Senior Aircraft Safety Engineer

Senior Aircraft Safety Engineer in Huntsville, AL to support MDA on our MAPSS Safety contract. APT is an employee‑owned engineering services company specializing in conducting safety and quality analyses for the U.S. Government. APT offers competitive salaries, advancement opportunities that match your professional development interest, and excellent benefits, including recognition as a top workplace for working parents. Our employees are owners, each sharing in the commitment to deliver safe, reliable, and innovative Analysis, Planning, & Test Solutions and services that exceed expectations, build employee pride of ownership, and optimize shareholder value.

• Experience working aircraft System Safety processes, as described in MIL-STD 882E as well as applicable Department of Defense and Federal Aviation Administration documents during design, development, use, and maintenance of safety‑critical systems.
• Experience working software Safety processes, as described in MIL-STD 882E, during design, development, use, and maintenance.
• Experience performing aircraft safety review and analysis to ensure aircraft meet safety requirements.
• Experience evaluating contractor's air and ground safety posture.
• Ability to analyze, research, assess, and organize technical data into cohesive and clear technical reports and presentations.
• Ability to organize, schedule, and facilitate technical meetings and working groups.
• Demonstrated experience developing and presenting safety assessments to a diverse audience.
• Specialized knowledge and experience with aircraft safety in research and development programs for aircraft modifications.

• Bachelor's degree in engineering from an Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET) accredited institution and 10 years of experience in system safety engineering.
• Acceptable alternative:
  Bachelor's degree in a scientific field (e.g., physics, chemistry, computer science) with 15 years of demonstrated skill and relevant experience in system safety engineering and/or software system safety engineering.

• Must have a SECRET level clearance or higher.

• Work in an office environment.
• Provide clear, concise, accurate, and timely communication, both verbally and written.
• Interact professionally with coworkers, management, and customers.

Requires ability to travel domestically (within the U.S.).

Requires sitting for extended periods of time at a workstation or desk.

• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision, make rational decisions, and exercise good judgment.
• Work attire must be appropriate for the position and must not impose a safety risk or hazard to the employee or others.

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