Explore System Safety Engineer Jobs

System Safety Engineers help organizations identify and reduce risks across complex products, technologies, and operations. Browse vetted opportunities on Ladders, including roles with salaries of $100,000 or more, and discover positions where your expertise can support safer, more reliable systems.

What Does a System Safety Engineer Do?

System Safety Engineers assess hazards throughout a system’s lifecycle, from early design and development through testing, deployment, and ongoing operation. They conduct safety analyses, document risks, recommend controls, and work with engineering and program teams to make safety an integral part of system decisions.

Common Responsibilities and Skills

Responsibilities may include performing hazard analyses, maintaining safety assessments, evaluating system requirements, supporting verification and validation, and helping teams comply with applicable standards and regulations. Employers often value experience with methods such as FMEA, fault tree analysis, and system hazard analysis, along with strong communication and cross-functional collaboration skills.

Industries Hiring System Safety Engineers

Opportunities can be found in aerospace, defense, transportation, automotive, energy, medical devices, and other industries that develop or operate safety-critical systems. Requirements vary by employer and may depend on the technologies, regulatory environment, and lifecycle stage involved.

Find System Safety Engineer Jobs on Ladders

Search Ladders for vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more. Review job requirements, compare roles, and find System Safety Engineer positions aligned with your experience and career goals.

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$110K - $130K *

Innovate your career with a key role supporting the global launch and technical operations of radiopharmaceuticals, driving compliance, quality initiatives, and collaboration with CDMOs while leading...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$204K - $330K *

Transform security operations by leading a dynamic Product Security team. Drive risk-based strategies, empower engineering teams, and enhance security posture through automation and collaboration. Sha...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing service quality through rigorous quality assurance and process audits. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure compliance with ITIL practices and drive contin...

Chicago, ILRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $185K *

Empower engineering teams by designing and implementing security controls that enhance system integrity and reduce risk. Collaborate cross-functionally to create secure-by-default solutions, enabling...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Unlock potential by pioneering advanced GTM systems that enhance revenue operations. As a key engineer, you’ll design and optimize data platforms, streamline automation workflows, and ensure seamless...

New York, NYRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$196K - $245K *

Join us to lead technical enablement and validation for our Zero Trust solutions. Leverage your networking expertise to enhance customer experience, drive sales readiness, and create impactful enablem...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$139K - $174K *

Engineer impactful electrical systems by leading projects, mentoring teams, and ensuring compliance with industry standards. Collaborate to foster innovation and quality in complex building designs, d...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$115K - $164K *

Elevate your software engineering career as you lead projects, enhance CI/CD workflows, and mentor team members, ensuring high quality and reliability in our autonomous driving technology initiatives...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$105K - $202K *

Create innovative AI-powered healthcare products by transforming complex workflows into intuitive applications. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver impactful user experiences and own fe...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$130K - $155K *

Optimize cloud security infrastructure and enhance detection capabilities while investigating and responding to alerts. Contribute to building internal tools to elevate security measures, your experti...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$196K - $245K *

Transform solutions engineering for public sectors by leading a high-performing team, driving technical wins, and integrating customer insights. Own growth through strategic hiring and operational exc...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$168K - $285K *

Lead the development of Test & Code Coverage capabilities, transforming complex challenges into actionable strategies. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance software quality and streamlin...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Transform the construction services landscape by leading a dynamic CEI program, ensuring compliance and quality in roadway and bridge projects while fostering strong partnerships with VDOT and local a...

Richmond, VARemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$110K - $130K *

Transform the construction landscape in Virginia by leading a dynamic CEI program. Oversee roadway and bridge projects, foster client relationships, and mentor a dedicated team to ensure excellence in...

Norfolk, VARemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$110K - $130K *

Build a transformative construction services program in Virginia, overseeing CEI services for roadway and bridge projects. Lead a dedicated team, foster client relationships, and drive strategic growt...

Virginia Beach, VARemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of construction services by leading a dynamic program, overseeing roadway and bridge projects, and fostering strong partnerships with VDOT and local agencies while mentoring a skilled...

Culpeper, VARemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team as a Senior Structural Engineer, leading innovative design for hyperscale data centers. Leverage your expertise in concrete and steel structures to deliver impactful projects while...

Arlington, VARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$80K - $110K *

Unlock growth by driving high-impact engagements with C-suite security leaders. Utilize cutting-edge sales tools and collaborate seamlessly with Account Executives to generate valuable pipelines and f...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$250K *

Inspire innovation by engaging with Federal customers to implement cutting-edge quantum security solutions. Collaborate with diverse teams to translate complex needs into actionable proposals, driving...

College Park, MDRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$148K - $193K *

Lead strategic initiatives in fire protection and plumbing engineering, collaborating with senior management to enhance operations, drive client engagement, and implement technology solutions for impr...

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2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$125K - $150K *

Lead the charge in managing and optimizing cloud infrastructure across multiple platforms. Collaborate with teams to enhance product reliability and streamline operations while ensuring security and c...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Elevate cloud solutions by designing, deploying, and managing scalable Azure infrastructures. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure optimal performance, security, and compliance while driv...

Texas, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Transform budget planning and execution within clinical informatics, leveraging expertise in PPBE and MFR practices. Collaborate with leadership to ensure financial strategies align with healthcare in...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$170K - $220K *

Shape the future of customer solutions by leading implementations and driving adoption of innovative technologies. Collaborate with teams to deliver tailored architectural designs that meet strategic...

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5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $225K *

Lead and mentor a dynamic Security Operations team, overseeing incident response and SOC improvements while driving hands-on investigations and AI-assisted workflows to enhance security posture and op...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a System Safety Engineer do?question toggle

    A System Safety Engineer identifies and evaluates hazards in complex systems, recommends ways to reduce risk, and collaborates with teams to incorporate safety into design, testing, and operations.

  • What qualifications are common for System Safety Engineer jobs?question toggle

    Employers commonly seek an engineering degree or related technical background, experience with safety or risk analysis, and familiarity with relevant industry standards. Specific requirements vary by role and sector.

  • Which industries hire System Safety Engineers?question toggle

    System Safety Engineers work in industries such as aerospace, defense, transportation, automotive, energy, and medical devices, as well as other fields involving safety-critical systems.

  • What skills are useful in a System Safety Engineer role?question toggle

    Useful skills include hazard identification, risk assessment, systems engineering, technical documentation, and communication. Experience with methods such as FMEA and fault tree analysis may also be valued.

  • Where can I find System Safety Engineer jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Ladders features vetted professional job opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more. Search the System Safety Engineer category to explore available roles and their requirements.