Principal Systems Safety Engineer (REMOTE)

RTX is redefining avionics safety through innovative engineering solutions. As a Principal Systems Safety Engineer, you will lead safety initiatives, conduct safety assessments, and collaborate with engineering teams to ensure the safety and reliability of aviation systems.

Responsibilities:

• Driving Comprehensive Safety Assessments: Execute civil safety assessments in accordance with ARP4761 or military safety assessments per MIL-STD-882E. This includes developing System Safety Program Plans (SSPPs), Functional Hazard Assessments (FHAs), Fault Tree Analyses (FTAs), and Safety Assessment Reports (SARs)
• Shaping Design Requirements: Collaborate with systems, hardware, and software engineering teams to define safety-critical requirements during the development process
• Reviewing & Refining Designs: Dive deep into design documentation for safety-critical systems, providing expert analysis and feedback to ensure the highest standards of safety
• Mentorship & Leadership: Share your expertise with less experienced engineers, guiding them in safety practices and fostering a culture of continuous learning
• Cross-Team Collaboration: Partner with customers, stakeholders, and organizational leaders to develop plans, solve challenges, and deliver excellence
• Have a self-starter mindset, eager to learn, adapt, and contribute to a positive and innovative work environment
• Use your outstanding communication skills to translate technical issues into actionable insights for a variety of audiences
• Use your exceptional problem-solving skills and a drive to tackle complex, dynamic challenges

Requirements:

• Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and minimum 8 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 5 years of experience
• U.S. Person is required – Military contract stipulates the candidates must be U.S. Persons
• Expertise in safety-critical systems, with experience in ARP4761 or MIL-STD-882E safety standards
• Previous experience advancing safety in aerospace systems
• Familiarity with standards such as ARP4754A, DO-254, DO-178B/C, and DO-297
• Proficiency in CAFTA or equivalent safety analysis tools, including proficiency in Failure Modes & Effects Analysis (FMEA) and Fault Tree Analysis (FTA)
• Strong foundation in reliability engineering theory, statistics, and mathematical modeling
• Recognized technical expertise in avionics safety, with cross-cultural awareness to excel in different team environments