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As a system safety engineer on our team, you'll work in a dynamic environment supporting comprehensive system safety programs across a diverse portfolio, which may include radar systems, unmanned ...

The Systems Safety Engineer will assist in leading contractual and rapid prototyping programs in accordance with the latest version of MIL-STD-882, Army Aviation and Missile Command (AMCOM) 385-17 ...

Senior Systems Safety Engineer

Woburn, MA

$114K - $156K/yr

We are currently seeking Senior System Safety Engineers . These are onsite roles and can be located in Woburn, Tewksbury, Marlborough, Andover or Portsmouth RI. What You Will Do: System Safety ...

Senior Systems Safety Engineer

Woburn, MA

$114K - $156K/yr

As a Senior System Safety Engineer , your responsibilities will include: * Developing and implementing one or more MIL-STD-882E compliant system safety programs * Performing MIL-STD-882E System ...

Job Summary Leonardo DRS Land Systems is seeking a Senior Systems Safety Engineer to lead contractual and rapid prototyping programs in accordance with the latest version of MIL-STD-882, Army ...

Job Summary Leonardo DRS Land Systems is seeking a Senior Systems Safety Engineer to lead contractual and rapid prototyping programs in accordance with the latest version of MIL-STD-882, Army ...

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How much do systems safety engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 21, 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 are some typical daily responsibilities of a Systems Safety Engineer?

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 in the Systems Safety Engineer position, and why are they important?

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 job?

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 - Aerospace Safety

Systems Safety Engineer - Aerospace Safety

Williams International

Pontiac, MI

Full-time

Re-posted 19 days ago


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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.

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