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Principal System Safety Engineer
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Apex Systems .
Apex Systems is a world class technology services business that incorporates industry insights and experience to deliver solutions that fulfill our clients’ digital visions.
Position Overview We are seeking a highly experienced Principal System Safety Engineer to lead and execute system safety programs in compliance with MIL-STD-882E across complex defense and aerospace systems. This role requires deep technical expertise, cross‑functional collaboration, and strategic coordination with government and customer stakeholders throughout the full lifecycle of the program—from concept through disposal.
Key Responsibilities
Develop and implement one or more MIL-STD-882E compliant system safety programs.
Perform system safety tasks and analyses across Management, Analysis, Evaluation, and Verification Task Series.
Analyze engineering hardware, mechanical, and electrical drawings/schematics to assess fault tolerance, latent hazards, and safety compliance.
Design concise, testable safety requirements or analyze existing ones for adequacy.
Collaborate across Integrated Product Teams (IPTs) to eliminate hazards or implement effective controls.
Coordinate with customer safety representatives to clarify system requirements for software, hardware, and test teams.
Support system test and tactical operation/maintenance procedures to ensure proper administrative safety controls.
Prepare and present Safety Assessment Reports (SARs) and Safety Program Briefs for customer approval.
Interface with stakeholders including customers, program offices, subcontractors, and vendors.
Lead and mentor junior engineers in safety engineering practices.
Monitor technical execution and ensure alignment with safety program goals.
Participate in technical reviews and safety approval processes.
Interpret system requirements, customer specifications, and military standards.
Collaborate across disciplines to understand product architecture and design.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Math (STEM).
Minimum 12 years of relevant experience in Safety Engineering, Systems Engineering, Software, Electrical, or Firmware Engineering.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with DoD System Safety Programs (MIL-STD-882 / DO-178).
Familiarity with Agile Development environments and system/software safety integration.
Experience with Human Systems Integration and MIL-STD-1472 Human Factors Engineering.
Knowledge of Earned Value Management Systems (EVMS) and proposal development.
Experience with Engineering Change Proposals, Engineering Review Boards, and System Safety Working Groups.
Apex Benefits Overview Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an employee stock purchase program (ESPP) and a 401(k) program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a Health Savings Account (HSA) on the HDHP plan, a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA.
Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact our Employee Services Department at [email protected] (Do not submit resumes or solicit consultants to this email address). UnitedHealthcare creates and publishes the Transparency in Coverage Machine-Readable Files on behalf of Apex Systems.
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Principal System Safety Engineer
role at
Apex Systems .
Apex Systems is a world class technology services business that incorporates industry insights and experience to deliver solutions that fulfill our clients’ digital visions.
Position Overview We are seeking a highly experienced Principal System Safety Engineer to lead and execute system safety programs in compliance with MIL-STD-882E across complex defense and aerospace systems. This role requires deep technical expertise, cross‑functional collaboration, and strategic coordination with government and customer stakeholders throughout the full lifecycle of the program—from concept through disposal.
Key Responsibilities
Develop and implement one or more MIL-STD-882E compliant system safety programs.
Perform system safety tasks and analyses across Management, Analysis, Evaluation, and Verification Task Series.
Analyze engineering hardware, mechanical, and electrical drawings/schematics to assess fault tolerance, latent hazards, and safety compliance.
Design concise, testable safety requirements or analyze existing ones for adequacy.
Collaborate across Integrated Product Teams (IPTs) to eliminate hazards or implement effective controls.
Coordinate with customer safety representatives to clarify system requirements for software, hardware, and test teams.
Support system test and tactical operation/maintenance procedures to ensure proper administrative safety controls.
Prepare and present Safety Assessment Reports (SARs) and Safety Program Briefs for customer approval.
Interface with stakeholders including customers, program offices, subcontractors, and vendors.
Lead and mentor junior engineers in safety engineering practices.
Monitor technical execution and ensure alignment with safety program goals.
Participate in technical reviews and safety approval processes.
Interpret system requirements, customer specifications, and military standards.
Collaborate across disciplines to understand product architecture and design.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Math (STEM).
Minimum 12 years of relevant experience in Safety Engineering, Systems Engineering, Software, Electrical, or Firmware Engineering.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with DoD System Safety Programs (MIL-STD-882 / DO-178).
Familiarity with Agile Development environments and system/software safety integration.
Experience with Human Systems Integration and MIL-STD-1472 Human Factors Engineering.
Knowledge of Earned Value Management Systems (EVMS) and proposal development.
Experience with Engineering Change Proposals, Engineering Review Boards, and System Safety Working Groups.
Apex Benefits Overview Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an employee stock purchase program (ESPP) and a 401(k) program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a Health Savings Account (HSA) on the HDHP plan, a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA.
Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact our Employee Services Department at [email protected] (Do not submit resumes or solicit consultants to this email address). UnitedHealthcare creates and publishes the Transparency in Coverage Machine-Readable Files on behalf of Apex Systems.
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