Senior Systems Safety Engineer

About magniX: Based in the beautiful Pacific Northwest, magniX is a pioneer in electric propulsion and battery technology for the aerospace industry. We're working to revolutionize how the world connects by transforming the way aircraft are powered. magniX has been at the leading edge of electric propulsion innovation for almost 20 years, and has successfully demonstrated our technology in flight. We are now on the path to take our proven technology and innovative products to market. Join us to be part of a passionate team that is ushering in a new era of aviation.

About the role:

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Systems Safety Engineer to join our team. As a key member of our Certification and Airworthiness department, you will be responsible for ensuring the safety of our magniX products throughout their lifecycle. Your expertise will play a crucial role in guiding the design, development, testing, and deployment phases, ensuring compliance with safety standards and regulations.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Generate and review safety assessments and analyses at the aircraft, system, and equipment levels.
• Oversee and allocate the System Safety teams resources to support company objectives and priorities.
• Develop and implement system safety programs and plans for magniX products.
• Lead the ARP4761 and ARP4754 process implementation for systems safety.
• Identify and review safety requirements and specifications for system components and subsystems.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate safety considerations into design and operational processes.
• Establish safety verification and validation criteria and support testing and evaluation activities.
• Lead systems safety activities for experimental flights.
• Prepare and present safety reports and documentation for internal reviews and regulatory compliance.
• Stay current with industry trends, regulations, and best practices related to system safety engineering.
• Foster effective communication, and collaboration with senior leaders across the company

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related field; advanced degree preferred.
• 7+ years' experience in system safety engineering within the aerospace, automotive, or electric propulsion industries.

Preferred Qualifications:

• In-depth knowledge of safety standards and regulations including ARP 4761, MIL-STD-882 & ARP4754.
• Experience with safety analysis tools and methodologies (Fault Tree Analysis, FMEA, etc.).
• Strong understanding of electric propulsion systems, battery technology, and associated safety considerations.

Location: Applicants must be willing and able to commute to magniX's location in Everett, Washington.

Compensation & Benefits

• 100% company-paid premiums for medical, dental, and vision insurance (for employees & dependents).
• 4 weeks paid vacation + 1-week annual end-of-year shutdown, sick time, and 11 paid holidays.
• 401K retirement plan with industry leading 9.5% company contribution.
• Company paid Life insurance, AD&D, Short-Term and Long-Term disability insurance
• Catered lunches and quarterly company fun-day events!

Salary Range: $145k-$205k

E-Verify: magniX utilizes E-Verify for employment eligibility verification

Pre-employment Screenings: Employment with magniX is contingent upon satisfactory completion of pre-employment requirements including a background screen.

Export Control Compliance: This position may require access to export-controlled data. To meet export control compliance requirements, candidates must be a "U.S. Person" (U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents, refugees, or asylees), or an appropriate export authorization by the U.S. Government may be required prior to such access. Employment, and the continuity of employment of non-U.S. persons, is contingent upon the company's ability to secure and maintain the necessary export control authorization.

EHS/Environmental Requirements: This job operates in a manufacturing and testing environment. While performing the duties of this job, the employee routinely is required to use hands to keyboard, communicate, listen to, and interpret instructions and remain stationary for extended periods of time. This would require the ability to move around the facility and occasionally move/lift items weighing up to 25 lbs. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. Applicants are invited to apply for a reasonable accommodation to perform the essential duties of the job.

Required PPE (Personal Protective Equipment): Required PPE provided by magniX based on the employee's position and exposure. Below are typical PPE used on the manufacturing and testing floor:

• Ear Plugs - Earmuffs
• Safety shoes
• Safety Glasses - Safety Goggles

Diversity and Inclusion: magniX is an equal opportunity employer. We value and embrace diversity. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, age, or disability status.