Principal System Safety Engineer

Principal System Safety Engineer

Apex Systems is a world class technology services business that incorporates industry insights and experience to deliver solutions that fulfill our clients' digital visions.

We are looking for 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 programfrom 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 (Task Series 100), Analysis (Task Series 200), Evaluation (Task Series 300), Verification (Task Series 400)
• 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 :

Preferred Qualifications :