System Safety Engineer II / III

System Safety Engineer II / III

Description

Who We Are

Textron Systems is part of Textron, a $14 billion, multi-industry company employing 35,000 talented makers, thinkers, creators and doers worldwide. We make things that fly, hover, zoom and launch. Things that move people. Protect soldiers. Power industries. We serve customers in industries spanning aerospace and defense, specialized vehicles, turf care and fuel systems.

This role is in Textron System's Weapon Systems business area. Visit TextronSystems.com & Lycoming.com to read more about who we are and the products we make!

About This Role

We are seeking an experienced and highly skilled System Safety Engineer to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for leading the systems safety engineering efforts and supporting the development of complex military systems. Your expertise and technical knowledge will be crucial in ensuring the successful design, integration, and implementation of cutting-edge defense technologies. As a key member of our engineering team, you will collaborate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders to deliver innovative solutions that meet the needs of our military customers. Responsibilities

We believe people should love what they do - in this role, you will be responsible for :

Working as part of a multidisciplined team during the development phase of complex systems that require critical safety controls

Executing system safety and software safety programs including analyzing explosive, mechanical, electrical, and software systems for hazards

Developing system safety architectures and oversight of implementation and verification of hazard mitigations at both system and subsystem levels while assuring compliance with other key system performance requirements

Qualifications

Qualifications

B.S. in Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering, or other relevant engineering discipline with 2 years of relevant experience (Level II).

B.S. in Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering, or other relevant engineering discipline with 5 years of relevant experience (Level III).

Demonstrated ability to understand mechanical and electrical drawings

Demonstrated ability to understand electrical schematics and wiring diagrams and understand circuit and interface failure modes that could lead to a hazard

Demonstrated ability to understand software and data interfaces to assess potential failure modes that could lead to a hazard

Demonstrated experience (or interest in specializing / learning system safety) in the following areas is a plus :

Perform hazard analyses on mechanical, electrical, and software systems

AOP-52 Software Safety Design and Assessment of Munition-Related Computing Systems

U.S. Army Fuze Safety Review Board (AFSRB) and Ignition System Safety Review Board (ISSRB)

MIL-STD-882E System Safety, MIL-STD-1316F Safety Criteria for Fuze Design

• Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance\
• This role is open at multiple levels. Candidates will be hired at a level consistent with their background and experience : Level II : $89,800-$135,600

Level III : $112,400-$171,000

How We Care

At Textron Systems, our talented people make us successful. We promote an inclusive environment where we value individuality, differences, and unique perspectives.

Our Company is committed to offering employees opportunities to grow and develop. Our benefits and compensation packages are designed to help our talented employees excel and achieve their goals, so they can make a difference every day in and outside of the workplace. Below are just a few examples!How We CareAt Textron Systems, our talented people make us successful. We promote an inclusive environment where we value individuality, differences, and unique perspectives.Our Company is committed to offering employees opportunities to grow and develop. Our benefits and compensation packages are designed to help our talented employees excel and achieve their goals, so they can make a difference every day in and outside of the workplace. Below are just a few examples- Flexible Work Schedules

Textron's products and services are trusted everyday by those who protect our country. We are dedicated to hiring these Veterans and aim to translate their skills to make an impact on our Company.

Textron's compensation package includes competitive base pay and provides eligible employees with benefit programs. Benefits may include health insurance and prescription plan coverage, dental insurance, family building benefits, vision insurance, mental health resources, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and programs that provide employees time away from work. The pay range should be used as a general guide only. Compensation is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

In compliance with the local pay transparency law, the pay range for this position is

$89,800 - $171,000 per year.

EEO Statement

Textron is committed to providing Equal Opportunity in Employment, to all applicants and employees regardless of race, color, religion, age, national origin, military status, veteran status, disability, sex (including pregnancy and sexual orientation), genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law.

Recruiting Company : Textron Systems

Primary Location : US-Massachusetts-Wilmington

Job Function : Engineering

Schedule : Full-time

Job Level : Individual Contributor

Job Type : Experienced

Shift : First Shift

Travel : Yes, 10 % of the Time

Job Posting : 10 / 26 / 2025, 9 : 40 : 02 PM

Job Number : 336637