Senior System Safety Engineer IV/V

At Zone 5 Technologies, we're redefining what's possible in unmanned aircraft systems. Our team of engineers and innovators is developing cutting-edge autonomous solutions that push the boundaries of UAS technology - solving complex challenges that matter.

We're building the future of UAS capabilities, and we're looking for exceptional talent to join us. If you're driven by hard problems, energized by rapid innovation, and ready to make an impact on next-generation flight systems, you belong here.

We are seeking a Senior System Safety Engineer to lead system safety activities across the product lifecycle. This role focuses on system safety architecture, data-driven analysis, comprehensive documentation, and test planning for safety verification. You will engage directly with customer counterparts on System Safety Reviews and Panels including THAR (Technical Hazard Assessment Review) and NNMSB (Nuclear Navy Material and Safety Board). 

Key Responsibilities: 

System Safety & Architecture 

Develop and maintain System Safety Program Plan and safety architecture documentation 

Lead Functional Hazard Analysis (FHA), Fault Tree Analysis (FTA), and System Safety Assessments 

Identify, document, and manage hazards, risks, and mitigation measures throughout the lifecycle 

Draft System Safety Analysis Reports and maintain traceability between safety requirements, hazards, and mitigations 

Lead Safety Critical Functional Thread Analysis (SCFTA) and support HAZOP/ETA activities 

Data, Documentation & Test Planning 

Establish data collection and analysis frameworks for safety metrics and trending 

Develop technical documentation including safety standards, specifications, procedures, and user guides 

Create and execute test plans for safety verification and validation 

Lead development of Built-In Test (BIT) plans and support Qualification Test Plan development 

Define test requirements, acceptance criteria, and success metrics for safety-critical functions 

Review test data to confirm safety requirements compliance 

Customer Engagement & Reviews 

Serve as primary point of contact with customers on system safety matters 

Lead and participate in THAR, NNMSB, and other customer System Safety Reviews and Panels 

Present safety analysis findings, risk postures, and mitigation strategies to customers 

Support milestone reviews (PDR, CDR, QDR, MRR) representing system safety 

Coordinate responses to customer safety data items and deliverables 

Risk Management & Process Improvement 

Lead safety corrective actions from Root Cause Corrective Action (RCCA) investigations 

Host corrective action reviews and ensure lessons learned implementation 

Coordinate risk mitigation with Manufacturing Engineering, Logistics, and Deployment Operations 

Develop and implement system safety processes and tools 

Ensure compliance with MIL-STD-882E and other applicable safety standards 

Basic Qualifications:  

7+ years as a System Safety Engineer or equivalent safety-critical engineering role 

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, Systems, or Electrical Engineering, or Physics 

Expertise with MIL-STD-882E and military safety standards 

Experience creating and executing test plans for safety verification 

Proven experience engaging with customers on System Safety Reviews (THAR, NNMSB, or similar) 

Strong system architecture knowledge and safety requirements decomposition 

Extensive FHA, FTA, and SCFTA experience 

Failure investigation with proven corrective action implementation 

Technical writing for reports, procedures, and documentation 

Hazard/risk management and tracking to closure 

Design review experience (PDR, CDR, MRR) with strong presentation skills 

Data collection, analysis, and trending for safety metrics 

U.S. Citizenship 

Preferred Qualifications: 

Master's degree in engineering or related field 

10+ years progressive system safety experience 

System Safety certification (ASP, CSP, CSEP) 

DoD or Navy safety programs experience 

Quantitative FTA with probabilistic risk assessment 

FMEA/FMECA, HAZOP, and ETA experience 

Safety analysis software tools (Relyence, Windchill, PTC Integrity) 

Requirements management tools (JIRA, JAMA, Cameo, DOORS) 

Aircraft, spacecraft, or UAV systems experience 

Active U.S. Security Clearance or ability to obtain 

Pay Range by level for Remote workers

Level IV - $154k - $187k
Level V - $187k - $212k
Pay range for this role
$154,000—$212,000 USD

What's in it for you:

Benefits: 

Competitive total compensation package 

Comprehensive benefit package options include medical, dental, vision, life, and more.

401k with company-match 

4 weeks of paid time off each year

12 annual company holidays

Why Join Zone 5 Technologies?

Innovative Environment: Work on cutting-edge technology that is shaping the future of defense and aerospace.

Collaborative Culture: Join a team of passionate professionals dedicated to pushing the boundaries of what’s possible.

Career Growth: Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.

If you are passionate about unmanned aircraft technology and want to be a part of a dynamic and growing company, we would love to hear from you. Apply today and join the Zone 5 Technologies team! 

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