System Safety Engineer FLRAA

Job Description

System Safety Engineer – FLRAA Fort Worth, TX (Remote Authorized)

Pay Rate: 65.00–95.00/hour 1st Shift 9x80 Schedule

Initial On-Site Week in Fort Worth (Travel Expenses Reimbursed)Shape the Future of Military Aviation Safety

Join a high-impact engineering team at the forefront of aviation innovation. As a System Safety Engineer on the Future Long Range Assault Aircraft (FLRAA) program, you’ll be instrumental in advancing safety-critical systems that support one of the U.S. military’s most groundbreaking rotorcraft platforms.

This is more than a role—it's a mission-critical opportunity to ensure the safety and success of the next generation of vertical lift technology.What You’ll Do

In this role, you’ll apply your expertise in both military and civil aviation safety standards to:

Lead and execute system safety engineering tasks throughout the full product lifecycle—from hazard identification and requirements analysis to testing and verification

Perform advanced safety assessments including:

Aircraft & System Functional Hazard Assessments (AFHA/SFHA)

Preliminary/System Safety Assessments (PSSA/SSA)

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

MIL-STD-882 analyses such as PHA, SHA, SSHA, O&SHA, HHA, SAR, and FMECA

Collaborate with multi-disciplinary engineering teams to identify and mitigate system risks

Prepare and present safety documentation to internal leadership and external stakeholders

Utilize model-based systems engineering (MBSE) and model-based safety analysis (MBSA) tools to support analysis and traceabilityWhat You Bring

Required Qualifications:

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

2+ years of experience supporting structured safety programs in aerospace or defense

In-depth knowledge of MIL-STD-882 and SAE ARP-4761/ARP-4754 safety processes

Experience in safety assessments and analysis across the software and system lifecycle (e.g. DO-178C, AMCOM385-17)

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills in highly integrated systems

Ability to communicate complex technical concepts clearly and collaborate across teams

Must be eligible for Secret Security Clearance

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.

Preferred Qualifications:

Advanced degree in a relevant discipline

Experience in model-based safety analysis (MBSA)

Familiarity with rotary-wing or military aircraft systems

Background as a military aviator, aircraft technician, or similar aviation-related experienceWhy You’ll Love Working Here

This is a rare opportunity to combine technical challenge, mission impact, and work-life balance in a single role. Here’s what makes this position stand out:

Remote Authorized – Work where you're most effective, with a brief on-site start

Flexible 9x80 Schedule – Enjoy every other Friday off

High-Impact Program – Contribute to a nationally strategic aviation platform

Collaborative Culture – Be part of a team that values innovation, integrity, and continuous improvement

Competitive Compensation – Earn up to 95/hour based on experienceTake the Next Step in Your Career

Your expertise in system safety can make a real difference. If you're ready to work on leading-edge defense technology in a role that challenges and inspires—we want to hear from you.

Pay Details: 65.00 to 95.00 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

To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to

The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:

The California Fair Chance Act

Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance

Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Company Description

Since 1977, the PDS family of companies has become among the largest and most respected staffing companies in the United States. A vital part of the PDS family, PDS Tech Commercial connects highly skilled employees with Fortune 500 clients’ needs for project support such as contingent labor, statement of work/offload engineering projects, and permanent placements.

PDS Tech Commercial has staffing partnerships with leading organizations based in the United States and globally. We hire jobseekers daily for openings across skill categories, including Engineering, IT, Business Professional, Administrative, Accounting/Finance, Skilled Trades and Industrial.

We offer eligible associates an ala carte benefits package, that can include direct deposit, free career counseling, 401(k), select paid holidays, short-term disability insurance, skills training, employee referral bonuses, and an affordable medical coverage plan.

Now part of The Adecco Group, our shared synergies combined with the investment Adecco continues to make in PDS offers significant advantages to both clients and associates alike. We share Adecco’s dedication to unlocking our Associates’ potential by unleashing the Future@Work and to the importance of human and labor rights, diversity and inclusion, environmental responsibility, and more.

Full-time

Hybrid remote