Senior Systems Safety Engineer

Job Description

Archer, an aerospace company, is seeking a Senior Systems Safety Engineer to ensure the safety of its electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft. The role involves collaborating with engineering disciplines to design high-reliability, safety-critical systems. The candidate will take ownership of safety requirements and assessments for vehicle systems, including Flight Controls and Powertrain systems and participate in vehicle-level safety analyses.

Role Involves:
• Collaborating with engineering disciplines
• Taking ownership of safety requirements
• Participating in vehicle-level safety analyses
• Defining safety requirements and assessments
• Representing System Safety in decision-making and regulatory compliance
• Contributing to System Safety processes and work methods
• Developing and executing test plans in a simulation lab
• Performing Zonal Safety Inspections

Requirements:
• Collaborative mindset
• Excellent technical writing, presentation, and interpersonal communication skills
• Passion for learning and problem solving
• BS, MS, or PhD in engineering or a related technical degree
• 5+ years experience as System Safety Engineer
• Experience with civil aircraft systems, especially Flight Controls and Powertrain systems
• Experience with aircraft development phases
• Experience performing safety analyses
• Experience creating, validating, and verifying aircraft and system-level safety requirements
• Experience being accountable for safety activities on a civil aircraft certification program
• Detailed understanding of civil aviation standards, practices, and regulations

Role Offers:
• Opportunity to work on innovative eVTOL technology
• Collaborative and inclusive work environment
• Participation in regulatory compliance and certification activities