The Systems Safety Engineer will plan, define and verify system safety requirements. They will also develop safety analyses to ensure design integrity and safety. The Systems Safety Engineer will ...
The Systems Safety Engineer will plan, define and verify system safety requirements. They will also develop safety analyses to ensure design integrity and safety. The Systems Safety Engineer will ...
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Systems Safety Engineer (Ground Vehicle Systems)
Auburn Hills, MI · On-site
$100K - $150K/yr
Systems Safety Engineer (Ground Vehicle Systems) Onsite in Auburn Hills, MI Salary Estimated: $100,000 - $150,000 The System Safety Engineer is a key role within the engineering team, focused on the ...
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Systems Safety Engineer (Ground Vehicle Systems)
Auburn Hills, MI · On-site
$100K - $150K/yr
Systems Safety Engineer (Ground Vehicle Systems) Onsite in Auburn Hills, MI Salary Estimated: $100,000 - $150,000 The System Safety Engineer is a key role within the engineering team, focused on the ...
The Systems Safety Engineer will plan, define and verify system safety requirements. They will also develop safety analyses to ensure design integrity and safety. The Systems Safety Engineer will ...
The Systems Safety Engineer will plan, define and verify system safety requirements. They will also develop safety analyses to ensure design integrity and safety. The Systems Safety Engineer will ...
System Safety Engineer
Auburn Hills, MI · On-site
$100K - $150K/yr
Systems Safety Engineer ( Ground Vehicle Systems) Onsite in Auburn Hills, MI Salary Estimated: $100,000 - $150,000 The System Safety Engineer is a key role within the engineering team, focused on the ...
System Safety Engineer
Auburn Hills, MI · On-site
$100K - $150K/yr
Systems Safety Engineer ( Ground Vehicle Systems) Onsite in Auburn Hills, MI Salary Estimated: $100,000 - $150,000 The System Safety Engineer is a key role within the engineering team, focused on the ...
Systems Safety Engineer (Ground Vehicle Systems) with Security Clearance
Auburn Hills, MI · On-site
$100K - $150K/yr
Systems Safety Engineer ( Ground Vehicle Systems) Onsite in Auburn Hills, MI Salary Estimated: $100,000 - $150,000 The System Safety Engineer is a key role within the engineering team, focused on the ...
Systems Safety Engineer (Ground Vehicle Systems) with Security Clearance
Auburn Hills, MI · On-site
$100K - $150K/yr
Systems Safety Engineer ( Ground Vehicle Systems) Onsite in Auburn Hills, MI Salary Estimated: $100,000 - $150,000 The System Safety Engineer is a key role within the engineering team, focused on the ...
System Safety Engineer
Auburn Hills, MI · On-site
Our expertise spans electronic and mechanical systems, fabricated structures, armored products ... The System Safety Engineer is a key role within the engineering team, focused on the safe and ...
System Safety Engineer
Auburn Hills, MI · On-site
Our expertise spans electronic and mechanical systems, fabricated structures, armored products ... The System Safety Engineer is a key role within the engineering team, focused on the safe and ...
Our expertise spans electronic and mechanical systems, fabricated structures, armored products ... The System Safety Engineer is a key role within the engineering team, focused on the safe and ...
Our expertise spans electronic and mechanical systems, fabricated structures, armored products ... The System Safety Engineer is a key role within the engineering team, focused on the safe and ...
As a Digital Systems Safety Engineer within our Research and Advanced Engineering (R&A) team, you won't just be applying safety standards; you will be pioneering them. Operating on the leading edge ...
As a Digital Systems Safety Engineer within our Research and Advanced Engineering (R&A) team, you won't just be applying safety standards; you will be pioneering them. Operating on the leading edge ...
Functional System Safety Engineer (Mid-Career Level)
Sterling Heights, MI · On-site
$50 - $65/hr
Functional System Safety Engineer (Defense Vehicle Systems) Onsite in Sterling Heights, MI ... Develop and maintain Hazard Tracking Systems (HTS), Hazard Logs, and Risk Registers * Perform and ...
Functional System Safety Engineer (Mid-Career Level)
Sterling Heights, MI · On-site
$50 - $65/hr
Functional System Safety Engineer (Defense Vehicle Systems) Onsite in Sterling Heights, MI ... Develop and maintain Hazard Tracking Systems (HTS), Hazard Logs, and Risk Registers * Perform and ...
As a Digital Systems Safety Engineer within our Research and Advanced Engineering (R&A) team, you won't just be applying safety standards; you will be pioneering them. Operating on the leading edge ...
As a Digital Systems Safety Engineer within our Research and Advanced Engineering (R&A) team, you won't just be applying safety standards; you will be pioneering them. Operating on the leading edge ...
Partnering with feature, systems, safety, cybersecurity and machine-learning teams, we turn ... engineer who can turn safety goals into a concrete, verifiable design that ships. You thrive at the ...
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System Safety Engineer
Ann Arbor, MI · On-site
Partnering with feature, systems, safety, cybersecurity and machine-learning teams, we turn ... engineer who can turn safety goals into a concrete, verifiable design that ships. You thrive at the ...
System Safety Engineer
Ann Arbor, MI · On-site
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Safety Engineer
Canton, MI · On-site
Safety Engineers visit customer sites to conduct risk assessments, provide safety reports, lead ... Prepare and review reports from Consulting Team to ensure compliance with Pilz systems * Be able to ...
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Safety Engineer
Canton, MI · On-site
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Functional Safety Engineer
Farmington Hills, MI · On-site
$80K - $100K/yr
The ideal candidate will have experience in electronics design (hardware and software) or systems engineering, and be keen to learn. May be a recent graduate or an established safety engineer with a ...
Functional Safety Engineer
Farmington Hills, MI · On-site
$80K - $100K/yr
The ideal candidate will have experience in electronics design (hardware and software) or systems engineering, and be keen to learn. May be a recent graduate or an established safety engineer with a ...
Safety Engineers visit customer sites to conduct risk assessments, provide safety reports, lead ... Prepare and review reports from Consulting Team to ensure compliance with Pilz systems * Be able to ...
Safety Engineers visit customer sites to conduct risk assessments, provide safety reports, lead ... Prepare and review reports from Consulting Team to ensure compliance with Pilz systems * Be able to ...
Safety Engineer
Canton, MI · On-site
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Safety Engineer
Canton, MI · On-site
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Functional Safety Engineer III
Auburn, MI · On-site
$49.75 - $66.75/hr
Perform design and safety analysis of systems to assess performance to requirements. Generate ... Develop safety requirements for software and hardware design engineers. Requirements: Bachelor ...
Functional Safety Engineer III
Auburn, MI · On-site
$49.75 - $66.75/hr
Perform design and safety analysis of systems to assess performance to requirements. Generate ... Develop safety requirements for software and hardware design engineers. Requirements: Bachelor ...
PD Systems Functional Safety Engineer
Dearborn, MI · On-site
$97K - $162K/yr
... Systems, Computer Engineering or related degree; or foreign equivalency degree, or a combination of equivalent experience and education. 5 years of experience in Functional Safety 5 years of ...
PD Systems Functional Safety Engineer
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$97K - $162K/yr
... Systems, Computer Engineering or related degree; or foreign equivalency degree, or a combination of equivalent experience and education. 5 years of experience in Functional Safety 5 years of ...
Propulsion Systems Safety & Diagnostics Engineer (OBD / Functional Safety)
Auburn Hills, MI · On-site
You will work across cross-functional engineering teams to enable robust system design, regulatory compliance, and efficient aftersales support. Key Responsibilities * Support development of safety ...
Propulsion Systems Safety & Diagnostics Engineer (OBD / Functional Safety)
Auburn Hills, MI · On-site
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PD Systems Functional Safety Engineer
Dearborn, MI · Hybrid
$97K - $162K/yr
We are seeking a skilled professional to join the ADAS Functional Safety Systems team. You'll have... Bachelor's Degree in Electrical, Aerospace, Mechanical, Systems, Computer Engineering or related ...
PD Systems Functional Safety Engineer
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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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Job description
Who We Are
Williams International is a privately-owned company that develops and manufactures jet engines for both military and commercial aircraft applications. We are a company of creators who deliver pioneering ideas and technologies that lead the aerospace industry. Our culture fosters creativity, collaboration, and continuous learning to position our team members to inspire each other and provide quality products and supporting services that exceed the expectations of our customers.
The Opportunity
Williams International has an exciting opportunity for an Systems Engineer - Aerospace Safety to join our team. The Systems Safety Engineer will plan, define and verify system safety requirements. They will also develop safety analyses to ensure design integrity and safety. The Systems Safety Engineer will support commercial certification or military safety review boards as required by the program. They will also be responsible for reliability and maintainability analysis.
This position is 100% on-site.
The Systems Engineer - Aerospace Safety will perform:
- System Safety Analysis and Planning
- Safety Assessment Reporting
- Fault Tree Generation
- Functional Hazard Assessments
- Failure Modes Effects Analysis
- Failure Modes, Effects and Criticality Analysis
- Maintainability Program Plans and Procedures
- Software considerations for aerospace systems
- Airborne electronic hardware evaluation
- Reliability Engineering principles
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, preferred but not required Systems, Aerospace, Mechanical or Electrical
- 5+ years of experience in aerospace safety principles.
- Direct Experience in SAE ARP4761 or MIL-STD-882 Analyses, such as:
- Aircraft and System Functional Hazard Assessments (AFHA/SFHAs)
- Aircraft and System Safety Assessment (PASA, PSSA. ASA, SSA)
- Particular Risk Analysis (PRA)
- Zonal Safety Analysis (ZSA)
- Common Mode Analysis (CMA)
- Preliminary Hazard Analysis (PHA)
- Operational & Support Hazard Analysis (O&SHA)
- Health Hazard Analysis (HHA)
- System/Subsystem Hazard Analysis (SHA/SSHA)
- Hazardous Materials
- Failure Modes and Effects Criticality Analyses (FMECA)
- Safety Assessment Report (SAR)
- Experience in conducting system safety analysis including fault tree creation, FMEA and FMECA generation and failure investigations
- Experience in completing Reliability Engineering principles or statistical analyses, such as Markov analysis, Weibull analysis (fleet risk assessment), reliability allocations and predictions, maintainability procedures, LORA (Level of Repair Analysis), Etc.
- A working knowledge of gas turbine engines with an intermediate to advanced knowledge of turbomachinery failure modes, including manufacturing methods, is desired
- Comprehension of electro-mechanical components and Electrical and Mechanical Engineering principles is desired
- Ability to assess system designs for maintainability and develop work instructions is desired
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Proficient using of Microsoft Office tools
- U.S. citizenship is required
- Position may require the ability to obtain a U.S. Government Security Clearance, if needed. Candidates selected may be subject to a U.S. Government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. For more information on Security Clearances, please visit: U.S. Department of State.
Additional Information
Williams International is a Drug Free Workplace where all new team members and contractors are subject to pre-employment drug testing for the following controlled substances: marijuana, cocaine, PCP, amphetamines, opioids and alcohol as policy dictates.
Williams International is committed to equal employment opportunities for all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, and protected veteran status.
Please view Equal Employment Opportunity Posters provided by OFCCP here.
If you are interested in applying for employment with Williams International and need special assistance or an accommodation to use our website or to apply for a position due to a physical and/or mental disability, please send an e-mail with your request to HR@Williams-int.com. Or, please call 248-624-5200. Determination on requests for reasonable accommodation is made on a case-by-case basis.
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Industry
Aerospace product and parts manufacturing
Company size
1,001 - 5,000 Employees
Headquarters location
Pontiac, MI, US
Year founded
1955