Software Safety Engineer III

Textron Systems
Wilmington, MA

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Software Safety Engineer III

Description

Who We Are

Textron Systems is part of Textron, a $14 billion, multi-industry company employing 35,000 talented makers, thinkers, creators and doers worldwide. We make things that fly, hover, zoom and launch. Things that move people. Protect soldiers. Power industries. We serve customers in industries spanning aerospace and defense, specialized vehicles, turf care and fuel systems.This role is in Textron System's Weapon Systems

business area. Visit TextronSystems.com & Lycoming.com to read more about who we are a About This Role

We believe people should love what they do - in this role, you will be responsible for:

  • Working as part of a multidisciplined team during the development phase of complex systems that require critical safety controls
  • Executing system safety and embedded software safety programs including analyzing explosive, mechanical, electrical, and software systems for hazards
  • Developing system safety architectures and oversight of implementation and verification of hazard mitigations at both system and subsystem levels while assuring compliance with other key system performance requirements

and the products we make!

Qualifications

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, Computer Engineering or other relevant engineering disciplines and 4 years of relevant industry experienceDemonstrated ability to understand software and data interfaces to assess potential failure modes that could lead to a hazardDemonstrated experience (or interest in specializing/learning system safety) in the following areas is a plus:

MIL-STD-882E System SafetyDO-178/254 Software/Hardware development guidelinesJoint Software Systems Safety Engineering Handbook (JSSSHB)Perform hazard analyses on electrical, and embedded software systemsAOP-52 Software Safety Design and Assessment of Munition-Related Computing SystemsMIL-STD-1472Demonstrated ability to manage and execute software safety assurance activities and processes with the above standardsDemonstrated ability to understand mechanical and electrical drawingsDemonstrated ability to understand electrical schematics and wiring diagrams and understand circuit and interface failure modes that could lead to a hazardDemonstrated ability to create injected fault data into digital systemsThis role is not application SW safety nor IT system safety.Active Secret clearance preferred; Secret eligibility required How We Care

At Textron Systems, our talented people make us successful. We promote an inclusive environment where we value individuality, differences, and unique perspectives.

Our Company is committed to offering employees opportunities to grow and develop. Our benefits and compensation packages are designed to help our talented employees excel and achieve their goals, so they can make a difference every day in and outside of the workplace. Below are just a few examples!

  • Flexible Work Schedules
  • Education Assistance
  • Career Development & Training Opportunities
  • Wellness Program (including Fitness Reimbursement)

- Medical, Dental, Vision & 401(K) with Company Funding- Paid Parental Leave Are you a Military Veteran?

Textron's products and services are trusted everyday by those who protect our country. We are dedicated to hiring these Veterans and aim to translate their skills to make an impact on our Company.

EEO Statement

Textron is committed to providing Equal Opportunity in Employment, to all applicants and employees regardless of race, color, religion, age, national origin, military status, veteran status, disability, sex (including pregnancy and sexual orientation), genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law.

Recruiting Company: Textron Systems

Primary Location: US-Massachusetts-Wilmington

Job Function: Engineering

Schedule: Full-time

Job Level: Individual Contributor

Job Type: Experienced

Shift: First Shift

Job Posting: 05/27/2025, 8:03:20 AM

Job Number: 332773

Posted 2026-04-21

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