AV · 4 days ago
Safety Engineer - Directed Energy Systems
Albuquerque, NM
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
5+ years expAeroVironment (AV) is a leading innovator in the development and deployment of cutting-edge technologies in optics and laser systems. They are currently seeking a highly motivated Safety Engineer with a strong background in safety implementation for directed energy technologies to join their team efforts on a ground-based program.
AerospaceAir TransportationDronesElectric VehicleElectronicsEnergyGovernmentManufacturing
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Conducting analyses like Functional Hazard Analysis (FHA), Fault Tree Analysis (FTA), and Preliminary Hazard Analysis (PHA) to identify potential hazards
Assessing risks using both quantitative and qualitative methods to support design choices and recommend controls
Evaluating failure modes, effects, and criticality in analyses
Reviewing and assessing system designs, plans, and specifications for safety compliance
Preparing and delivering safety-related documentation, such as System Safety Hazard Assessments (SSHA) and Safety Assessment Reports (SAR)
Ensuring compliance with Department of Defense (DoD), military, and other applicable safety standards and policies
Reviewing contractor documents and change requests for safety implications
Working with multidisciplinary teams, including design, development, and test engineers
Communicating with stakeholders like government officials and contractors to address safety concerns
Develop and implement testing protocols for lasers, optical or electrical components and systems, ensuring compliance with safety standards and specifications
Coordinate and conduct integration and validation activities across mechanical, optical, electrical, and software domains
Support risk assessments, failure mode analysis, and continuous improvement initiatives
Aptitude in collaborative problem solving to resolve engineering issues on projects
Work closely with cross-functional teams, including hardware, software, and test engineers, to integrate laser and optics-based solutions into larger systems
Support the integration of laser systems with control electronics, power supplies, and mechanical assemblies
Participate in design reviews, documentation, and knowledge-sharing sessions to ensure engineering best practices are followed
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Optics, Physics, Electrical Engineering, or Systems Engineering
Proficiency in systems modeling tools (e.g., MBSE, SysML), test automation, and data analysis
5 years' experience in systems engineering with a focus on directed energy systems
Experience with high-powered directed energy systems and directed energy safety protocols
Ability to obtain and maintain a US security clearance
Preferred
Master's degree in Optics, Physics, Electrical Engineering, or Systems Engineering
8 years directly related experience
Innoslate familiarity is a plus
Experience with directed energy system integration into larger systems
Experience with power and grounding designs and implementation
Experience with EO/IR systems
Strong technical writing skills are applicable to engineering documentation (analysis reports, specifications, requirements documents, etc.)
Familiarity with laser safety standards (ANSI Z136, IEC 60825)
Experience with Military Systems
Experience with Directed Energy Systems
Strong communication skills and ability to work in a collaborative team environment
Current and active DoD Top Secret security clearance
Benefits
Medical
Dental vision
401K with company matching
A 9/80 work schedule
A paid holiday shutdown
Company
At AV, we build shoulder-to-shoulder with our customers, delivering systems shaped by real-world missions, not theoretical requirements.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$1.68B2025-07-01Post Ipo Equity· $875M
2025-07-01Post Ipo Debt· $650M
2023-09-19Post Ipo Equity· $109.01M
Leadership Team
Wahid Nawabi
Chairman, President & CEO
Johnathan Jones
Senior Vice President
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