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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$125K - $150K *

Shape the future of aerospace systems by leading the development and enhancement of Cutting-edge Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) and Software-in-the-Loop (SIL) test environments while driving engineering e...

1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in shaping complex technical solutions by developing operational requirements, translating needs into actionable plans, and coordinating across teams to ensure alignment with mission o...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's dedicated to ensuring system integrity through rigorous IVVQ activities. Leverage your expertise in test planning, execution, and reporting to enhance product reliability and contri...

Mill Bay, BCIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$91K - $153K *

Manage cybersecurity initiatives by designing and implementing security controls, ensuring compliance with RMF, and enhancing system integrity across diverse platforms, focusing on Linux and RTOS envi...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Unlock your potential by optimizing industrial processes and enhancing manufacturing efficiency. Collaborate with diverse teams to implement innovative solutions that meet safety, quality, and cost ob...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$104K - $194K *

Unlock your potential by leading a dynamic team focused on reliability and testability for advanced sensor systems. Drive innovation and oversee critical projects while mentoring talent and collaborat...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of power systems engineering. As a key member, you'll design and develop scalable analysis modules, driving innovation in distribution system analysis and optimiz...

Austin, TXRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$90K - $110K *

Drive your career forward by joining a dynamic team focused on cabin certification for the A220 program. Collaborate with experts to ensure compliance and enhance safety standards while developing you...

Montreal, QCIn-Person

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$152K - $265K *

Engineer cutting-edge guidance, navigation, and control systems for air vehicles. Collaborate in a dynamic team to develop algorithms and simulations, ensuring optimal performance and stability for bo...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$130K - $155K *

Lead the charge in enhancing complex ISR systems through expert integration, rigorous validation, and strategic risk management. Collaborate with teams to deliver innovative solutions that exceed cust...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $145K *

Join a team that's leading innovative ISR and aviation solutions! As a Principal Systems Engineer, you'll manage critical projects, mentor engineers, and ensure excellence in systems integration and v...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$93K - $129K *

Lead the charge in ensuring compliance with ISO standards through audits, corrective actions, and continuous improvement initiatives. Collaborate across departments to enhance quality management syste...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$108K - $130K *

Elevate network engineering capabilities by providing comprehensive support across the lifecycle of tactical network systems, ensuring secure information exchange and compliance within multidisciplina...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $133K *

Transform advanced fluid dynamics simulations to enhance Navy missions, leveraging expertise in aerodynamics and simulation-based design. Collaborate on high-impact projects that shape the future of a...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $133K *

Elevate your career by conducting advanced fluid dynamics simulations to support critical Navy missions. Collaborate on aerodynamic analysis and simulation-based design, impacting a wide range of flig...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$107K - $204K *

Join a dynamic team as a Radar Cross Section Engineer, focusing on testing, analysis, and signature-reduction for advanced aerospace systems. Leverage your expertise in RCS chamber operations and rada...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$142K - $213K *

Shape the future of systems engineering by leading integration and testing efforts, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and ensuring operational excellence in system development and maintenance...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$241K - $255K *

Join us in delivering enterprise-focused engineering support to enhance systems integration and compliance for critical modernization efforts, leveraging your extensive experience in systems engineeri...

2 weeks ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Technical Services

$109K - $133K *

Lead the charge in managing and optimizing enterprise virtualized infrastructure, ensuring high availability and security. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance operational efficiency and...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$140K - $160K *

Elevate your career as a Senior Engineer leading the design and implementation of baggage handling systems. Engage with diverse teams and clients while ensuring compliance with industry standards and...

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $120K *

Lead innovative airport design projects, enhancing infrastructure through engineering excellence. Collaborate globally while developing your career in a dynamic aviation environment focused on impactf...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $120K *

Transform airport infrastructure by leading design projects, preparing engineering reports, and collaborating on innovative solutions in a dynamic aviation environment. Drive your career forward with...

Dallas, TXRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in enhancing endpoint security by engineering, deploying, and optimizing enterprise defense capabilities across diverse platforms, ensuring robust protection and compliance in a hybrid...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$94K - $130K *

Manage and implement EHS programs to ensure compliance with environmental regulations. You will conduct inspections, maintain safety equipment, and provide training on environmental health and safety...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$94K - $130K *

Transform the safety landscape by ensuring environmental compliance and implementing robust health and safety programs. Drive initiatives to mitigate risks, deliver impactful training, and liaise with...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

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.