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Principal Systems Safety Engineer - Bridgeton, MO - Secret Clearance Required Information Technology

SOC LLC
United States, Missouri, Bridgeton
Jan 15, 2026
Principal Systems Safety Engineer needed for a Direct-Hire opportunity with SOC's client to work onsite in Bridgeton, MO. *Active Secret Clearance is required to be considered for this position!* Our client is is seeking a qualified and motivated Principal Systems Safety Engineer in Bridgeton, MO. This position will be responsible for conducting System Safety analysis in accordance with the latest version of MIL-STD-882, Army Aviation and Missile Command (AMCOM) 385-17, and applicable standards per government direction. The Principal Systems Safety Engineer is responsible for maintaining a safety assignment throughout a program's life cycle and collaborating with various disciplines. Job Responsibilities Integrate safety into design, testing, and operational procedures Attend classified and unclassified test events and discuss safety measures between partner companies and customers Ensure all systems comply with MIL-STD-882E or other applicable government standards Capture and document safety analysis and findings in the form of Systems Safety Program Plan (SSPP) and Safety Assessment Report (SAR) Review engineering changes/mishaps and confirm all design changes are thoroughly incorporated into the system Assess and track mitigation of software and firmware related hazards Ability to complete a technical project independently Coordinate with project team to determine tasks, events, and deliverables applicable to assigned programs Provide advisement in the early phases of a program and assist in requirement generation Communicate with and flow-down required safety deliverables with subcontractors Present findings and propose solutions leading to risk mitigation or issue remediation Attend appropriate engineering, customer or business meetings Mentor and coach less experienced engineers Support, communicate, reinforce and defend the mission, values and culture of the organization Qualifications B.S. Degree in Engineering or related technical field, and a minimum of 8 years of system safety engineering experience Experience with DoD MIL-standards Experience with Systems Safety Program Plans (SSPP) and Safety Assessment Reports (SAR) Strong analytical and organizational traits to develop system safety skillset and effectively support the customer Proficient in technical writing to assist with the preparation of reports of complex systems Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office products Ability to obtain a Department of Defense (DoD) Secret Clearance is required Ability to travel to support program events (tests, program reviews, etc.) and training activities 25% of the time U.S. Citizenship required. This position requires an active DOD security clearance or the ability to obtain such clearance within a reasonable time after commencement of employment. Employment Prerequisites The following requirements must be met to be eligible for this position: successful completion of a background investigation and drug urinalysis. SOC, a Day & Zimmermann company, is an Equal Opportunity Employer, EOE AA M/F/Vet/Disability. Note: Any pay ranges displayed are estimations, which may have been provided by job boards. Actual pay is determined by an applicant's experience, technical expertise, and other qualifications as listed in the job description. All qualified applicants are welcome to apply. Estimated Min Rate: $79800.00 Estimated Max Rate: $114000.00