Mid Level System Safety Engineer Jobs
Mid level system safety engineer jobs go to engineers ready to own safety analyses end to end, mentor junior staff, and make technical decisions with limited oversight. Openings are concentrated across Aerospace & Defense, Technology & Software, and Automotive, with a mix of on-site, remote, and hybrid roles, and employers like SAIC, Zoox, and Motional hiring at this level now.
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DESCRIPTION
We’re working on the future. If you are seeking an iterative fast-paced environment where you can drive innovation, apply state-of-the-art technologies to solve next-generation real world delivery challenges, and provide visible benefit to end-users, this is your opportunity.
Come work on the Amazon Prime Air team!
We're looking for a System Safety Engineer who combines superb technical and analytical capabilities with a demonstrated ability to get the right things done quickly, effectively, and safely. This person must be comfortable working with a team of top-notch developers and collaborating with our engineering teams. We’re looking for people who innovate and love solving hard problems. You will work hard, have fun, and of course, make history!
Key job responsibilities
- Own the completion of safety analyses for one or more Prime Air systems
- Help define the future of safety assessment processes and methodologies for drone aerial systems.
- Partner with talented cross functional teams to integrate design safety directly into the system development process.
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This position may require a deemed export control license for compliance with applicable laws and regulations. Placement is contingent on Amazon’s ability to apply for and obtain an export control license on your behalf.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- 3+ years of professional software and systems development experience
- Experience effectively communicating complex concepts through written and verbal communication
- 3+ years experience in system safety engineering in the aerospace, automotive, or robotics industries
- Experience in analysis of safety critical systems
- Experience working with requirements management and safety analysis tools (CAFTA, Medini, and similar)
- Demonstrated statistical analysis and reliability engineering fundamentals
- Proficient working with cross functional teams to drive analysis of complex systems
- Knowledgeable in systems engineering fundamentals, including system decomposition, requirements verification & validation, and ICD definition
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience with ARP-4761/4754, ISO26262, MIL-STD-882B, or similar system safety processes.
- Experience developing FHAs, Fault Trees, Reliability Predictions, FMEAs, SSAs, CCAs.
- Experience performing safety analyses in one or more of the following: Image based perception systems, aerospace systems, vehicle management, flight controls, cloud-based software intensive systems, aircraft traffic management.
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.
The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits.
USA, WA, Seattle - 129,200.00 - 174,800.00 USD annually
DESCRIPTION
We’re working on the future. If you are seeking an iterative fast-paced environment where you can drive innovation, apply state-of-the-art technologies to solve next-generation real world delivery challenges, and provide visible benefit to end-users, this is your opportunity.
Come work on the Amazon Prime Air team!
We're looking for a System Safety Engineer who combines superb technical and analytical capabilities with a demonstrated ability to get the right things done quickly, effectively, and safely. This person must be comfortable working with a team of top-notch developers and collaborating with our engineering teams. We’re looking for people who innovate and love solving hard problems. You will work hard, have fun, and of course, make history!
Key job responsibilities
- Own the completion of safety analyses for one or more Prime Air systems
- Help define the future of safety assessment processes and methodologies for drone aerial systems.
- Partner with talented cross functional teams to integrate design safety directly into the system development process.
Export License Control
This position may require a deemed export control license for compliance with applicable laws and regulations. Placement is contingent on Amazon’s ability to apply for and obtain an export control license on your behalf.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- 3+ years of professional software and systems development experience
- Experience effectively communicating complex concepts through written and verbal communication
- 3+ years experience in system safety engineering in the aerospace, automotive, or robotics industries
- Experience in analysis of safety critical systems
- Experience working with requirements management and safety analysis tools (CAFTA, Medini, and similar)
- Demonstrated statistical analysis and reliability engineering fundamentals
- Proficient working with cross functional teams to drive analysis of complex systems
- Knowledgeable in systems engineering fundamentals, including system decomposition, requirements verification & validation, and ICD definition
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience with ARP-4761/4754, ISO26262, MIL-STD-882B, or similar system safety processes.
- Experience developing FHAs, Fault Trees, Reliability Predictions, FMEAs, SSAs, CCAs.
- Experience performing safety analyses in one or more of the following: Image based perception systems, aerospace systems, vehicle management, flight controls, cloud-based software intensive systems, aircraft traffic management.
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.
The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits.
USA, WA, Seattle - 129,200.00 - 174,800.00 USD annually
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Mid Level System Safety Engineer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a mid level system safety engineer job?
Position yourself around concrete ownership: highlight safety analyses you led independently, hazard assessments you delivered from start to finish, and any standards compliance work you drove on your own. Tailor your resume to show depth in specific methodologies like FMEA, FTA, or MIL-STD-882, and demonstrate that your work has reduced risk or met certification requirements on a real program.
Which companies hire mid level system safety engineers?
Companies hiring mid level system safety engineers right now include SAIC, Zoox, and Motional, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. Defense contractors, aerospace manufacturers, automotive OEMs, and industrial systems firms all hire steadily at this level as programs require engineers who can own safety cases without constant senior oversight.
Are there remote mid level system safety engineer jobs?
Yes, though many roles still require on-site or hybrid presence due to classified programs and hardware-dependent work. About 29% of mid level system safety engineer openings are remote or hybrid as of June 2026, so filtering by work setting on Migrate Mate is the fastest way to find listings that match your location needs.
How do I move up to a mid level system safety engineer role?
Growth from entry level to mid level comes from taking on progressively independent work: moving from supporting analyses to owning them, getting comfortable with full safety case development, and building fluency in one or two core standards like MIL-STD-882 or DO-178C. Engineers who document measurable outcomes, such as hazards mitigated or certifications supported, make the strongest case for a mid level title.
Which industries hire the most mid level system safety engineers?
Mid Level system safety engineer roles concentrate in Aerospace & Defense, Technology & Software, and Automotive, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. These sectors drive hiring at this level because their programs involve complex, regulated systems where independent safety analysis expertise is required throughout the development lifecycle.