System Safety Engineer

System Safety EngineerShape the future of defense with MANTECH! Join a team dedicated to safeguarding our nation through advanced tech and innovative solutions. Since 1968, we've been a trusted partner to the Department of Defense, delivering cutting-edge projects that make a real impact.

Dive into exciting opportunities in Cybersecurity, IT, Data Analytics and more. Propel your career forward and be part of something extraordinary. Your journey starts now—protect and innovate with MANTECH!MANTECH seeks a motivated and detail-oriented System Safety Engineer to join our team in El Segundo, CA or Cape Canaveral Space Force Station, FL.The System Safety Engineer will help protect our national security while supporting the USSF Space Systems Command (SSC) Space Access Directorate at Los Angeles Air Force Base or Cape Canaveral Space Force Station.

This role is critical to National Security Space (NSS) launch system acquisition and operations, ensuring that mission-critical systems meet all safety and environmental requirements.You will serve as a technical expert, coordinating system safety, range safety and space/orbital safety products and providing essential oversight to identify, assess, and mitigate hazards across the launch lifecycle.Responsibilities include but are not limited to:Evaluating and updating System Safety documentation, including System Safety Management Plans (SSMP) and Programmatic Environmental Safety and Health Evaluations (PESHE), to ensure compliance with DoD and Air Force requirementsDrafting and coordinating orbital safety products for all NSS launches, including Space Debris Assessment Reports (SDARs) and Orbital Debris Mitigation Standard Practices (ODMSP) documentationProviding acquisition support by drafting and assessing safety-related content in Performance Work Statements, Contract Data Requirements List (CDRL) items, and System Performance Requirements DocumentsAssisting the Debris Characterization (DC) project manager with the coordination of airborne assets to collect data for root cause determination in the event of a catastrophic mishapPerforming general system safety tasks, including the interpretation of requirements, assessment of contractor safety submittals, and the development of technical summary reports for customer presentationInterfacing with technical representatives from Range Safety, FFRDC (The Aerospace Corporation), Launch Service Providers, and other Government agencies to ensure mission alignmentConducting Day-of-Launch Mishap Control Center (MCC) operations, including the preparation of documentation, checklists, and real-time operational supportMinimum Qualifications:Bachelor's degree in a STEM field (relevant military or industry experience may be considered in lieu of degree)7+ years of STEM experience in relevant fields, with at least 3 years of NSSL, Launch/Range, DoD, NASA, or industry equivalent systems safety experienceProven experience interfacing with computer-based database and schedule toolsPreferred Qualifications:Experience with DoD and Air Force system safety documents such as AFI 91-202, MIL-STD-882E, and AFSPCMAN 91-710Working knowledge of range safety requirements for Space Launch Delta 45 and 30, including Space Vehicle System Safety design and the SSC/AATS Safety Review processExperience with Environmental Compliance/NEPA, Orbital Debris Mitigation Standard Practices, and Nuclear or radiation safetyDemonstrated proficiency in utilizing JIRA and Confluence for project management and documentationExcellent written and oral communication skills with the ability to present information effectively in virtual and in-person environmentsClearance Requirements:Active Secret Clearance requiredPhysical Requirements:Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50%.Needs to occasionally move about inside the office to access file cabinets, office machinery, etc.Constantly operates a computer and other office productivity machinery, such as a calculator, copy machine, and computer printer.Frequently communicates with co-workers, management, and customers, which may involve delivering presentations. Must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations.MANTECH considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to disability or veteran status or any other status protected under any federal, state, or local law or regulation. If you need a reasonable accommodation to apply for a position with MANTECH, please email us at and provide your name and contact information.