Systems Safety Engineer
Engineers ensuring the safety of physical systems through functional safety analysis, hazard assessment, system safety engineering, and verification & validation of safety-critical systems.
Skills
What companies are looking for in this role.
Conducting hazard identification and risk assessment analyses using structured methodologies
Leading cross-functional safety engineering efforts and cross-team collaboration
Defining and managing safety requirements across system architecture and design
Ensuring compliance with international safety standards and regulatory frameworks
Developing and implementing hazard mitigation strategies and fail-safe mechanisms
Performing verification and validation of safety-critical systems and features
Assessing safety effectiveness of implemented mitigations in production environments
Managing end-to-end risk management programs including issue intake and retirement
Developing comprehensive requirements and verification plans for mission-critical systems
Creating simulation models and virtual prototypes for system testing and validation
Conducting trade studies and complex subsystem interaction analysis to inform design decisions
Investigating field incidents and analyzing operational safety data to identify trends
Applying AI and machine learning safety considerations in autonomous system design
Presenting technical safety analysis findings to executive leadership and stakeholders
Championing safety culture and promoting continuous improvement initiatives
Liaising with regulatory authorities and government bodies on safety compliance
Navigating ambiguous problems with extended time horizons in emerging technology domains
Coordinating with legal and compliance teams on regulatory investigations and claims
Technology
The tools and technologies that define this role.
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12 open Systems Safety Engineer jobs across 3 companies.
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