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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$148K - $296K *

Lead the charge in defining safety frameworks for autonomous driving systems, ensuring rigorous standards and scalable operations. Collaborate cross-functionally to drive safety evaluations and contin...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$120K - $180K *

Drive supplier quality excellence by collaborating across teams to establish and enhance quality standards for safety systems and structural components, ensuring compliance and continuous improvement...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Pioneer the integration of complex systems by transforming mission needs into actionable technical solutions, bridging diverse technical teams, and ensuring seamless operational capabilities throughou...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $140K *

Champion the future of engineering projects by leading complex initiatives, ensuring timely delivery and budget adherence while collaborating with diverse teams to meet client objectives in nuclear op...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$92K - $110K *

Shape the future of safety by providing expert guidance on environmental health and safety programs for advanced AI infrastructure. Collaborate with teams to ensure compliance and implement effective...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $181K *

Advance your career as a Senior Systems Engineer, leading system requirements and verification efforts. Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams to deliver innovative solutions, ensuring systems meet...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$87K - $168K *

Engineer high-impact national security systems by developing, testing, and integrating software solutions. Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to enhance decision-making systems using modern too...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$86K - $118K *

Optimize your career by contributing to secure IT systems and networks. Engage in incident response, vulnerability assessments, and the implementation of security protocols to protect vital infrastruc...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Transform mission systems by leveraging your DevOps expertise to administer and troubleshoot complex environments, ensuring seamless integration and performance across storage, virtualization, and Kub...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Contribute to mission success by managing and troubleshooting complex systems, including NetApp storage and Kubernetes environments. Collaborate on engineering documentation and design solutions while...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in system safety engineering, collaborating closely with teams to ensure adherence to ISO 26262 while developing cutting-edge automotive safety solutions for next-gen vehicles...

Montreal, QCIn-Person

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Lead mission-critical engineering efforts, overseeing multiple teams to ensure system reliability and performance. Drive long-term roadmaps, facilitate efficient collaboration, and empower teams to op...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$122K - $137K *

Champion explosives safety by conducting inspections and assessments on shore activities and ships. Ensure compliance with safety regulations while participating in training programs to enhance your e...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$108K - $130K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in systems engineering and cybersecurity. Lead complex technical programs, manage Agile processes, and collaborate with diverse teams to enhance defense initiativ...

2 weeks ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Lead the technical execution of complex military flight simulation projects, ensuring timely delivery and compliance with defense standards. Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams and serve as the...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$150K - $180K *

Empower innovation as you design and implement safety-critical software for energy systems. Collaborate with a diverse team, tackling complex challenges to create reliable power control solutions that...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$155K - $193K *

Transform the future of robotics by leading systems engineering for safe, autonomous platforms. Collaborate across teams to define requirements, ensure safety compliance, and validate firmware in comp...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$145K - $218K *

Build innovative aerospace electronic systems by leading safety engineering efforts, ensuring rigorous compliance with safety standards throughout product development while collaborating across divers...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$145K - $218K *

Lead and execute safety engineering for critical aerospace electronic systems. Collaborate across teams to ensure compliance with safety standards and develop robust solutions throughout the product l...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $145K *

Deliver innovative software solutions to enhance platform safety, ensuring balance between user experience and protection measures. Collaborate across teams to design real-time systems that mitigate r...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$120K - $145K *

Join a team that's building innovative systems to enhance platform safety and user experience. Tackle complex global challenges, respond to threats in real-time, and collaborate across teams to drive...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of Air Force training systems by providing expert systems engineering support across the entire lifecycle, ensuring compliance and operational effectiveness while collaborating with d...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Empower innovation by providing expert technical support for IT Test and Evaluation. Collaborate on test methodologies, execute plans, and analyze data to ensure software reliability and compliance in...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$150K - $170K *

Lead the development and delivery of AI-powered features, driving innovation and productivity through hands-on engineering leadership and collaboration across teams to create scalable, production-read...

Coquitlam, BCIn-Person

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$93K - $125K *

Join a dynamic team as a technical resource, enhancing enterprise applications and infrastructure services. Drive operational excellence, support cross-functional initiatives, and ensure reliable, sec...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

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.