
This onsite Principal System Safety Engineer role at Raytheon in Aurora, Colorado, serves as a technical expert and project manager for DoD missile safety programs. The position requires an active Top Secret security clearance and involves establishing comprehensive safety programs compliant with MIL-STD-882E, integrating safety tasks into the Integrated Master Schedule, and leading safety working groups. Key responsibilities include analyzing engineering designs for hazards, mentoring junior engineers, and collaborating across multiple engineering disciplines to mitigate risks throughout the product lifecycle. The role appeals to professionals seeking to apply advanced engineering expertise to meaningful national defense missions within a culture that values trust, innovation, and collaboration. Candidates will work directly with program leadership and government authorities to ensure mission safety and security.



