Systems Safety Specialist

Linchpin Solutions Inc•North Charleston, SC

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Linchpin Solutions is seeking a dynamic and experienced Systems Safety Engineer to support system safety engineering and compliance activities across C5ISR defense acquisition programs. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, dynamic, project-oriented environment and enjoys collaborating with a team of multidisciplinary professionals across logistics, engineering, and program management. The position requires an active DoD Secret Clearance and involves working onsite, full-time, Monday through Friday.

Requirements

Active DoD Secret Clearance
Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety preferred
USMC Ground Safety certification or equivalent DoD safety certification required
10+ years of hands-on defense system safety experience, must include at least three (3) of the following: Battery Safety – Lithium Ion safety; NAVSEAINST 9310.1C / S9310-AQ-SAF-010, Laser Safety – LSRB packages; Nominal Ocular Hazard Distance (NOHD) analysis, EOSH – OSHA compliance, Human System Integration (HSI) hazard analysis, PPE, RF Safety – safe stand-off distances; HERO/HERP/HERF analysis; spectrum management, Transportation Safety – MILAIR, sealift, and ground transportation standards, T&E Safety – SETR support, FUE support, TEMP development, Risk Management – risk identification, analysis, mitigation, and tracking
Experience with Microsoft Office
Verbal and written communication skills
Ability to work both collaboratively and individually
Critical Thinking Skills
Ability to give presentations and briefings as needed
Technically proficient and committed to continuous learning within the safety and defense acquisition domain
Professional in conduct, communication (written and oral), and representation of Catalyst Solutions in client and corporate settings
Strong critical thinking, problem-solving, and time management skills; able to manage multiple concurrent assignments and meet deadlines
Strong interpersonal skills; effective in both independent and team environments; able to assimilate client needs quickly and adapt to new tools
Able to read, synthesize, and apply high volumes of technical and regulatory information rapidly
Proficient in MS Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, SharePoint); familiarity with hazard tracking databases and DoD program documentation systems

Nice To Haves

Laser Safety Officer (LSO) certification or LSRB experience preferred
Hazardous Materials Transportation certification (49 CFR / IATA) preferred
DAU coursework in system safety, life cycle logistics, or IPS preferred
USMC Ground Safety Specialist or equivalent DoD ground safety billet
Laser Safety Officer (LSO) or Range Safety Officer (RSO) qualification
Hazardous Materials Transportation certification (49 CFR / IATA / IMDG)
Military occupational experience as Embarkation/Logistics Specialist with transportation safety exposure

Responsibilities

Develop, review, and maintain system safety documentation, including: PESHE/NEPA, Safety Assessment Reviews, Hazard Logs, Warnings & Cautions addenda, Safety Data Sheets, Facility Impact Reports, Technical Instructions (TIs), Safety of Use Messages (SOUMs), Disposal Plans, FRACAS/mishap reports, TEMPs, SEPs/SAMPs, and System Safety Program Plans (SSPP)
Support OEM and vendor coordination for safety compliance, safety data, and hazardous material management.
Identify and track Critical Safety Items (CSI); support Design Interface activities to embed safety requirements during development and modification.
Perform ILA support for safety-related elements; coordinate with program offices on regulatory and directive compliance throughout the system life cycle.
Participate in IPT meetings, Safety Review Boards, and working groups; prepare observations, recommendations, meeting minutes, and action item tracking.
Review and recommend updates to IPS documentation (TMs, QRGs, Fielding Plans) from a safety perspective; prepare responses to program taskers for Government review.