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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$95K - $115K *

Champion the development of vehicle crash safety systems, ensuring compliance with global safety standards. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize structural designs and enhance vehicle p...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$124K - $187K *

Unlock your potential as a Sr. Principal System Safety Engineer, influencing design safety for advanced systems. Collaborate on innovative projects, ensuring compliance with safety standards while dri...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$124K - $187K *

Support the design and safety analysis of complex systems, ensuring compliance with safety standards. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop safety documentation and conduct hazard analyse...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$130K - $155K *

Oversee the functional safety architecture for diverse vehicle programs, guiding analysis methods and establishing standards while leading a team of engineers to enhance safety practices across propul...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Help us establish and implement programmatic safety compliance services for a multi-year contract, ensuring consistent safety standards across multiple construction projects at a wastewater treatment...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Empower security excellence by building and maturing our security operations. Lead incident response, vulnerability management, and engineering initiatives while fostering a strong security culture ac...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Champion safety excellence by developing and implementing robust health programs on construction sites, ensuring compliance and fostering a proactive safety culture to mitigate risks and enhance overa...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$92K - $110K *

Lead cross-functional teams in developing system-level solutions for missile defense. Utilize Model-Based Systems Engineering to analyze architecture impacts and coordinate technical specifications, e...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$115K - $160K *

Transform autonomous systems development by integrating advanced technologies and optimizing performance for unmanned aerial platforms. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to enhance capabilities...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $112K *

Shape a safer future by leading security and safety operations, ensuring the protection of museum artifacts and visitors through effective policy implementation and proactive emergency response manage...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Pioneer innovative solutions in product safety and security engineering, leading teams to enhance safety standards and regulatory compliance while driving strategic initiatives across all production p...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$75K - $158K *

Drive safety excellence by integrating OSHA standards into system development. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance safety practices and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements th...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Shape the future of aerospace by analyzing and validating cabin structures for safety and performance. Collaborate with a dynamic team to ensure compliance and excellence in aircraft interiors, drivin...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$125K - $160K *

Lead the charge in defining safety architecture for L4 autonomous systems, ensuring compliance with UL 4600 and ISO 26262. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to embed safety requirements and miti...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$59K - $111K *

Drive compliance and safety initiatives by reviewing operations, conducting field activities, and analyzing technical data. Collaborate with teams to enhance environmental health standards and promote...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$115K - $150K *

Contribute to safety engineering, ensuring design compliance and risk management throughout electrical and mechanical systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify hazards and enhance s...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Drive innovative development of Electric Vehicle technology through effective design and implementation of Electronic Control Units (ECUs) that elevate safety and performance standards in the automoti...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$87K - $157K *

Drive software safety excellence by assessing compliance with defense standards, developing safety plans, and collaborating with engineering teams to ensure mission-critical software meets rigorous sa...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Discover innovative solutions by providing remote and on-site client support. Tackle technical challenges, optimize platforms, and enhance customer satisfaction through expert troubleshooting in a dyn...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $200K *

Shape the future of dam safety engineering by leading inspections, risk assessments, and design projects for hydropower and hydraulic structures. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure hig...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $200K *

Lead the charge in dam safety engineering by conducting inspections, risk assessments, and design evaluations for hydropower and hydraulic structures. Mentor teams and manage projects to ensure high-q...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $200K *

Transform dam safety practices by leading inspections, assessments, and designs for hydropower and hydraulic structures. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure high-quality project outcome...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $200K *

Lead the charge in dam safety engineering, overseeing inspections, risk assessments, and design for hydropower projects. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure high-quality outcomes and me...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $200K *

Transform dam safety practices by leading inspections, risk assessments, and engineering evaluations. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to enhance hydropower infrastructure and mentor junior en...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $200K *

Join a dynamic team as a Senior Dam Safety Engineer, leading inspections, assessments, and designs for hydropower and dam safety projects. Drive technical excellence and mentor staff while ensuring co...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 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.