Systems Safety Specialist

About the role

Linchpin Solutions is seeking a dynamic and experienced Systems Safety Engineer to support system safety engineering and compliance activities across C5ISR defense acquisition programs. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced, project-oriented environment and collaborate with a team of multidisciplinary professionals.

Responsibilities

• Develop, review, and maintain system safety documentation, including PESHE/NEPA, Safety Assessment Reviews, Hazard Logs, Warnings & Cautions addenda, Safety Data Sheets, Facility Impact Reports, Technical Instructions (TIs), Safety of Use Messages (SOUMs), Disposal Plans, FRACAS/mishap reports, TEMPs, SEPs/SAMPs, and System Safety Program Plans (SSPP)
• Support OEM and vendor coordination for safety compliance, safety data, and hazardous material management
• Identify and track Critical Safety Items (CSI); support Design Interface activities to embed safety requirements during development and modification
• Perform ILA support for safety-related elements; coordinate with program offices on regulatory and directive compliance throughout the system life cycle
• Participate in IPT meetings, Safety Review Boards, and working groups; prepare observations, recommendations, meeting minutes, and action item tracking
• Review and recommend updates to IPS documentation (TMs, QRGs, Fielding Plans) from a safety perspective; prepare responses to program taskers for Government review

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety preferred
• USMC Ground Safety certification or equivalent DoD safety certification required
• Laser Safety Officer (LSO) certification or LSRB experience preferred
• Hazardous Materials Transportation certification (49 CFR / IATA) preferred
• DAU coursework in system safety, life cycle logistics, or IPS preferred
• 10+ years of hands-on defense system safety experience, must include at least three (3) of the following: Battery Safety, Laser Safety, EOSH, T&E Safety, Risk Management
• Previous Experience Desired: USMC Ground Safety Specialist or equivalent DoD ground safety billet, Laser Safety Officer (LSO) or Range Safety Officer (RSO) qualification, Hazardous Materials Transportation certification (49 CFR / IATA / IMDG), Military occupational experience as Embarkation/Logistics Specialist with transportation safety exposure

Qualifications

Linchpin Solutions is an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) plan with company matching
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Company-funded disability and life insurance
• Paid time off (PTO) and company-paid holidays
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Educational assistance and parental leave

Pay

$105,000 - $120,000