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System Safety Engineer - Senior

Avenue Technologies Company
Mc Kinney, TX Full Time
POSTED ON 5/7/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 7/6/2026
Clearance Required: Secret (Interim acceptable)

We’re looking for a System Safety Engineer - Senior who enjoys working on complex, high-impact systems and collaborating across engineering teams.

This role supports advanced defense and aerospace systems, focusing on mission-critical technologies used in real-world operational environments.

In this role, you’ll contribute across the full system lifecycle—from concept and design through integration, testing, and production support.

What You’ll Do:
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define and develop system solutions
- Support system integration, testing, and validation activities
- Work with models, simulations, prototypes, and hardware/software systems
- Identify risks and support technical decision-making
- Help improve system performance, reliability, and efficiency

What We’re Looking For:
Qualifications You Must Have: Typically Requires: Bachelor's degree and 8 years of relevant experience OR an Associate’s degree and 10 years of relevant experience OR an advanced degree in a related field and minimum 5 years’ experience. In absence of a degree, 12 years of relevant experience is required. Employment Experience: - Experience with: System Safety Engineering, System Engineering, Software or Firmware Engineering, or equivalent Safety Engineering experience in areas such as Aerospace, Automotive or Medical Device. - The ability to obtain and maintain a US security clearance. US citizenship is required as only US citizens are eligible for a security clearance Qualifications We Value: - System thinking and the desire to influence the program as a whole - Experience with industry System Safety Programs (especially in DoD or Aerospace fields) - Strong written, verbal and presentation skills - Strong interpersonal and project management skills, with the ability to manage a safety program and provide direction to supporting safety personnel - Degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) - Experience working with US Military programs - Strong analytical and problem solving skills

Additional Details:
- Onsite role in McKinney, TX
- U.S. Citizenship required
- Work on cutting-edge, mission-critical technology

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