We are seeking a Safety Engineer with a background in Department of Defense (DoD) systems and software safety to support the design, development, and deployment of mission-critical systems. This role requires an understanding of DoD standards and a collaborative approach to ensure all safety and risk requirements are met throughout the lifecycle of complex projects. The Safety Engineer II/III will work closely with multidisciplinary teams to perform system hazard analyses, software safety assessments, and risk mitigation strategies, with a focus on ensuring operational safety and compliance with military safety standards.
*This is a 3+ month contract or 1099 role.
Job duties:
- Conduct hazard analyses for both hardware and software systems in accordance with MIL-STD-882E and other relevant DoD safety standards.
- Assess software safety and cybersecurity interfaces to ensure comprehensive risk management in embedded and real-time systems.
- Review design documentation, specifications, and test results to verify compliance with safety requirements.
- Lead or support the development and implementation of safety verification and validation plans across the system lifecycle.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including systems engineering, software engineering, and program management, to identify and mitigate safety risks.
- Participate in System Safety Working Groups (SSWG) and interface with government and contractor teams to support program safety requirements.
- Prepare safety documentation, such as System Safety Program Plans (SSPPs) and Hazard Tracking System (HTS) reports.
- Support safety audits, technical reviews, and safety assessments as part of contract compliance and risk management.
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Systems Engineering, Software Engineering, Safety Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
- 3+ years (Level II) or 5+ years (Level III) of experience in safety engineering, with a focus on DOD programs.
- Strong knowledge of DOD safety standards (MIL-STD-882) and familiarity with software safety processes.
- Proven experience with safety analysis techniques, such as FMEA, FTA, and HAZOP.
- Active Secret clearance
- Demonstrated ability to work in a collaborative, multi-disciplinary environment.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Master’s degree in Systems Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field.
- Experience with Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) and software safety tools.
- Certifications in safety engineering or systems safety are a plus (e.g., CSP, CSEP).
- Hands-on experience in developing and maintaining complex requirement traceability matrices.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, particularly in the context of verification and validation processes.
- Experience with risk management practices and tools.
- Ability to work effectively in a cross-functional team environment, managing multiple priorities and deadlines.
We provide a competitive pay and benefits package. This position is offering a salary range of $90,000 to $150,000. Belcan considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to education, experience, geographic location, and discipline. Benefits offered may include health care, dental, vision, life insurance; 401(k); education assistance; paid time off including PTO, holidays, and any other paid leave required by law.
As an employee with Belcan, you will be part of one of the largest engineering firms in the United States. We maintain a small-company atmosphere as well as open communication at all levels of our organization, allowing for much more dynamic decision-making processes. We offer flexible schedules as well as an excellent mentoring system to ensure that you have all the knowledge and tools you need to meet a diverse range of engineering challenges. You will also have opportunities to advance to positions of greater responsibility, including management roles. Your hard work and professional dedication will be rewarded with a competitive compensation package. Build a challenging and rewarding career with an industry leader!
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