System Safety Expert- DO-; Aerospace Industry

System Safety Expert- DO-178 (Aerospace Industry)

Full Time
• Verona, Virginia

Location:
Remote

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Relocation bonus

System Safety Expert role play to embody a critical role in ensuring the safety of avionics systems by applying industry-standard safety processes, conducting risk assessments, and identifying potential hazards across the system lifecycle, demanding high degree of collaboration with cross‑functional teams, including engineering, design, and testing, to develop, evaluate, and implement safety‑critical systems.

• Lead system safety analysis and safety assessments for avionics systems, including Functional Hazard Analysis (FHA), Preliminary Hazard Analysis (PHA), and System Safety Assessment (SSA).
• Conduct safety assessments for avionics components and systems to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements (e.g., FAA, EASA, DO-178, DO-254, ARP 4761, MIL-STD-882).
• Collaborate with engineering teams to ensure that system designs comply with safety standards and guidelines.
• Evaluate and develop system safety requirements for new and existing avionics systems and products.
• Perform risk analysis and assist in the development of mitigation strategies to reduce identified risks.
• Develop and maintain system safety documentation, including safety case reports and safety requirements specifications.
• Support failure modes and effects analysis (FMEA) and fault tree analysis (FTA) for avionics systems and components.
• Ensure integration of safety activities throughout the entire lifecycle of avionics systems from design to testing and certification.
• Participate in safety reviews, including internal and external audits, to ensure adherence to safety standards and regulations.
• Work with regulatory bodies (FAA, EASA, etc.) to support safety certification and approval processes.
• Stay current on emerging safety trends and best practices in avionics and aerospace systems.
• In-depth knowledge of system safety principles and methodologies.
• Strong understanding of avionics systems and the lifecycle from development through to certification and operational deployment.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to collaborate across engineering, operations, and management teams.
• Proficiency in using system safety analysis tools and software (e.g., Relia Soft, CAFTA, Raptor, etc.).
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines and safety requirements.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to analyze and resolve complex safety issues.
• Knowledge of aerospace safety standards and regulations (DO-178C, DO-254, ARP 4761, MIL-STD-882) is highly desired.

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in system safety or avionics safety engineering.
• Experience with avionics system design, integration, and safety certification.
• Familiarity with avionics safety‑critical software and hardware development processes (e.g., DO-178C, DO-254, ARP 4761, ARP 4754).
• Hands‑on experience with hazard analysis techniques, such as FMEA, FTA, and HAZOP.
• Proven track record of successfully managing and executing safety activities within complex avionics programs.
• Experience working with regulatory agencies (FAA, EASA, etc.) and understanding of relevant standards.

• Certified Systems Safety Professional (CSSP) or other relevant safety certification.

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineering, or a related field.

Compensation: $ - $ per year