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Description
SAIC has an immediate need for a Software Safety Engineer for the Precision Fires [Multiple Launch Rocket Systems (MLRS)] projects for performance of risk analyses and hazard analyses on integrated systems forming part of advanced weapons systems for the DoD. They will be responsible for oversight of a portfolio of engineering developments and will provide assurance of engineering activities. They will support design engineers to build evidence-based safety cases for their products and will assure compliance to hardware and software engineering processes for safety critical and safety related systems. This position resides in Huntsville, Alabama.
- Development of Software Safety targets and Software Safety requirements.
- Execute hazard analyses required to support identification of Software Safety requirements in accordance with business standards and program / product objectives.
- Development of specific application, generic application, and generic product safety cases.
- Document and communicate results of technical data generated to internal and external customers.
- Coordinate the timely production of the necessary design safety documentation, especially the relevant safety cases and related documentation for approval milestones.
- Conduct/facilitate FHA, SAR, FMEA, Fault Tree Analysis and other safety studies with Engineering groups.
- Develop and maintain Hazard Tracking Log.
Qualifications
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: BS degree in Engineering or related Science/Technical field (Electrical, Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering preferred) and fourteen (14) years of related experience; Master’s and twelve (12) years of related experience.
- Strong written and oral communication skills.
- Strong interpersonal skills.
- Ability to conduct research into issues and products.
- Ability to present ideas in user-friendly language and visuals.
- Highly self-motivated and directed.
- Keen attention to detail.
- Proven analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment.
- Experience operating as a Software Safety Engineer (or senior engineer with Software Safety and assurance responsibilities), across complex, large-scale systems.
- Proven experience in Software Safety Engineering.
- Familiarity or experience with C/C++.
- Familiarity with design, test, and analysis tools and systems.
- Familiarity with Hazard Analysis per MIL-STD-882E, Joint Software Safety Systems Engineering Handbook (JSSSEH), AMCOM Regulation 385-17, and multiple other related safety publications.
DESIRED:
- Expert in evaluation and review of Technical Data Packages (TDPs) for presentation to Software System Safety Technical Review (SSSTRP) panels in accordance with Army regulations required for successful Materiel Release.
- Skilled in formulating software/system test lab capabilities.
- Proficient in multiple software tools such as FRACAS, DOORS, Understand, and LDRA.
- Expert in development of software requirements and providing Level of Rigor (LOR) assessments for an Aviation, Missile, Missile Defense Agency (MDA) or Ground System.
CLEARANCE:
- Interim Secret to start work on the contract; ability to obtain a secret security clearance; U.S. citizen.
SAIC accepts applications on an ongoing basis and there is no deadline.
Covid Policy: SAIC does not require COVID-19 vaccinations or boosters. Customer site vaccination requirements must be followed when work is performed at a customer site.
Overview
SAIC® is a premier Fortune 500® technology integrator focused on advancing the power of technology and innovation to serve and protect our world. Our robust portfolio of offerings across the defense, space, civilian and intelligence markets includes secure high-end solutions in mission IT, enterprise IT, engineering services and professional services. We integrate emerging technology, rapidly and securely, into mission critical operations that modernize and enable critical national imperatives.
We are approximately 24,000 strong; driven by mission, united by purpose, and inspired by opportunities. SAIC is an Equal Opportunity Employer, fostering a culture of diversity, equity and inclusion, which is core to our values and important to attract and retain exceptional talent. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, SAIC has annual revenues of approximately $7.4 billion. For more information, visit saic.com. For ongoing news, please visit our newsroom.
