System Safety Engineer

Modern Technology Solutions Inc•El Segundo, CA

17h•$114,000 - $141,000•Onsite

About The Position

Modern Technology Solutions, Inc. (MTSI) is seeking a System Safety Engineer to join the MSEIT effort in El Segundo, California. The MSEIT effort provides systems engineering and integration support for the Space Force’s Space Systems Center (SSC), supporting acquisition of secure, survivable, and protected Military Satellite Communications systems. The role supports the government system safety team in assessing and managing environmental, safety, and occupational health (ESOH) risks and supporting Space Flight Worthiness certification. The work involves collaborating with prime contractors, other support contractors, government civilians, and members of the U.S. Space Force in a highly collaborative team environment. The position is on-site, with minimal travel and standard working hours. Candidates must be able to obtain a Secret clearance. Compensation in California is listed as $114,000 to $141,000 per year; actual base pay may vary based on government contract ranges, job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and other factors. MTSI offers medical, financial, and other benefits depending on the position offered.

Requirements

Ability to obtain a Secret clearance.
Bachelor’s degree.
At least 4 years of experience in systems engineering.
At least 1 year of experience in systems safety engineering, including system safety engineering practices, techniques, and procedures, and working with system safety military standards and regulations.
Ability to coordinate with numerous stakeholders and customers.
Strong interpersonal skills for working and interfacing with diverse personnel in a dynamic team environment.
Strong written and verbal communication skills, including public speaking.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office products, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in a technical field such as engineering, mathematics, physics, or computer science.
Certifications in Systems Engineering, such as INCOSE ESEP or CSEP.
Knowledge and experience with Jira and Confluence.
Experience with MILSATCOM programs such as AEHF, EPS, WGS, PTES, PTS, and FAB-T terminal programs.
Experience working with military and Department of Defense civilian clients.
Experience and familiarity working on a government space systems program.
Experience working on a Systems Engineering and Integration (SE&I) contract.
Active Secret clearance or higher.

Responsibilities

Support the MSEIT System Safety Government Team by evaluating ESOH risks identified by the government, contractors, or other stakeholders, preparing ESOH documents, and providing system safety support for Space Flight Worthiness certification.
Document, perform, and execute changes to Government System Safety documents.
Review and participate in government evaluations of contractor documentation related to hazard analyses, mitigation strategies, and safety assessments, and advise the government team.
Perform safety risk assessments in accordance with MSEIT Program and Space Force guidance documents, and prepare assessments for acceptance or further mitigation.
Prepare documents including Programmatic Environmental, Safety, and Occupational Health Evaluations (PESHE), Space Debris Assessment Reports/End of Life Plans (SDAR/EOLP) for space vehicles, and environmental analyses for ground systems.
Prepare and support the System Safety elements of space vehicle Space Flight Worthiness certification.
Collaborate with prime contractors, other support contractors, government civilians, and members of the U.S. Space Force.