Title: System Safety Expert
Location: Remote
Job Description:
· System Safety Expert role play to embody a critical role in ensuring the safety of avionics systems by applying industry-standard safety processes, conducting risk assessments, and identifying potential hazards across the system lifecycle. And demands high degree of collaboration with cross-functional teams, including engineering, design, and testing, to develop, evaluate, and implement safety-critical systems.
Key Responsibilities:
· Lead system safety analysis and safety assessments for avionics systems, including Functional Hazard Analysis (FHA), Preliminary Hazard Analysis (PHA), and System Safety Assessment (SSA).
· Conduct safety assessments for avionics components and systems to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements (e.g., FAA, EASA, DO-178, DO-254, ARP 4761, MIL-STD-882).
· Collaborate with engineering teams to ensure that system designs comply with safety standards and guidelines.
· Evaluate and develop system safety requirements for new and existing avionics systems and products.
· Perform risk analysis and assist in the development of mitigation strategies to reduce identified risks.
· Develop and maintain system safety documentation, including safety case reports and safety requirements specifications.
· Support failure modes and effects analysis (FMEA) and fault tree analysis (FTA) for avionics systems and components.
· Ensure integration of safety activities throughout the entire lifecycle of avionics systems from design to testing and certification.
· Participate in safety reviews, including internal and external audits, to ensure adherence to safety standards and regulations.
· Work with regulatory bodies (FAA, EASA, etc.) to support safety certification and approval processes.
· Stay current on emerging safety trends and best practices in avionics and aerospace systems.
Skills / Competencies:
· In-depth knowledge of system safety principles and methodologies.
· Strong understanding of avionics systems and the lifecycle from development through to certification and operational deployment.
· Excellent communication skills with the ability to collaborate across engineering, operations, and management teams.
· Proficiency in using system safety analysis tools and software (e.g., ReliaSoft, CAFTA, Raptor, etc.).
· Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines and safety requirements.
· Strong attention to detail with the ability to analyze and resolve complex safety issues.
· Knowledge of aerospace safety standards and regulations (DO-178C, DO-254, ARP 4761, MIL-STD-882) is highly desired
Prior Work Experience/Exposure:
· Minimum of 5 years of experience in system safety or avionics safety engineering.
· Experience with avionics system design, integration, and safety certification.
· Familiarity with avionics safety-critical software and hardware development processes (e.g., DO-178C, DO-254, ARP 4761, ARP 4754).
· Hands-on experience with hazard analysis techniques, such as FMEA, FTA, and HAZOP.
· Proven track record of successfully managing and executing safety activities within complex avionics programs.
· Experience working with regulatory agencies (FAA, EASA, etc.) and understanding of relevant standards
Certifications (preferred):
· Certified Systems Safety Professional (CSSP) or other relevant safety certification.
Education:
· Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineering, or a related field.