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Saratech Inc

Systems Safety Engineer (Aerospace)

Saratech Inc, Mission Viejo, California, us, 92690

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Saratech is seeking a Systems Safety Engineer to support a confidential aerospace client engaged in the development of advanced aircraft systems. This role is ideal for an engineer with hands‑on experience performing aircraft systems safety analyses who enjoys working in a collaborative, fast‑paced development environment.

The Systems Safety Engineer will work closely with an integrated aircraft engineering team to help identify, assess, and mitigate safety risks throughout the aircraft development lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

Perform systems safety analyses in support of aircraft and subsystem development

Develop and maintain safety artifacts, including:

Functional Hazard Assessments (FHA / AFHA / SFHA)

Failure Modes, Effects, and Criticality Analyses (FMECA)

Fault Tree Analyses (FTA)

Hazard tracking and mitigation documentation

Reliability and risk analyses

Review engineering data, requirements, and design artifacts to ensure safety compliance

Collaborate with system owners and integration engineers to identify hazards and influence design improvements

Support development and refinement of system safety processes, tools, and procedures

Participate in trade studies and provide safety input to key design decisions

Prepare and present technical summaries of safety findings and recommendations

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related engineering discipline

2+ years of dedicated aerospace systems safety experience

Hands‑on experience with one or more of the following safety standards:

SAE ARP-4761

SAE ARP-4754

MIL-STD-882

Direct experience developing at least some of the following:

FHA / AFHA / SFHA

FMECA

FTA

Hazard reports and mitigation plans

Familiarity with Part 23 and/or Part 25 aircraft safety requirements

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Ability to work effectively in cross‑functional engineering teams

Preferred Qualifications

Experience supporting clean‑sheet, experimental, or advanced aircraft programs

Exposure to aircraft systems such as propulsion, structures, avionics, or flight controls

Familiarity with CATIA V5/V6/3DX or similar CAD tools

Experience working in a startup or fast‑paced development environment

Basic understanding of Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) processes

Why Work with Saratech

Opportunity to support innovative aerospace development programs

Work directly with experienced engineering teams on impactful technical challenges

Flexible engagement options (contract or contract‑to‑hire)

Competitive compensation and professional growth opportunities

Equal Opportunity Statement Saratech is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability.

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