Aerospace Systems Safety Engineer
Job Description
Signia Aerospace is a global, integrated provider of high-performance systems and specialized components for the aerospace industry. Signia currently operates two complementary business segments: Thermal Management (key brands include ACE Thermal Systems and Mezzo Technologies) and Mission Systems (key brands include Onboard Systems International, Lifesaving Systems, and Meeker Aviation). The Signia brands are leaders in their respective markets and provide a compelling value proposition to both aerospace and defense OEMs and end-users.
Responsibilities
Job Description
The Signia Mission Systems companies are expanding following a recent acquisition in Anaheim, CA. We are seeking a Systems Safety Engineer to join our growing team at our manufacturing facility, which employs over 200 people. As a Systems Safety Engineer, you will be responsible for conducting safety assessments and analysis to ensure the reliability and safety of our systems. Your expertise will play a vital role in supporting our Anaheim manufacturing operation.This position is hybrid with two days a week remote and 3 days onsite.
Job Responsibilities
- Safety Assessment: Perform civil safety assessments in agreement with ARP 4761 and military duties per MIL-STD-882E. Conduct Preliminary System Safety Assessments (PSSA), System Safety Assessments (SSA), Fault Tree Analysis (FTA), and Common Mode Analyses to identify and mitigate risks.
- Support Engineering Teams: Collaborate with systems, hardware, and software engineering teams to identify system safety requirements during development. Review design and development documentation for safety-critical equipment and analyses conducted by colleague protection plans.
- Mentorship: Counsel and train less experienced safety engineers, fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement within the team.
- Accountability: Take ownership of assigned responsibilities, ensuring accountability to team members and organizational leadership for work commitments and deliverables.
- Expertise Development: Advance and sustain skills in assigned areas, including programs, functions, processes, and technologies, to support ongoing projects and initiatives.
- Collaboration: Work closely with clientele, shareholders and managerial leaders to develop and implement safety plans and strategies.
- Continuous Improvement: Proactively identify areas for safety enhancements and contribute to initiatives aimed at improving overall system safety.
Job Requirements
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace Engineering, Systems Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field; a Master’s degree is preferred.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in aerospace systems safety engineering or a related role.
- In-depth knowledge of aerospace safety standards, regulations, and best practices.
- Proficient in safety analysis techniques and tools (e.g., FHA, FMEA, FTA).
- Strong analytical skills with keen attention to detail and problem-solving capabilities.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment.
- Experience with safety management systems (SMS) and familiarity with relevant software tools is a plus.
- Professional certification (e.g., Certified Safety Professional or similar) is desirable.
