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: Level IV - $159,000 - $191,000 Level V - $191,000 - $222,000 #LI-BC1 Pay range for this role $159,000 — $222,000 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!  In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. Zone 5 Technologies is a federal contractor and participates in E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility. As required by law, we will verify the identity and employment authorization of all new employees using the E-Verify system. 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