Advance Aviation Safety as a System Safety Engineer | Fort Worth, TX | Remote Authorized

Location: Fort Worth, TX (Remote Authorized – travel required for first day/week; expenses reimbursed)
Schedule: 9/80A workweek (06:00 AM – 03:30 PM)
Pay: $64.02–$96.53 per hour, based on experience

Shape the Future of Aircraft Safety
PDS Tech Commercial is hiring a highly skilled System Safety Engineer to join our team, partnering with a global leader in the aviation industry. In this role, you will apply your expertise in system and software safety to ensure the reliability and integrity of next-generation aircraft systems. Your work will directly impact the safety and performance of cutting-edge aviation programs.

What You’ll Do

Apply software and system safety standards across the full development lifecycle (e.g., DO-178C, MIL-STD-882, AMCOM385-17, Joint Software Safety Engineering Handbook)

Conduct civil and defense safety analyses using SAE ARP-4761, ARP-4754, and MIL-STD-882 processes

Perform advanced safety assessments, including:

Functional Hazard Assessments (AFHA/SFHA)

Preliminary/System Safety Assessments (PASA, PSSA, ASA, SSA)

Particular Risk Analysis (PRA), Zonal Safety Analysis (ZSA), Common Mode Analysis (CMA)

Preliminary Hazard Analysis (PHA), O&SHA, HHA, SHA/SSHA

FMECA and Safety Assessment Reports (SAR)

Support model-based systems engineering (MBSE) and model-based safety analysis (MBSA)

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve complex, integrated system issues

Communicate safety assessments effectively to leadership and customers

Skills You Bring

Expertise with software and system safety standards across the full development lifecycle

Direct experience with SAE ARP-4761 and MIL-STD-882 analyses

Familiarity with civil and defense safety processes (ARP-4754, MIL-STD-882)

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills for complex, integrated systems

Technical understanding of aircraft and aircraft systems; operational knowledge highly desirable

Excellent communication skills to build relationships and brief leadership and customers

Experience or training in MBSE/MBSA preferred

What You Need to Be Successful

2+ years of experience on aircraft or system development/sustainment programs using structured safety processes

Bachelor’s degree in a STEM field (engineering, science, technology, or math)

Related degrees with relevant experience (e.g., military rotorcraft/powered-lift aviator or mechanic qualification) will be considered

Advanced degrees considered as additional experience

Eligibility to obtain a Secret Security Clearance

Why Join Us

At PDS Tech Commercial, you’ll work on programs that define the future of aviation safety. Enjoy the flexibility of remote work with Fort Worth onboarding support, a balanced 9/80 schedule (every other Friday off), and the satisfaction of contributing to systems that ensure the safety and performance of next-generation aircraft.

Take the Next Step

Bring your expertise to a role that matters. Apply today to join us as a System Safety Engineer and help shape the future of aviation.

This position requires use of information or access to facilities subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or Export Administration Regulations (EAR). These regulations may limit access of controlled technologies: 1) to U.S. Persons, including U.S. Citizens, lawful permanent residents, and other narrow categories including refugees and asylees, or 2) to certain foreign nationals that have received an export license.               

Pay Details: $64.02 to $96.53 per hour

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

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The California Fair Chance ActLos Angeles City Fair Chance OrdinanceLos Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for EmployersSan Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

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