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Senior Principal Safety Engineer (Finance)



Saalex is seeking a Senior Principal Safety Engineers in Bethesda, MD to support NSWC Carderock's requirements for engineering, IT, and technical support for data analysis, software development and modifications, control system development, IT and Information assurance (IA). The work performed will be in support of various projects related to surface ships, submarines, boats and combatant craft, air vehicles, other vehicles going through air and/or water, associated trainers and simulators from any of the above, and IT infrastructure.

Senior Principal Safety Engineer provides software and system safety analysis, risk assessment, and safety verification in accordance with DoD policies and procedures. Responsibilities include but not limited to preparation of system/software safety requirements and verification, execution of system/software safety analyses, safety analysis reports, development of software documentation, and planning and performance of software quality evaluation throughout the software development cycle.

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $140k - $206k annually (depending on experience)

Work Location: Onsite. Candidates are required to work onsite full-time in Bethesda, MD.

Requirements

Required:

  • Bachelor's Degree from an accredited institution in Computer Science, Software or IT discipline, Engineering, or Mathematics.

Desired:

  • Fifteen (15) years of experience with software and system safety analysis, risk assessment, and safety verification in accordance with the requirements of MIL-STD-882E and the Department of Defense (DOD) Joint Software System Safety Engineering Handbook (JSSSEH) on a variety of systems and producing documentation of analysis results. The fifteen (15) years of experience shall include experience in all of the following:
    • Preparation of system/software safety requirements and verification requirements, execution of system/software safety analyses, safety analysis reports and data packages/preparation material for safety review panels (such as Weapons System Evaluation Review Board (WSERBs) and Technical Review Panel (TRP)), preparation of System Safety Program Plans (SSPPs) and System Safety Management Plans (SSMPs), Fly-By-Wire (FBW) Audits, preparation of Safety Assessment Reports (SAR), analysis and assessment of Engineering Change Proposals (ECPs), Software Trouble Reports (STRs), and Software Change Notices (SCNs), and development of safety test plans and review of safety test documentation.
    • Development of software documentation that includes preparation of Software Development Plans (SDPs), Software Requirement Specifications (SRSs), Software Configuration.
    • Management Plans (SCMPs), Software Detailed Design Documents (SDDDs), and Interface Design Documents (IDDs); and experience in the planning and performance of software quality evaluation throughout the software development cycle.
    • Providing safety reviews of development and design documentation, as well as hazard analyses for Lithium-Ion battery systems such as the Critical Battery Management System (CBMS).

Security Clearance:

  • Active Secret clearance required. Requirements to obtain a clearance include US Citizenship, security investigation, etc.

Education/Experience:

  • Bachelor's Degree from an accredited institution in Computer Science, Software or IT discipline, Engineering, or Mathematics.

Benefits

Competitive Compensation: We offer a highly competitive salary package to attract and retain top talent in the industry. Our compensation structure is designed to reward exceptional performance and provide financial stability.

Comprehensive Health Coverage: We provide a comprehensive health insurance plan that covers medical, dental, and vision expenses. Our goal is to ensure that our employees have access to quality healthcare and can take care of their well-being.

Retirement Savings: We offer a robust retirement savings program, including a 401(k) plan, to help our employees plan for their future. We provide matching contributions to help accelerate their savings and build a solid financial foundation.

Work-Life Balance: We believe in the importance of work-life balance and understand that our employees have personal commitments and responsibilities. We offer generous paid time off to support our employees in maintaining a healthy work-life integration.

Professional Development: We are committed to the growth and development of our employees. We provide various opportunities for professional development, including training programs, and tuition reimbursement, to help them expand their skills and advance in their careers.

Recognition and Rewards: We value the contributions of our employees and believe in recognizing their achievements. We have a robust recognition program in place, including employee appreciation events, and employee recognition awards, to acknowledge and reward exceptional work.

Positive and Inclusive Work Environment: We foster a positive and inclusive work environment where diversity is valued, and employees feel respected and empowered. We promote collaboration, open communication, and teamwork to create a supportive atmosphere that enables everyone to thrive.

Saalex Solutions, a division of Saalex Corp., is an Engineering and Information Technology Services company with a focus on Test Range Operations and Management, Engineering and Logistics Services, Data Analytics and Business Intelligence Services and Information Technology Services. Founded in 1999 by Travis Mack, Saalex Solutions is a Service Disabled Veteran-Owned and Operated business with prime and subcontract expertise serving the Navy, Army, Air Force, NASA, corporate clients, and local governments. We employ a workforce of over 600 at military and NASA installations nationwide and have offices in Camarillo CA, Rockledge FL, Newport RI, Ridgecrest CA, Corona CA and Keyport WA.

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