Principal Systems Safety Engineer

Northrop Grumman

. Support the Sentinel/GBSD program in the Strategic Deterrent Systems division .

Posted 10/30/2026full-timeUnited StatesLead💰 $98,400 - $147,600 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in system safety analysis and design development, with a strong focus on applying MIL-STD-882E, DO-178, and DO-254 standards. Proficient in evaluating safety requirements and conducting hazard analyses for complex systems in the defense sector.

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MIL-STD-882E ApplicationDO-178 Design DevelopmentC/C++ Software DevelopmentSystem Safety AnalysisU.S. Government DoD Secret Clearance

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Hard Skills

System Safety AnalysisHazard AnalysisFunctional SpecificationsDesign DevelopmentSafety RequirementsSoftware DevelopmentObject Oriented DesignSafety DocumentationSafety AuditsDesign Artifacts Review

Soft Skills

Strong Written CommunicationStrong Verbal Communication

Certifications & Qualifications

U.S. Government DoD Secret ClearanceSpecial Access Program (SAP) Approval

Industry Keywords

ICBM Ground SystemsAirborne Launch Control SystemsLaunch FacilitiesStrategic Deterrent SystemsDefense Sector

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

JavaC++

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support the Sentinel/GBSD program in the Strategic Deterrent Systems division
Participate actively in designing products/systems, associated support equipment, and facilities
Create functional specifications and establish safety requirements for assigned systems
Develop safety documents supporting customer and test/operational range requirements
Perform audits of operational areas and report on system safety program effectiveness
Evaluate the interrelationship of system safety requirements and concept design and development requirements
Independently analyze and recommend design features that meet safety criteria and control or eliminate hazards
Generate or review design artifacts supporting System Safety analyses
Support maturation of weapons system design for safety, flight test, and flight worthiness of complex systems
Support sustainment, development, production, and deployment of ICBM Ground and Airborne Launch Control Systems, Launch Facilities, and associated infrastructure

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in a STEM discipline with a minimum 5 years of related experience; 3 years with a Master's; or 1 year with a PhD
Must be a US Citizen
Must have an active U.S. Government DoD Secret Clearance at time of application, current and within scope, with an investigation date within the last 6 years
Ability to obtain and maintain Special Access Program (SAP) approval within a reasonable period of time
At least 1 year using DO-178 or DO-254 for design development
At least 1 year of experience with C/C++, Java, object oriented design or similar software development experience
At least 1 year using MIL-STD-882E to conduct Preliminary, Functional, Subsystem, System, Operating and Support Hazard Analysis
Strong written and verbal communication skills of the English language
Extensive expertise in applying MIL-STD-882E, DO178, DO254, software development, design development, or similar systems engineering experience

Benefits

Comp & perks

Relocation assistance may be available
Medical, Dental & Vision coverage
401k
Educational Assistance
Life Insurance
Employee Assistance Programs & Work/Life Solutions
Paid Time Off
Health & Wellness Resources
Employee Discounts
Company paid holidays
Savings plan
9/80 work schedule with every other Friday off
Potential overtime, shift differential, and discretionary bonus eligibility