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.

Remote
caret down
Compensation
caret down
Position Level
caret down
Time Posted
caret down
Industries
caret down
Locations
caret down
More
1
caret down

$104K - $114K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing safety in a dynamic refinery environment. This role involves field oversight, training, and compliance to foster a proactive safety culture while ensuring adh...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$160K - $200K *

Collaborate across teams to drive the development and integration of advanced airborne systems. Lead requirements management and design efforts to ensure technical performance and mission readiness th...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$156K - $187K *

Empower a culture of safety across multiple locations by developing and executing comprehensive safety programs. Collaborate with teams, conduct inspections, and lead training sessions to ensure compl...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$156K - $187K *

Champion safety excellence by developing and executing comprehensive safety programs across multiple locations, ensuring compliance and fostering a strong safety culture to minimize workplace hazards...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$156K - $187K *

Elevate safety standards by developing and executing a comprehensive Safety Program across multiple locations, ensuring compliance and fostering a strong safety culture through training and inspection...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$76K - $98K *

Drive safety excellence by implementing a Zero Injury Safety program, ensuring a secure work environment for all stakeholders. Collaborate with diverse teams, conduct audits, and manage safety complia...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$110K - $130K *

Champion the development of optical systems by leading qualification testing, ensuring compliance with global standards, and driving reliability analysis to enhance product performance and safety in t...

Ottawa, ONIn-Person

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Drive product qualification and compliance in the optical device industry. Collaborate with experts to ensure regulatory adherence and lead testing initiatives. Utilize your experience in reliability...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Help us drive product excellence by leading qualification testing and compliance for optical systems. Collaborate with experts to ensure regulatory adherence and enhance reliability through innovative...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$69K - $142K *

Empower innovation by developing radar threat simulations for Aircraft Survivability Equipment validation, utilizing advanced coding techniques and analytical skills for high-impact software testing i...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Transform the future of industrial automation by designing innovative hardware solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop cutting-edge products, ensuring compliance and optimizing d...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$96K - $120K *

Champion safety initiatives across diverse energy projects, ensuring compliance and fostering a culture of safety. Collaborate with teams to implement safety protocols, conduct training, and manage in...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$64K - $95K *

Pioneer the mechanical design of aircraft engine nacelle components. Collaborate with manufacturers and vendors to define system architecture, generate technical data packages, and ensure compliance w...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$64K - $95K *

Drive the mechanical design of aircraft engine nacelle components, collaborating with manufacturers and vendors to ensure compliance with technical requirements while generating detailed technical dat...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$105K - $144K *

Join a team that's committed to innovative mechanical design for defense and aviation products. As a Mechanical Engineer, you'll spearhead projects from concept to support, ensuring high-quality stand...

Reposted yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $145K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of Naval aviation systems. Lead technical direction for high-visibility projects, mentor engineers, and collaborate with stakeholders to enhance Fleet readiness a...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$88K - $105K *

Engage in hands-on mechanical engineering to deploy innovative systems in maritime environments. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate and troubleshoot mechanical payloads, ensuring ope...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$63K - $108K *

Join a team that's pioneering next-gen imaging technologies. As a Mechanical Designer/Engineer, you'll work on unique image sensor devices and collaborate across disciplines, driving innovative design...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$180K - $220K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of space exploration by providing critical engineering support for advanced space vehicle systems, ensuring their reliability and safety through comprehensive int...

2 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Lead the charge in ensuring the successful integration and testing of advanced space vehicles, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to deliver innovative solutions and mitigate risks for critica...

3 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Accelerate progress at the intersection of engineering and maritime operations, integrating mechanical systems into autonomous vessels. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot and enha...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$85K - $164K *

Grow your career with a dynamic team focused on reactor safety analyses, enhancing plant stability, and supporting innovative fuel designs. Collaborate across disciplines to deliver high-quality solut...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$160K - $280K *

Design and develop embedded software for advanced actuators and control systems, ensuring reliable operation in demanding environments. Collaborate across teams to enhance performance and safety in ae...

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$108K - $130K *

Manage the development and integration of advanced Submarine combat systems, ensuring seamless operation of hybrid software, web, and hardware products. Collaborate with teams to deliver innovative so...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$224K - $356K *

Elevate safety standards in AI-driven autonomous systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance and implement safety requirements across software and hardware, driving innovatio...

Michigan, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

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.