Safety Engineer 100%

About the Role

Imagine shaping the future of autonomous aviation by ensuring that advanced flight systems are not only groundbreaking but also safe, reliable, and ready for real-world operations. In this impactful position, you will evaluate and enhance the safety of next-generation defense technologies, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to meet the highest standards of reliability and compliance. This is a unique opportunity to work at the crossroads of aerospace, artificial intelligence, and safety-critical engineering, where your expertise will directly contribute to redefining the future of flight.

At Destinus, we are pioneering the future of defense through high-speed, autonomous flight technologies. Our focus on developing next-generation unmanned aerial systems aims to deliver enhanced speed, precision, and efficiency, supporting governmental and defense entities in mission-critical operations across the globe.

Daedalean AG, the AI and autonomy hub of the Destinus Group, is integral to this vision. Our mission involves creating safety-critical AI systems that bridge advanced research and real-world aviation, enabling machines to perceive, understand, and make real-time decisions. Together, we blend aerospace engineering with artificial intelligence to construct the next generation of autonomous flight systems, driving innovation in crucial areas.

What You'll Do

• Lead and document safety assessments for advanced defense systems, ensuring alignment with established safety program plans and industry standards.
• Perform Preliminary Hazard Analysis, Sub-system Hazard Analysis, and System Hazard Analysis to identify risks and drive mitigation strategies early in the development lifecycle.
• Conduct in-depth safety analyses to support safety requirements verification, including Reliability Prediction Analysis (RPA), Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (FMEA), and Fault Tree Analysis (FTA).
• Collaborate closely with system engineering teams to ensure designs remain compliant with applicable safety requirements and standards.
• Contribute to the development of robust, safety-driven engineering practices that support the reliability and certification readiness of autonomous systems.
• Support cross-functional teams in addressing complex engineering challenges where safety and performance must go hand in hand.

What You'll Need

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Aerospace Engineering or a related engineering field.
• 5+ years of experience in performing Systems Safety Assessments in aerospace, defense, or other safety-critical industries.
• Strong understanding of safety methodologies and deliverables, including hazard analyses and reliability assessments.
• Working knowledge of ARP4761 and related safety documentation and processes.
• Experience with defense systems and standards such as STANAG 4297 and MIL-STD-882E is a strong advantage.
• Hands-on experience with safety analysis tools for RPA, FMEA, and FTA.
• Familiarity with Isograph Reliability Workbench software is a plus.
• Strong analytical thinking and the capacity to translate complex technical challenges into practical safety solutions.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to collaborate across multidisciplinary engineering teams.

Who You Are

You thrive in fast-paced, technical environments where precision and innovation intertwine. Curious and detail-oriented, you proactively identify risks and take ownership of challenges while collaborating across teams to design smarter, safer systems. You combine technical depth with practical thinking and are energized by technologies that push the boundaries of autonomy and aerospace innovation.