecycle
  • Knowledge in any of the following is of value:
    • CAFTA experience
    • Part 25 aircraft exposure
    • Flight control safety experience
    • System safety analyses (e.g. FHA, FTA, FMEA, CMA, etc)

BENEFITS OF WORKING AT HONEYWELL AEROSPACE
Beyond a performance-driven salary, you'll work alongside dedicated experts on technology that's advancing aviation. As a Honeywell Aerospace employee, you're eligible for a comprehensive benefits package that includes:
• Employer-subsidized medical, dental, vision and life insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage
• 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts and health savings accounts
• Employee assistance program and educational assistance
• Parental leave and 12 paid holidays
• Paid time off for vacation, personal and sick time
Explore your benefits: https://honeywellaerospacebenefits.com/
U.S. PERSON REQUIREMENTS
Due to compliance with U.S. export control laws and regulations, candidate must be a U.S. person, which is defined as, a U.S. citizen, a U.S. permanent resident, or have protected status in the U.S. under asylum or refugee status.
ABOUT HONEYWELL AEROSPACE
Join a company that's reintroducing itself to the aviation community we've helped advance for more than a century. At Honeywell Aerospace (NASDAQ: HONA), we're launching as an independent, publicly traded aerospace and defense company built on a legacy of operational excellence and mission-focused execution.
Our new brand identity pairs that heritage with real momentum, as we build technology that helps pilots navigate with confidence, aircraft operate more efficiently, and operators stay ahead of change. With our systems on board 90% of the world's aircraft, your work here has reach that's rare to find anywhere else.
Focusing on our customers, investing in innovation, and building a culture of accountability and performance is how we're shaping what comes next.
Every horizon. Every mission. Every day.
ABOUT HONEYWELL ELECTRONIC SOLUTIONS
Honeywell Aerospace products and services are found on aircraft across commercial aviation, defense and space - from engines and cockpit electronics to cabin systems, mechanical components and connectivity solutions. Our technology helps operators fly more safely, reduce fuel consumption, improve on-time performance and deliver a better experience for the people on board.
As aviation continues to evolve, we're also developing systems to support autonomous and supersonic platforms, bringing the same focus on safety and efficiency to the next era of flight. With approximately 36,000 employees worldwide and net sales of $17.4B in 2025, Honeywell Aerospace is one of the largest dedicated aerospace companies in the world. Explore our businesses: https://www.honeywellaerospace.com
Honeywell Aerospace Electronic Solutions develops the avionics, navigation systems, sensors and electromagnetic defense technology that help aircraft perform safely and with precision. Our systems are on board 90% of the world's aircraft - serving commercial aviation, defense and space operators from integrated flight deck platforms with 30-plus years in service to radiation-hardened systems trusted for human spaceflight.
The application period for the job is estimated to be 40 days from the job posting date; however, this may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates. Job Posting Date: July 6th, 2026 #LI-Hybrid

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