Safety Engineer Jobs in Alabama
Safety Engineer jobs in Alabama concentrate in Huntsville, Birmingham, and Mobile, where defense contractors, chemical manufacturers, and aerospace firms drive consistent demand across process safety, industrial hygiene, and occupational health specialties. Northrop Grumman, Chemours, and Austal USA are among the established employers with lasting safety engineering needs in the state. Openings range from entry-level site safety roles to senior process safety engineers managing compliance across large facilities. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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Description
Leidos is dedicated to making the world a safer place. This starts with helping our customers in the Defense Industry achieve their critical missions. Our dedicated Defense Group employees are solving critical challenges across the globe. At Leidos, we deliver innovative solutions through the efforts of our diverse and talented people who are dedicated to our customers’ success. We empower our teams, contribute to our communities, and operate sustainably. Everything we do is built on a commitment to do the right thing for our customers, our people, and our community. Our Mission, Vision, and Values guide the way we do business. With offices across the United States engaging in the defense, space, cyber and commercial fields, Leidos provides responsive, cost-effective engineering, scientific and IT solutions. Leidos is well known for our people-oriented culture, positive work environment, technical excellence, and resilient business ethics.
Leidos is seeking a Mid-level Software Safety Engineer for our growing portfolio of Department of Defense programs.In this role you will work with our software safety team supporting some exciting programs. With offices across the United States engaging in the defense, space, cyber and commercial fields, Leidos provides responsive, cost-effective engineering, scientific and IT solutions. Leidos is well known for our people-oriented culture, positive work environment, technical excellence, and resilient business ethics.
Primary Responsibilities
This position will assess software safety status of various programs to a variety of Defense software safety standards and to Leidos’ CMMI-DEV Level 3 process standards.
Tasks include:
- Developing software safety plans and related documentation
- Working with customer software engineering organizations
- Provide software safety analysis of requirements, design, coding and testing products Provide software safety analysis of test cases and procedures
Basic Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Aeronautical Engineering, Mathematics, or equivalent technical degree.
- 4+ years of relevant technical experience with a BS degree or 6+ years of experience with a MS degree.
- Software engineering experience in real-time safety or mission critical software systems development using languages such as C, C++, or Ada.
- Proven experience with software quality standards including NPR 7150.2C, IEEE 12207, RTCA DO-178C, or ISO 26262.
- Software Safety on DoD programs is preferred. Software safety experience in civil aviation, nuclear, automotive, or medical industries will be considered.
- Strong analytical skills along with a personal drive for details and quality workmanship are a must.
- Demonstrate familiarity with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint).
- The applicant must have good communication skills.
- Proven ability to affect outcomes including the ability to persuade on technical topics.
- Being self-motivated, paying attention to details, and working under deadlines are key elements of this position as well.
- Demonstrate a pattern of ethical decisions and a commitment to integrity at the individual level that conform to Dynetics’ Code of Ethics.
- Candidate must be a resident of or be willing to relocate to the Huntsville, AL area.
- Candidate must be a US Citizen. Candidate must be able to acquire and maintain a Secret Clearance.
Preferred Qualifications
Previous software safety experience in an organization appraised to CMMI-DEV Level 3 is preferred.
If you're looking for comfort, keep scrolling. At Leidos, we outthink, outbuild, and outpace the status quo — because the mission demands it. We're not hiring followers. We're recruiting the ones who disrupt, provoke, and refuse to fail. Step 10 is ancient history. We're already at step 30 — and moving faster than anyone else dares.
Original Posting:
November 12, 2026
For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.
Pay Range:
Pay Range $87,100.00 - $157,450.00The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.
About Leidos
Leidos is an industry and technology leader serving government and commercial customers with smarter, more efficient digital and mission innovations. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, with 47,000 global employees, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $16.7 billion for the fiscal year ended January 3, 2025. For more information, visit www.Leidos.com.
Pay and Benefits
Pay and benefits are fundamental to any career decision. That's why we craft compensation packages that reflect the importance of the work we do for our customers. Employment benefits include competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave and Retirement. More details are available at www.leidos.com/careers/pay-benefits.
Securing Your Data
Beware of fake employment opportunities using Leidos’ name. Leidos will never ask you to provide payment-related information during any part of the employment application process (i.e., ask you for money), nor will Leidos ever advance money as part of the hiring process (i.e., send you a check or money order before doing any work). Further, Leidos will only communicate with you through emails that are generated by the Leidos.com automated system – never from free commercial services (e.g., Gmail, Yahoo, Hotmail) or via WhatsApp, Telegram, etc. If you received an email purporting to be from Leidos that asks for payment-related information or any other personal information (e.g., about you or your previous employer), and you are concerned about its legitimacy, please make us aware immediately by emailing us at LeidosCareersFraud@leidos.com.
If you believe you are the victim of a scam, contact your local law enforcement and report the incident to the U.S. Federal Trade Commission.
Commitment to Non-Discrimination
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.
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Description
Leidos is dedicated to making the world a safer place. This starts with helping our customers in the Defense Industry achieve their critical missions. Our dedicated Defense Group employees are solving critical challenges across the globe. At Leidos, we deliver innovative solutions through the efforts of our diverse and talented people who are dedicated to our customers’ success. We empower our teams, contribute to our communities, and operate sustainably. Everything we do is built on a commitment to do the right thing for our customers, our people, and our community. Our Mission, Vision, and Values guide the way we do business. With offices across the United States engaging in the defense, space, cyber and commercial fields, Leidos provides responsive, cost-effective engineering, scientific and IT solutions. Leidos is well known for our people-oriented culture, positive work environment, technical excellence, and resilient business ethics.
Leidos is seeking a Mid-level Software Safety Engineer for our growing portfolio of Department of Defense programs.In this role you will work with our software safety team supporting some exciting programs. With offices across the United States engaging in the defense, space, cyber and commercial fields, Leidos provides responsive, cost-effective engineering, scientific and IT solutions. Leidos is well known for our people-oriented culture, positive work environment, technical excellence, and resilient business ethics.
Primary Responsibilities
This position will assess software safety status of various programs to a variety of Defense software safety standards and to Leidos’ CMMI-DEV Level 3 process standards.
Tasks include:
- Developing software safety plans and related documentation
- Working with customer software engineering organizations
- Provide software safety analysis of requirements, design, coding and testing products Provide software safety analysis of test cases and procedures
Basic Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Aeronautical Engineering, Mathematics, or equivalent technical degree.
- 4+ years of relevant technical experience with a BS degree or 6+ years of experience with a MS degree.
- Software engineering experience in real-time safety or mission critical software systems development using languages such as C, C++, or Ada.
- Proven experience with software quality standards including NPR 7150.2C, IEEE 12207, RTCA DO-178C, or ISO 26262.
- Software Safety on DoD programs is preferred. Software safety experience in civil aviation, nuclear, automotive, or medical industries will be considered.
- Strong analytical skills along with a personal drive for details and quality workmanship are a must.
- Demonstrate familiarity with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint).
- The applicant must have good communication skills.
- Proven ability to affect outcomes including the ability to persuade on technical topics.
- Being self-motivated, paying attention to details, and working under deadlines are key elements of this position as well.
- Demonstrate a pattern of ethical decisions and a commitment to integrity at the individual level that conform to Dynetics’ Code of Ethics.
- Candidate must be a resident of or be willing to relocate to the Huntsville, AL area.
- Candidate must be a US Citizen. Candidate must be able to acquire and maintain a Secret Clearance.
Preferred Qualifications
Previous software safety experience in an organization appraised to CMMI-DEV Level 3 is preferred.
If you're looking for comfort, keep scrolling. At Leidos, we outthink, outbuild, and outpace the status quo — because the mission demands it. We're not hiring followers. We're recruiting the ones who disrupt, provoke, and refuse to fail. Step 10 is ancient history. We're already at step 30 — and moving faster than anyone else dares.
Original Posting:
November 12, 2026
For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.
Pay Range:
Pay Range $87,100.00 - $157,450.00The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.
About Leidos
Leidos is an industry and technology leader serving government and commercial customers with smarter, more efficient digital and mission innovations. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, with 47,000 global employees, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $16.7 billion for the fiscal year ended January 3, 2025. For more information, visit www.Leidos.com.
Pay and Benefits
Pay and benefits are fundamental to any career decision. That's why we craft compensation packages that reflect the importance of the work we do for our customers. Employment benefits include competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave and Retirement. More details are available at www.leidos.com/careers/pay-benefits.
Securing Your Data
Beware of fake employment opportunities using Leidos’ name. Leidos will never ask you to provide payment-related information during any part of the employment application process (i.e., ask you for money), nor will Leidos ever advance money as part of the hiring process (i.e., send you a check or money order before doing any work). Further, Leidos will only communicate with you through emails that are generated by the Leidos.com automated system – never from free commercial services (e.g., Gmail, Yahoo, Hotmail) or via WhatsApp, Telegram, etc. If you received an email purporting to be from Leidos that asks for payment-related information or any other personal information (e.g., about you or your previous employer), and you are concerned about its legitimacy, please make us aware immediately by emailing us at LeidosCareersFraud@leidos.com.
If you believe you are the victim of a scam, contact your local law enforcement and report the incident to the U.S. Federal Trade Commission.
Commitment to Non-Discrimination
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.
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What Alabama Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in safety engineer jobs across Alabama.
- Active Certified Safety Professional (CSP) credential recognized by Alabama employers
- Bachelor's degree in safety engineering, industrial engineering, or a closely related field
- Demonstrated experience with OSHA standards, specifically 29 CFR 1910 and 1926
- Proficiency conducting job hazard analyses, incident investigations, and root cause analysis
- Experience with process safety management systems in manufacturing or chemical environments
- Ability to obtain a security clearance for defense and government contractor roles in Huntsville
Safety Engineer Jobs in Alabama: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a safety engineer in Alabama?
Start with a bachelor's degree in safety, engineering, or industrial hygiene, then pursue the Certified Safety Professional credential through the Board of Certified Safety Professionals, which is the standard qualification Alabama employers require. Alabama does not issue a separate state safety engineer license, so the CSP is the primary credential that validates professional competency. Many candidates build experience in construction, manufacturing, or defense before sitting for the CSP exam.
Which companies hire safety engineers in Alabama?
Alabama safety engineer roles are posted by Leidos, Northrop Grumman, and bastion technologies and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Alabama's defense corridor in Huntsville and its chemical and shipbuilding industries along the Gulf Coast consistently generate the most sustained demand from large, long-established employers.
Which Alabama cities have the most safety engineer jobs?
Huntsville, Decatur, and Alabama lead Alabama for safety engineer openings, reflecting the concentration of defense contractors and federal agencies in Huntsville, the broad manufacturing and healthcare base in Birmingham, and the shipbuilding and petrochemical industries anchored in Mobile along the Gulf Coast.
Are there remote safety engineer jobs in Alabama?
Yes, but they're rare. Safety engineering is fundamentally site-based work, requiring physical presence for inspections, audits, and incident response, so fully remote roles are the exception. About 33% of safety engineer openings tied to Alabama are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, and those positions tend to cover program management, compliance documentation, or corporate EHS advisory functions rather than field safety work.
How can I get hired as a safety engineer in Alabama with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying for a safety coordinator or EHS technician role, which large Alabama employers like Toyota Motor Manufacturing Alabama in Huntsville and AM/NS Calvert in Mobile use as structured entry points into their safety organizations. Internships through Auburn University or the University of Alabama's engineering programs connect students directly with Alabama manufacturers and contractors. Earning an Associate Safety Professional credential before graduation gives candidates a concrete qualification that separates them from applicants without safety-specific credentials.
Where can I find and apply to safety engineer jobs in Alabama?
You can find and apply to safety engineer jobs in Alabama on Migrate Mate, which lists current Alabama openings across industries including defense, manufacturing, and chemical processing. Search the roles available, identify the ones that match your experience and location, and apply directly to each position that fits your background.
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