System Safety Engineer

For more than 50 years, ENSCO has been providing leading-edge engineering, science and advanced technology solutions to governments and private industries worldwide.

ENSCO prides itself in creating and applying advanced technologies for mission success. We provide systems engineering, integration, and advanced technology services to transform the future safety, security, and resiliency of critical missions on the ground, in the air, in space, and in the information systems that connect these domains.

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Position Description

ENSCO Inc. is a diverse engineering and technology company that provides engineering, science, and advanced technology solutions supporting mission success, safety, and security for government and commercial customers worldwide.

We are seeking a System Safety Engineer to work directly with Government mission leaders and independently governed program teams delivering elements of a critical space mission capability. Each participating organization may hold a different architecture vision, acquisition path, technical baseline, funding profile, and delivery schedule. This role creates trusted relationships and shared technical evidence needed to bring those efforts together.

The MILSATCOM Systems Engineering, Integration, and Test (MSEIT) effort provides leading edge Systems Engineering & Integration (SE&I) for the Space Force’s Space System Command. We support the Space Force’s acquisition of state of the art Military Satellite Communications systems, providing global secure, survivable, and protected communications for our nation’s warfighters. We seek technical individuals who will thrive in a highly collaborative work environment of small teams, using the most modern tools and methodologies to tackle the challenges of integrating complex space and ground communications systems.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Support the MSEIT System Safety Government Team by evaluating ESOH risks identified by the government, contractors, or other stakeholders, preparing ESOH documents and providing system safety support for Space Flight Worthiness certification


• Document, perform, and execute changes to Government System Safety documents


• Review and participate in government evaluations of contractor documentation to hazard analyses, mitigation strategies, and safety assessments, as well as advise the government team


• Perform safety risk assessments in accordance with MSEIT Program and Space Force guidance documents and prepare safety risk assessments for acceptance or for further mitigation.


• Prepare documents including but not limited to: Programmatic Environmental, Safety, and Occupational Health Evaluation (PESHE), Space Debris Assessment Report/End of Life Plan (SDAR/EOLP) for space vehicles, and Environmental Analysis for ground system


• Prepare and support the System Safety elements of the space vehicle Space Flight Worthiness certification


• Collaborating with prime contractors, other support contractors, government civilians, and members of the U.S. Space Force

Qualifications Required

• Bachelor’s degree with 5+ years of experience: 


• 4+ years of experience in systems engineering


• 1+ years of experience in systems safety engineering, to include system safety engineering practices, techniques, and procedures and working with system safety military standards and regulations


• Ability to coordinate with numerous stakeholders and customers


• Strong interpersonal skills to enable working and interfacing with diverse personnel and working in a dynamic team environment


• Possess strong written and verbal communication skills, including public speaking


• Proficient in Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)


• ABILITY TO OBTAIN AND MAINTAIN A DOD SECRET SECURITY CLEARANCE IS REQUIRED FOR THIS POSITION FOR WHICH, YOU MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN

Qualifications Desired

• Bachelor’s degree in technical field such as engineering, mathematics, physics, or computer science


• Certifications in Systems Engineering (INCOSE ESEP, CSEP)


• Knowledge and experience in Jira and Confluence


• Experience with MILSATCOM, such as AEHF, EPS, WGS, PTES, PTS, and FAB-T terminal programs


• Experience working with military and DoD civilian clients


• Experience and familiarity working on a government space systems program


• Experience working on a Systems Engineering and Integration (SE&I) contract


• Active Secret Clearance or higher

Work Location Type: On-Site

Required Certifications: None

U.S. Citizenship Required: Yes

Security Clearance Required: Ability to obtain secret

Employment Type: Regular Full-time

Background Check Type: 7 Year Pre-Employment

Drug Screen Required: No

Position Contingent Upon Contract Award: No

REAL ID Requirement

This position may require the ability to access to U.S. federal facilities. In accordance with the Department of Homeland Security’s enforcement of the REAL ID Act, as of May 7, 2025, individuals must present a REAL ID-compliant form of identification or an acceptable alternative to gain entry. For a list of acceptable forms of identification, please click here.

Benefits

At ENSCO, a positive working environment and a competitive salary are only part of the reason for choosing a career here. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that creates a stimulating and supportive environment where you can thrive - visit ensco.com/careers/benefits to learn more.

Export Control and Licensing

This position may involve access to technology or technical data that is controlled under U.S. export control laws and regulations and the release of which to a non US person may require an export license from the U.S. Government.

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EEO Statement

ENSCO, Inc. and its wholly owned U.S. subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity Employers– veterans, disability