Safety Engineer Jobs in Maryland
Safety Engineer jobs in Maryland represent one of the more active markets on the East Coast, concentrated in defense and aerospace manufacturing, federal contractor facilities, and life sciences operations. The heaviest hiring is in and around Baltimore, Bethesda, and the I-270 technology corridor, where employers like Northrop Grumman, Lockheed Martin, and the Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory maintain large, ongoing safety operations. Demand is strongest for process safety, construction safety, and systems safety engineering, with openings at every level from associate to senior. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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The Software Safety Engineer applies a working knowledge of systems engineering fundamentals for submersible systems, including HM&E (hull, mechanical, and electrical) and Software. This person will work with other OTECH
BS Degree in Systems Engineering, Computer Science, Mathematics, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or related technical field. Commensurate experience will be considered.
5+ years of practical experience in systems, safety, software or quality engineering.
Proficiency understanding the following programming languages: C, C++, C#, Python and/or Java.
Capable of producing software safety plans and executing to them.
Attention to detail and interest in designing safety compliant underwater systems.
Ability to obtain and maintain a United States Government Department of Defense Security Clearance.
Must be a US citizen.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Understanding of MIL-STD 882E “Department of Defense Standard Practice System Safety” or equivalent standard.
Experience conducting safety hazard analyses such as Preliminary Hazard List (PHL), Preliminary Hazard Analysis (PHA), or Functional Hazard Analysis (FHA).
Experience creating System/Software Safety Assessment Reports and Plans (SSAR).
Experience with VectorCAST or automated test tools (Jacoco, McCabe, MSTest, NUnit).
Experience with Jira and Github.
Solid written and oral communications skills, including ability to effectively document, convey, and present engineering concepts and products to team members and customers.
Experience with US Department of Defense programs or the field of ocean engineering.
Implement a software safety program in accordance with MIL-STD-882 for one or more programs.
Provide direction and oversight for Level of Rigor tasks consistent with the assessed criticality of system software.
Ownership of the following deliverables:
Software Safety Plans
System Requirements Hazard Analysis
Functional Hazard Analysis
Software Safety Assessment Report
Assist in development and reviews of other safety analyses defined in MIL-STD-882 as applicable to each program.
Track and report software statement/branch coverage metrics.
Catalog and maintain software safety related software development artefacts such as the results of code reviews, safety testing, and qualification testing.
Act as an independent safety reviewer of software under development.
Prepare and present material at recurring customer-facing System and Software Safety Working Group (WG) meetings.
Prepare and present safety engineering slides at major design reviews and other milestone and key event meetings.
Schedules can be demanding throughout the year and occasional work outside normal working hours should be anticipated.
- Occasional travel should be anticipated.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
Works with program leadership to ensure that systems engineering tasks, specifically those affecting system safety products, are completed in a timely manner, including tasking engineering personnel to complete analyses, trade studies, tests, etc.
Coordinate implementation of software safety programs across OTECH to ensure consistency in the methodology and the quality of deliverables.
The Software Safety Engineer applies a working knowledge of systems engineering fundamentals for submersible systems, including HM&E (hull, mechanical, and electrical) and Software. This person will work with other OTECH
BS Degree in Systems Engineering, Computer Science, Mathematics, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or related technical field. Commensurate experience will be considered.
5+ years of practical experience in systems, safety, software or quality engineering.
Proficiency understanding the following programming languages: C, C++, C#, Python and/or Java.
Capable of producing software safety plans and executing to them.
Attention to detail and interest in designing safety compliant underwater systems.
Ability to obtain and maintain a United States Government Department of Defense Security Clearance.
Must be a US citizen.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Understanding of MIL-STD 882E “Department of Defense Standard Practice System Safety” or equivalent standard.
Experience conducting safety hazard analyses such as Preliminary Hazard List (PHL), Preliminary Hazard Analysis (PHA), or Functional Hazard Analysis (FHA).
Experience creating System/Software Safety Assessment Reports and Plans (SSAR).
Experience with VectorCAST or automated test tools (Jacoco, McCabe, MSTest, NUnit).
Experience with Jira and Github.
Solid written and oral communications skills, including ability to effectively document, convey, and present engineering concepts and products to team members and customers.
Experience with US Department of Defense programs or the field of ocean engineering.
Implement a software safety program in accordance with MIL-STD-882 for one or more programs.
Provide direction and oversight for Level of Rigor tasks consistent with the assessed criticality of system software.
Ownership of the following deliverables:
Software Safety Plans
System Requirements Hazard Analysis
Functional Hazard Analysis
Software Safety Assessment Report
Assist in development and reviews of other safety analyses defined in MIL-STD-882 as applicable to each program.
Track and report software statement/branch coverage metrics.
Catalog and maintain software safety related software development artefacts such as the results of code reviews, safety testing, and qualification testing.
Act as an independent safety reviewer of software under development.
Prepare and present material at recurring customer-facing System and Software Safety Working Group (WG) meetings.
Prepare and present safety engineering slides at major design reviews and other milestone and key event meetings.
Schedules can be demanding throughout the year and occasional work outside normal working hours should be anticipated.
- Occasional travel should be anticipated.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
Works with program leadership to ensure that systems engineering tasks, specifically those affecting system safety products, are completed in a timely manner, including tasking engineering personnel to complete analyses, trade studies, tests, etc.
Coordinate implementation of software safety programs across OTECH to ensure consistency in the methodology and the quality of deliverables.
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What Maryland Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in safety engineer jobs across Maryland.
- Certified Safety Professional (CSP) credential recognized in Maryland or active pursuit required
- Bachelor's degree in safety engineering, occupational health, or a closely related engineering field
- Experience applying OSHA 29 CFR 1910 or 1926 standards in an industrial or construction environment
- Familiarity with MIL-STD or systems safety standards for defense or federal contractor roles
- Proficiency conducting job hazard analyses, incident investigations, and safety audits
- Strong written communication skills for regulatory reporting and internal compliance documentation
Safety Engineer Jobs in Maryland: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a safety engineer in Maryland?
Most safety engineer roles in Maryland require a bachelor's degree in safety, industrial hygiene, or an accredited engineering discipline, followed by field experience and the Certified Safety Professional credential issued by the Board of Certified Safety Professionals. Maryland does not issue a separate state safety engineering license, so the CSP is the recognized professional standard. Defense and federal contractor employers along the I-270 corridor often add systems safety requirements rooted in MIL-STD frameworks.
Which companies hire safety engineers in Maryland?
Employers hiring safety engineers in Maryland right now include X-Energy, Oceaneering, and Northrop Grumman, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Maryland's concentration of defense contractors, federal agency support firms, and life sciences manufacturers keeps demand for safety engineering talent consistently high across the state.
Which Maryland cities have the most safety engineer jobs?
Rockville, Hanover, and Hagerstown account for the largest share of safety engineer openings in Maryland, driven by Baltimore's dense industrial and healthcare base, Bethesda's cluster of federal agencies and NIH-adjacent research operations, and the I-270 corridor communities where major defense and aerospace contractors maintain large manufacturing and program-support facilities.
Are there remote safety engineer jobs in Maryland?
Yes, but they're rare. Safety engineering is largely a hands-on, site-present role, and most Maryland employers expect engineers to conduct audits, inspections, and incident investigations in person. About 0% of safety engineer openings tied to Maryland are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, and those tend to be documentation-heavy positions such as safety program development, regulatory writing, or systems safety analysis for defense programs.
How can I get hired as a safety engineer in Maryland with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is a co-op or internship with a Maryland defense contractor or hospital system followed by an associate safety professional or EHS coordinator role. Northrop Grumman and Leidos run structured early-career programs at their Maryland sites. Candidates coming from adjacent roles such as quality technician, industrial hygienist assistant, or construction laborer supervisor can transition effectively. Earning the Associate Safety Professional designation before your first full-time role gives a measurable credential edge with Maryland employers.
Where can I find and apply to safety engineer jobs in Maryland?
You can find and apply to safety engineer jobs in Maryland on Migrate Mate, which lists current Maryland openings updated regularly. Search for roles that match your experience level and specialization, then apply directly through each listing. No account creation is required to see open positions.
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