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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$120K - $145K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of defense technology by leading a multidisciplinary engineering group focused on advanced Electronic Warfare solutions. Drive innovation, mentor talent, and ensu...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $145K *

Empower innovation by leading systems engineering efforts for space operations, ensuring seamless integration and support for advanced capabilities within a dynamic team environment focused on mission...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$140K - $180K *

Drive the modernization of space launch ranges by providing expert systems engineering support, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and implementing innovative digital engineering practices to...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $160K *

Champion the modernization of space launch ranges by providing expert systems engineering support, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and driving digital transformation to enhance mission capa...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Join us to drive modernization efforts for space launch ranges, enhancing capabilities and supporting the Assured Access to Space mission through innovative engineering solutions and collaboration wit...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$159K - $230K *

Transform data safety by architecting proactive monitoring systems and leveraging AI to combat emerging threats. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure compliance and enhance ecosystem integrity in...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of space protection systems. As a key contributor, you'll validate software capabilities, coordinate testing efforts, and ensure mission readiness for advanced sp...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$156K - $235K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing user experiences through innovative human-centered design. Collaborate with diverse experts to tackle complex challenges and create impactful software solutio...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$86K - $165K *

Optimize project execution by coordinating cross-functional teams to achieve milestones in aerospace engineering, focusing on gas turbine technologies for commercial and military applications. Drive p...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$86K - $165K *

Shape the future of aerospace engineering by leading cross-functional projects that enhance commercial and military gas turbine technologies. Collaborate with diverse teams to ensure timely execution...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$86K - $165K *

Drive project success by coordinating cross-functional teams and managing timelines, budgets, and risks for advanced gas turbine engine initiatives. Leverage engineering expertise to ensure alignment...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$86K - $165K *

Contribute to advanced aerospace propulsion systems by leading cross-functional engineering projects, managing scope, schedule, and budget while ensuring successful program outcomes through effective...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$140K - $180K *

Accelerate your career by designing and testing advanced avionics systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create reliable hardware for next-gen defense platforms, ensuring performance in d...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$66K - $128K *

Unlock your potential as you design and implement software for spacecraft simulators, collaborating with engineers to create cutting-edge solutions in the space industry. This entry-level role offers...

San Jose, CARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$68K - $131K *

Unlock potential by joining a dynamic team as a Systems Engineer II, where you'll tackle technical challenges, manage requirements, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive project success...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$88K - $105K *

Transform the future of weather systems by leading engineering initiatives, driving modernization efforts, and ensuring operational efficiency for critical radar infrastructure, while collaborating wi...

3 weeks ago

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

$120K - $145K *

Grow your career with a lead role in systems engineering, driving innovative solutions and supervising project teams while applying ISO/IEC 15288 standards to deliver high-quality work products across...

1 month ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Innovate engineering solutions as a lead in systems engineering, overseeing projects, analyzing alternatives, and ensuring compliance with robust ISO/IEC 15288 processes. Guide teams in developing hig...

1 month ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Transform fire protection engineering by leading design and compliance efforts, mentoring junior engineers, and delivering innovative solutions for complex safety challenges in large-scale manufacturi...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$121K - $151K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of secure software integration for critical space missions. Collaborate with government leaders and contractors to ensure interoperability and operational success...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $115K *

Deliver impactful health, safety, and environmental solutions by managing compliance programs, enhancing site safety culture, and driving continuous improvement initiatives within a dynamic aerospace...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $124K *

Unlock potential by designing innovative mechanical aircraft interiors to meet customer specifications and FAA requirements, leveraging advanced CAD tools while collaborating across teams to enhance p...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of defense systems by leading integration efforts, ensuring operational safety and effectiveness throughout the lifecycle of advanced weapon systems. Drive innovation in systems engin...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Transform safety culture by leading compliance initiatives, training, and audits. Collaborate with teams to enhance safety protocols, manage incidents, and ensure regulatory adherence across multiple...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Drive the development and integration of advanced nuclear energy systems by applying systems engineering methods to translate objectives into clear, verifiable requirements and solutions, while collab...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

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.