Leidos
Overview
Senior Software Safety Engineer role at Leidos. Leidos Defense Systems Sector provides a diverse portfolio of systems, solutions, and services across defense, space, cyberspace, and government programs. Leidos is known for a people‑oriented culture, technical excellence, and resilient business ethics. This position focuses on growing software safety experience across multiple programs in DoD and NASA contexts. Primary Responsibilities
Assure the safety of various programs to a variety of defense and NASA software safety standards Develop software safety plans and standards Collaborate with the customer system safety and software safety organizations Work with system safety to analyze systems for hazards Develop software safety requirements and ensure they are implemented and tested in software systems Collaborate with suppliers to ensure supplier products and processes meet program software safety standards Generate software safety assessment reports Basic Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Aeronautical Engineering, Mathematics, or equivalent 10+ years of relevant technical experience with a BS or 7+ years with an MS Competency in real-time safety or mission critical software systems development using C, C++, or Ada Experience with software safety standards (NASA-STD-8739.8B, NPR 7150.2D, NASA-HDBK-4008, MIL-STD-882E, AMCOM-385-17, MIL_HDK-516C, RTCA DO-178C, ISO 26262) Software safety experience on DoD and NASA programs preferred; experience in civil aviation, nuclear, automotive, or medical industries considered Strong analytical skills and attention to detail Aptitude for software safety technical skills, understanding systems and potential failures Familiarity with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint) Good communication and proven leadership skills with the ability to influence technical outcomes Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and able to work under deadlines Resident of North Alabama or willing to relocate to Huntsville/North Alabama area U.S. Citizenship required Ability to obtain and maintain a secret clearance Preferred Qualifications
Previous software safety project leadership is preferred Company Culture and Role Fit
Leidos emphasizes a restlessness to innovate and a forward-thinking mindset. The environment values people who push beyond the status quo and are ready to tackle next challenges. Posting Details
Original Posting: September 11, 2025. For U.S. positions, posting may remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date not earlier than 3 days after the original posting date. Compensation
Pay Range: $104,650.00 - $189,175.00. The pay range is a general guideline and not a guarantee of compensation. Offer factors include responsibilities, education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, internal equity, market data, bargaining agreement (if any), and applicable laws. Seniority level
Mid-Senior level Employment type
Full-time Job function
Management and Manufacturing Industries
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Senior Software Safety Engineer role at Leidos. Leidos Defense Systems Sector provides a diverse portfolio of systems, solutions, and services across defense, space, cyberspace, and government programs. Leidos is known for a people‑oriented culture, technical excellence, and resilient business ethics. This position focuses on growing software safety experience across multiple programs in DoD and NASA contexts. Primary Responsibilities
Assure the safety of various programs to a variety of defense and NASA software safety standards Develop software safety plans and standards Collaborate with the customer system safety and software safety organizations Work with system safety to analyze systems for hazards Develop software safety requirements and ensure they are implemented and tested in software systems Collaborate with suppliers to ensure supplier products and processes meet program software safety standards Generate software safety assessment reports Basic Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Aeronautical Engineering, Mathematics, or equivalent 10+ years of relevant technical experience with a BS or 7+ years with an MS Competency in real-time safety or mission critical software systems development using C, C++, or Ada Experience with software safety standards (NASA-STD-8739.8B, NPR 7150.2D, NASA-HDBK-4008, MIL-STD-882E, AMCOM-385-17, MIL_HDK-516C, RTCA DO-178C, ISO 26262) Software safety experience on DoD and NASA programs preferred; experience in civil aviation, nuclear, automotive, or medical industries considered Strong analytical skills and attention to detail Aptitude for software safety technical skills, understanding systems and potential failures Familiarity with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint) Good communication and proven leadership skills with the ability to influence technical outcomes Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and able to work under deadlines Resident of North Alabama or willing to relocate to Huntsville/North Alabama area U.S. Citizenship required Ability to obtain and maintain a secret clearance Preferred Qualifications
Previous software safety project leadership is preferred Company Culture and Role Fit
Leidos emphasizes a restlessness to innovate and a forward-thinking mindset. The environment values people who push beyond the status quo and are ready to tackle next challenges. Posting Details
Original Posting: September 11, 2025. For U.S. positions, posting may remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date not earlier than 3 days after the original posting date. Compensation
Pay Range: $104,650.00 - $189,175.00. The pay range is a general guideline and not a guarantee of compensation. Offer factors include responsibilities, education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, internal equity, market data, bargaining agreement (if any), and applicable laws. Seniority level
Mid-Senior level Employment type
Full-time Job function
Management and Manufacturing Industries
Government Administration IT Services and IT Consulting Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Leidos. Get notified about new Senior Safety Engineer jobs in Huntsville, AL.
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