Aircraft System Safety Engineer
Listed on 2026-01-12
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Engineering
Systems Engineer, Aerospace / Aviation / Avionics, Electrical Engineering, Safety Engineer
Job Requirements
Skills You Bring To this Role:
Bell is in the pursuit of System Safety Engineers with a varying capability of experience. The line items outlined below are a comprehensive list of capabilities. Candidates are encouraged to highlight their relevant skillset to the items below.
Proven analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to work with cross functional teams in resolving complex highly integrated functional systems problems.
Familiarity with the civil safety process defined in Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE) ARP-4761 and ARP-4754 and/or defense safety process defined in MIL-STD-882.
Direct experience in SAE ARP4761 analyses:
- Aircraft and System Functional Hazard Assessments (AFHA/SFHAs)
- Aircraft and System Safety Assessment (PASA, PSSA. ASA, SSA)
- Particular Risk Analysis (PRA)
- Zonal Safety Analysis (ZSA)
- Common Mode Analysis (CMA)
- Preliminary Hazard Analysis (PHA)
- Operational & Support Hazard Analysis (O&SHA)
- Health Hazard Analysis (HHA)
- System/Subsystem Hazard Analysis (SHA/SSHA)
- Hazardous Materials
- Failure Modes and Effects Criticality Analyses (FMECA)
- Safety Assessment Report (SAR)
Experience or training in the development and application of model-based systems engineering (MBSE), and model-based safety analysis (MBSA) is desired.
Experience with software safety standards and requirements across the full development lifecycle from hazard identification through development to system/software qualification test is desired (e.g. DO-178C, MIL-STD-882, AMCOM
385-17, Joint Software Safety Engineering Handbook).
Excellent communicator, able to build and maintain effective relationships with customers, internal and external, and brief leaders/customers.
Technical and functional understanding of aircraft and aircraft systems. Operational understanding of aircraft, aircraft systems, and related support systems is highly desirable.
What you need to be successful:We are looking for self-starters who understands the enormity of the customer’s mission and brings an innate passion for the customer’s safety and success to the workplace every day.
2 plus years of experience on aircraft or system development/sustainment programs that have utilized structured safety program processes or plans.
Bachelor’s degree in science, technology, engineering or math (STEM) field. Related degrees with relevant experience such as military rotorcraft/powered life aviator or mechanic qualification will be considered. Advanced degrees will be considered as additional experience.
What we offer you in return:- You’ll be off every other Friday with our 9/80 work schedule
- 80 hours of Personal Time Off (PTO)
- 120 hours Vacation time
- 12-13 paid holidays per year
- 6 weeks parental leave (remove for bargained employees)
- Tuition reimbursement
- Competitive salary
- Comprehensive health insurance
- On-site clinic, pharmacy, physical therapy, and licensed counselor
- Access to more than 11 Employee Resource Groups
- And so much more
It’s time to make your mark on the future of aviation. Join us on this mission, and let’s make history together.
We are on a journey to amplify innovation, cultivate purpose and bridge experiences by fostering a culture that is driven by unique perspectives, voices and values.
Job DescriptionWe’re more than aviation experts, we’re pioneers. We challenge what’s possible. From breaking the sound barrier to advanced tiltrotor systems. Today, Bell is shaping the future of aviation through specialized engineering. And we want you.
The MV-75 Future Long Range Assault Aircraft (FLRAA) is the Premier Vertical Lift military program in the world. Bells MV-75 FLRAA aircraft will become the Armys primary assault aircraft for the next 30 years, sun setting UH-60 Blackhawk helicopters and advancing the Armys assault capabilities. The MV-75 program is utilizing the latest in cutting edge technology to expand the United States Army’s tactical advantage in future conflicts.
The Bell MV-75 team seeks the top engineering talents from around the industry to design, develop, and deliver the world’s next-generation military aircraft.
System Safety Engineering is the key…
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