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Senior Systems Engineer, Safety and Reliability

Salient Motion
Location
Torrance, CA
Posted
1 month ago
Department
Engineering
Salary
$160,000-$175,000
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • Bachelor's degree in Systems Engineering, Aerospace, Electrical, or Mechanical Engineering
  • 5+ years of systems engineering experience
  • At least 3 years focused on safety and/or reliability analysis
  • Demonstrated working knowledge of SAE ARP4754B and SAE ARP4761A or equivalent frameworks
  • Proficiency in MTBF analysis and reliability prediction
  • Strong written communication skills for certification-quality documentation
Nice to have
  • Experience with FAA Part 25 or Part 23 certification programs
  • Familiarity with DO-160G, DO-178C, and/or DO-254
  • Background in adjacent industries such as defense, medical devices, or automotive functional safety
  • Prior experience at a small or scaling aerospace company
What the job really is

As a Senior Systems Engineer focused on safety and reliability, you will manage safety and reliability deliverables throughout the product lifecycle, including requirements, architecture, analysis, testing, and certification. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams on FAA certification programs, lead safety analyses, and develop reliability models while ensuring compliance with industry standards.

Benefits
  • Competitive compensation + equity
  • Exceptional healthcare benefits, Medical is 100% covered by the company
  • Flexible PTO
  • 401K
Things to weigh
  • Salary range provided is relatively high, indicating a competitive market
  • The role involves significant responsibility and ownership of deliverables
  • The company is described as fast-moving and well-funded, which may imply a dynamic work environment
  • No specific mention of remote work options or work-life balance
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