Systems Safety Engineering and Analysis

SAIC is seeking a Systems Safety Engineer at our office in Middletown, RI .
A successful candidate will work as part of a team analyzing a system to identify hazards, categorize risk, and recommend mitigations to reduce the risk of mishap occurrence. Candidates will collaborate with internal team, government personnel, and subcontractors.

Utilizing quantitative and qualitative risk assessment techniques to perform safety analysis in accordance with MIL-STD-882E and other guidance.
Analysis of hardware, software, firmware, and system interfaces to identify hazards to personnel, equipment, and the environment, to include supplemental analysis techniques such as fault tree analyses, failure modes and hazardous effects analyses, and sneak circuit analyses.
Reviewing and analyzing system safety management and program plans, safety analyses, accident and incident data, mishap investigation reports, safety test plans and results, and other ESOH related data.
Preparing or updating risk assessment reports, safety assessment reports, and presentation materials for formal submission.
Conducting or reviewing safety assessment of new, updated, and/or modified hardware and software, waivers, and exemption requests.
Bachelor of Science (or higher) degree in engineering or a technical-related field and two (2) or more years experience.
Candidate must be a US Citizen and have the ability to obtain SECRET level clearance. SAIC will sponsor qualified candidates for a security clearance.
Familiarity in the use and application of technical standards and system safety principles, theories, concepts and techniques.
Familiarity conducting and/or reviewing safety assessment of hardware, software, waivers, and exception requests.
Basic understanding of Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE), particularly using Cameo Systems Modeler, or a willingness to learn; formal training and mentorship will be provided for the right candidate.
Basic understanding of or exposure to Systems Engineering principles and practices, or a demonstrated willingness to develop that knowledge in a hands-on professional environment.
Basic familiarity with MIL-STD-882E and the Joint Software System Safety Engineering Handbook (JSSSEH), or an eagerness to learn and apply these standards under the guidance of experienced safety professionals.
Prior internship, co-op, or research experience in a systems engineering or safety-related discipline is a plus.

SAIC accepts applications on an ongoing basis and there is no deadline.
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