System Safety Engineer

Responsibilities

• Evaluating and updating System Safety documentation, including System Safety Management Plans (SSMP) and Programmatic Environmental Safety and Health Evaluations (PESHE), to ensure compliance with DoD and Air Force requirements
• Drafting and coordinating orbital safety products for all NSS launches, including Space Debris Assessment Reports (SDARs) and Orbital Debris Mitigation Standard Practices (ODMSP) documentation
• Providing acquisition support by drafting and assessing safety-related content in Performance Work Statements, Contract Data Requirements List (CDRL) items, and System Performance Requirements Documents
• Aiding the Debris Characterization (DC) project manager with the coordination of airborne assets to collect data for root cause determination in the event of a catastrophic mishap
• Performing general system safety tasks, including the interpretation of requirements, assessment of contractor safety submittals, and the development of technical summary reports for customer presentation
• Interfacing with technical representatives from Range Safety, FFRDC (The Aerospace Corporation), Launch Service Providers, and other Government agencies to ensure mission alignment
• Conducting Day-of-Launch Mishap Control Center (MCC) operations, including the preparation of documentation, checklists, and real-time operational support

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a STEM field (relevant military or industry experience may be considered in lieu of degree)
• 7+ years of STEM experience in relevant fields, with at least 3 years of NSSL, Launch/Range, DoD, NASA, or industry equivalent systems safety experience
• Proven experience interfacing with computer-based database and schedule tools

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with DoD and Air Force system safety documents such as AFI 91-202, MIL-STD-882E, and AFSPCMAN 91-710
• Working knowledge of range safety requirements for Space Launch Delta 45 and 30, including Space Vehicle System Safety design and the SSC/AATS Safety Review process
• Experience with Environmental Compliance/NEPA, Orbital Debris Mitigation Standard Practices, and Nuclear or radiation safety
• Demonstrated proficiency in utilizing JIRA and Confluence for project management and documentation
• Excellent written and oral communication skills with the ability to present information effectively in virtual and in-person environments