Lead system safety engineering activities across all phases of missile system development and integration
Perform and document hazard analyses including Fault Tree Analysis (FTA), Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (FMEA), and Preliminary Hazard Analysis (PHA)
Ensure compliance with MIL-STD-882E and other applicable DoD and Army safety standards
Develop and maintain Safety Assessment Reports (SARs), Safety Verification Plans, and Risk Acceptance documentation
Collaborate with design, test, and integration teams to embed safety requirements into system architecture and operational concepts
Support Safety Release processes for test events, including live-fire and flight testing
Interface with Army safety boards, review panels, and Joint Weapon Safety Working Groups
Lead root cause analysis and corrective action planning for safety-related incidents or anomalies
Mentor junior safety engineers and contribute to continuous improvement of safety engineering practices

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Systems Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field
8+ years of experience in system safety engineering, preferably in missile or defense systems
Strong working knowledge of MIL-STD-882E, DoDI 5000.02/5000.88, and Army safety protocols
Experience with explosives safety, software safety, and environmental safety integration
Proficiency in safety analysis tools and techniques (e.g., FTA, FMEA, HAZOP)
Excellent technical writing and communication skills
Must be able to travel (15-20%)
Must be eligible to obtain and maintain a security clearance at the required level
Must be a U.S. Citizen

Missile Safety Engineer

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