System Safety Engineer

American Rheinmetall • Auburn Hills, MI

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About The Position

American Rheinmetall is a leader in the design, development, and production of advanced tracked and wheeled vehicles, vehicle systems, and critical components that support U.S. military modernization. Our expertise spans electronic and mechanical systems, fabricated structures, armored products, rubber solutions, and track systems, delivering reliable innovation to both defense and commercial markets. As part of the global Rheinmetall family, we combine proven heritage with forward-looking technology to provide solutions that defend and feed the world. The System Safety Engineer is a key role within the engineering team, focused on the safe and efficient development of our products for US Military. This role requires an experienced engineer with a background in the execution of System Safety on military vehicles and other programs.

Requirements

• Knowledge in Systems Engineering and related Standards/Processes
• Ability to present technical briefings to clients and internal stakeholders
• Familiarity with the ground vehicle requirements
• Practical ‘hands on’ attitude with the ability to operate independently
• 10 years minimum experience in the application of safety design criteria on military systems
• Experience authoring safety related Government documents as define above.
• Direct experience conducting a System Software Safety Program IAW Joint Software System Safety Engineering Handbook (JSSSEH) Implementation Guide.
• Direct experience establishing and managing an ESOH program in accordance with MIL-STD-882E
• Direct experience conducting Subsystem Hazard Analysis IAW MIL-STD-882E Task 204, System Hazard Analysis IAW MIL-STD-882E Task 205, Health Hazard Analysis MIL-STD-882E Task 207, Functional Hazard Analysis IAW MIL-STD-882E Task 208, and Environmental Hazard Analysis IAW MIL-STD-882E Task 210
• Direct experience preparing a Safety Assessment Report in accordance with MIL-STD-882E task 301.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of the US DoD process and procedures for vehicle development a plus
• Currently holds or has the ability to obtain SECRET US Defense clearance desired
• Detailed knowledge of Military Standards and regulations desired
• BSc Engineering (e.g. Mechanical, Electrical, Systems, Aerospace, Automotive) desired.
• MSc Engineering desired (e.g. Mechanical, Electrical, Systems, Computer, Management)

Responsibilities

• Perform the system safety tasks as define in MIL-STD-882E
• Identify safety design issues and work with design engineers to obtain a satisfactory accommodation.
• Prepare the System Safety Program Plans
• Lead the effort to execute the tasks in the System Safety Program Plan
• Identify the safety critical software requirements as part of the system safety program plan

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior