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Level: IV/V
Expected experience: 7+ yrs
Management level: Individual contributor
Employment: Remote

Compensation

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Role speciality

System Safety

Useful technologies

CameoDOORSJamaJiraPTC IntegrityRelyenceWindchill

Required qualifications

Field of studyAerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Physics, Systems Engineering

Study levelBachelor's

Preferred qualifications

CertificationsASP, CSP, CSEP

Field of studyEngineering (or related)

Study levelMaster's

Original posting

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

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