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.

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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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$110K - $130K *

Optimize healthcare innovation by leading human factors research for medical devices. Drive usability studies, mentor teams, and ensure compliance with regulatory standards while enhancing user experi...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$157K - $236K *

Join our dynamic team as an Electrical Engineering Systems Architect, where you'll lead innovative projects, collaborate across disciplines, and tackle complex challenges in developing cutting-edge in...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$98K - $176K *

Lead and enhance safety programs for construction projects, ensuring compliance with regulations and fostering a strong safety culture. Collaborate with teams to implement effective safety practices i...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $160K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing hardware reliability as you collaborate across disciplines to drive reliability from design to production. Your analytical skills will shape quality objective...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Help us enhance electric reliability by leading transmission and resource adequacy studies, collaborating with stakeholders, and applying advanced project management techniques to improve assessment p...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$108K - $163K *

Lead the charge in developing and managing systems requirements using Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) practices. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver technical solutions and suppo...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $200K *

Elevate your career by designing and developing test fixtures and mechanisms. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to enhance system performance while managing project timelines and deliverables i...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that designs and integrates advanced avionics systems, focusing on Automatic Flight Control Systems. Collaborate on innovative projects that enhance safety and efficiency across aviation p...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Advance your career by designing and managing complex electromechanical systems, driving innovation and efficiency in aerospace applications. Collaborate with a dynamic team to enhance safety and perf...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$140K - $176K *

Engineer innovative systems solutions by leading cross-functional teams, driving project execution, and ensuring alignment with industry standards to enhance operational efficiency and safety across d...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Elevate safety standards by leading health, safety, and environmental initiatives. Drive compliance, foster a proactive safety culture, and collaborate with teams to ensure a safe working environment...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$75K - $95K *

Elevate cybersecurity measures by identifying vulnerabilities and enhancing system defenses. Collaborate with teams to conduct assessments, apply hardening techniques, and improve risk management stra...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$75K - $95K *

Join our team to enhance cybersecurity by identifying vulnerabilities, conducting assessments, and applying hardening techniques. Collaborate with experts to improve risk management and protect critic...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in quality assurance for complex electro-mechanical systems, driving initiatives that ensure product integrity and operational excellence. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to re...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Champion strategic weapon system testing for the COLUMBIA submarine. Lead safety protocols, data evaluation, and cross-department coordination. Ensure efficient test execution while adhering to string...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$105K - $152K *

Transform vehicle systems integration and testing to ensure flight readiness, drive technical decisions, and collaborate across engineering teams while developing test procedures for successful operat...

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$125K - $185K *

Drive your career forward by ensuring safety and reliability in aerospace programs. Collaborate with engineering teams to evaluate risks, support mission readiness, and uphold rigorous safety standard...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$125K - $185K *

Elevate mission assurance by ensuring safety, reliability, and compliance in aerospace programs. Collaborate with engineering teams to assess risks, validate readiness, and implement best practices fo...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$107K - $204K *

Drive innovative communication systems development as a Principal Project Engineer, overseeing engineering execution, budget management, and multidisciplinary team collaboration to ensure program succ...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$107K - $204K *

Unlock potential by leading engineering efforts for advanced communication systems. Oversee project execution, manage budgets, and ensure technical compliance while collaborating with multidisciplinar...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$98K - $147K *

Lead the charge in developing and executing test procedures for advanced navigation systems, ensuring performance requirements are met while collaborating with cross-functional teams in a dynamic envi...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $204K *

Elevate your career by leading interdisciplinary teams to design and implement innovative Cyber solutions. Collaborate on risk assessments, develop security strategies, and ensure compliance throughou...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $204K *

Join a team that's dedicated to developing innovative Cyber solutions through collaboration and expertise. Engage in risk assessments, design evaluations, and ensure compliance while working with cros...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$200K - $250K *

Develop and design a firm-wide risk platform, integrating engineering, data, and investment risk. Collaborate with senior stakeholders to deliver scalable, reliable analytics solutions while mentoring...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$70K - $101K *

Join our dynamic team to enhance operational efficiency through Lean methodologies. You'll drive continuous improvement initiatives, support quality projects, and foster a culture of innovation, ensur...

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  •   Less than 5 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.