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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$78K - $127K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of environmental infrastructure by designing innovative process mechanical systems for water and wastewater treatment projects across diverse industries...

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1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$157K - $184K *

Engineer and elevate our core product by developing innovative features, tools, and infrastructure while collaborating closely with a dedicated team to maintain high-quality standards and drive techni...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$93K - $179K *

Contribute to innovative software solutions by designing, developing, and testing applications. Engage in all phases of the software lifecycle while mentoring junior engineers and enhancing operationa...

San Antonio, TXRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$125K - $150K *

Engineer transformative solutions by integrating cutting-edge APIs into enterprise systems. Collaborate closely with clients to deploy production software efficiently while leveraging modern AI tools...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$85K - $145K *

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$66K - $131K *

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Washington, DCRemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $180K *

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Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $155K *

Engage with cross-functional teams to manage complex risk reviews, ensuring compliant product launches. Leverage program management expertise to optimize processes and build trust with stakeholders th...

Seattle, WARemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $170K *

Transform the future of correctional facility design by managing electrical engineering standards and ensuring compliance with federal guidelines. Lead technical reviews, oversee construction, and pro...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$125K - $150K *

Lead product strategy and execution for a suite of wargaming tools, collaborating with users and engineers to transform complex technical capabilities into impactful solutions in high-stakes environme...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $160K *

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Arlington, VARemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$120K - $145K *

Lead customer engagement through technical discovery and deployment, integrating AI solutions while collaborating with Sales, Product, and Engineering teams. Drive implementation efficiency and bridge...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

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Houston, TXRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $95K *

Lead advanced troubleshooting and repair of medical equipment, ensuring customer satisfaction through service excellence. Collaborate with teams, mentor junior engineers, and drive initiatives to enha...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $95K *

Lead the installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of complex medical equipment, ensuring exceptional service and customer satisfaction. Collaborate with teams to drive operational excellence and...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$225K - $275K *

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$103K - $176K *

Innovate solutions by leading mechanical engineering projects to enhance production processes. Collaborate with stakeholders to design, implement, and optimize equipment and systems, ensuring safety a...

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4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$137K - $183K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$104K - $139K *

Contribute to accessibility efforts by enhancing the core Gecko rendering engine, ensuring a more inclusive web experience through collaboration, coding, testing, and problem-solving with the passiona...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

Drive field engineering excellence by installing, maintaining, and troubleshooting cutting-edge hardware systems. Collaborate with teams to enhance product design and ensure reliable operations in dyn...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$155K - $195K *

Unlock potential by leading strategic growth in Industrial Hygiene, driving client development, and delivering high-quality technical solutions. Collaborate with teams to ensure regulatory compliance...

San Francisco, CARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$155K - $195K *

Drive growth and profitability in Industrial Hygiene by leading client development, overseeing technical projects, and mentoring teams. Collaborate with executives to shape strategies and deliver high...

Sacramento, CARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in strategic growth and relationship development for a portfolio of EPE clients. Drive business development, uncover opportunities, and enhance client engagement to expand EPE’s footpr...

Austin, TXRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $120K *

Join a dynamic team as you lead traffic engineering and planning projects, mentor junior staff, and leverage data-driven solutions to tackle complex transportation challenges while ensuring high-quali...

Tampa, FLRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$105K - $157K *

Deliver exceptional service as a Field Engineer, resolving advanced technical issues and enhancing customer satisfaction. Collaborate with teams to drive service excellence and support business growth...

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5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

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.