What are the responsibilities and job description for the System Safety Engineer/Analyst position at Five Stones Research Corporation?
Position Overview Type: Full-Time, Exempt
Location: Huntsville, AL
Travel: Yes, 25%
Clearance: Active Department of Defense (DoD) Secret security clearance
Work Authorization: U.S. Citizenship required
Summary/Objective
Five Stones Research Corporation (5SRC) is seeking energetic candidates to join our established and growing Huntsville-headquartered team.
Essential Functions
- Supports the SHIELD Project Office.
- Works directly with SHIELD Directors and Product Managers to ensure system safety through rigorous engineering methods and technical expertise.
- Supports multidisciplinary Integrated Product Teams to develop solutions that support developmental, test, and operational goals.
- Supports system safety engineering activities across all phases of missile system development, integration, test, production,, and fielding.
- Performs and documents hazard analyses including Fault Tree Analysis (FTA), Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (FMEA), and Preliminary Hazard Analysis (PHA).
- Ensures compliance with MIL-STD-882E and other applicable DoD and Army safety standards.
- Develops and maintains Safety Assessment Reports (SARs), Safety Verification Plans, and Risk Acceptance documentation.
- Collaborates with design, test, and integration teams to embed safety requirements into system architecture and operational concepts.
- Supports Safety Release processes for test events, including live-fire and flight testing.
- Interfaces with Army safety boards, review panels, and Joint Weapon Safety Working Groups.
- Leads root cause analysis and corrective action planning for safety-related incidents or anomalies.
Required Education and Experience
- MS in Engineering or Science from an accredited college with 14 years’ experience, or
- BS in Engineering or Science from an accredited college or university with 16 years' experience
What We Offer:
- 401(k) Matching
- Company Events
- Dental Insurance
- Employee Recognition Programs
- Health Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Paid Time Off
- Parental Leave
- Performance Incentives
- Student Loan Repayment
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Vision Insurance
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.