Safety Engineer

As a Safety Engineer at Spektrum, you'll be tasked with conducting independent safety audits and validating safety assessments for various NATO projects. This includes confirming compliance with international safety standards such as IEC 61508 and MIL-STD 882, reviewing software safety assessments, and ensuring that safety objectives are clearly defined and testable. Your role will involve collaboration with project managers and engineers to enhance safety measures and address any corrective actions.

To qualify for the Safety Engineer position at Spektrum, candidates should have a Master’s degree in a related discipline with at least 5 years of relevant experience, or a Bachelor's degree and 8 years of experience. Relevant professional certifications in Functional Safety, Health & Safety, and knowledge of NATO standards and policies are highly desirable. Furthermore, practical experience in system and software safety within large-scale systems is essential.

Essential skills for a Safety Engineer at Spektrum include strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, in-depth knowledge of Safety Engineering theories and standards, and practical experience in system architecture or software development. Familiarity with risk management principles, testing methodologies, and a thorough understanding of occupational hazards are also crucial in ensuring the safety of projects.

The Safety Engineer plays a crucial role in ensuring that NATO projects meet legal safety requirements throughout their life cycle. By conducting independent safety audits and validating assessments, you help guarantee that systems are safely designed and implemented. This contribution is vital for enabling NATO's mission of secure communications and effective operational capabilities.

Yes, the Safety Engineer position at Spektrum is remote, offering professionals the flexibility to work from anywhere while contributing to important NATO projects. This setup allows for collaboration with a diverse team of experts while maintaining a work-life balance. Some travel may be required to NATO sites as needed.

When answering this question, focus on specific projects where you contributed to safety assessments. Highlight your familiarity with safety standards such as IEC 61508, MIL-STD 882, or any relevant frameworks you've worked with. Discuss the tools and methodologies you utilized and the outcomes of your assessments to demonstrate your expertise.

Discuss the systematic approach you take to ensure compliance, such as regular audits, detailed documentation, and collaboration with project teams. Emphasize the importance of continuous improvement and staying updated on evolving standards to maintain high safety levels throughout the project lifecycle.

In your response, recount a specific situation where you faced challenges during a safety audit. Talk about the obstacles you encountered and the strategic steps you took to overcome them. Highlight the final outcomes and any improvements that were implemented based on your recommendations.

Explain the methodologies you employ for conducting functional failure analysis, such as Fault Tree Analysis or Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA). Detail how these methods help identify potential risks and how you address them within system safety assessments.

Mention resources you utilize to stay informed about industry changes, such as conferences, journals, and professional networks. Roll in details about any certifications or training you pursue to enhance your knowledge and skills in safety engineering.

Outline your systematic approach to reviewing safety documents, including your focus on verifying compliance with standards, clarity of objectives, and thoroughness of test plans. Share examples of the feedback or recommendations you've made in previous roles.

It’s important to illustrate your validation process. Discuss how you collaborate with engineering teams to ensure that safety requirements are defined in a manner that is clear, testable, and adequately represented throughout the project lifecycle.

Choose a project where your safety case significantly contributed to project success. Highlight your role in developing it, the standards used, the challenges faced, and how you effectively communicated the safety case to stakeholders to gain approval.

Talk about your experience in maintaining open lines of communication with various stakeholders, including engineers and project managers. Emphasize your skills in conveying technical information accurately and upholding transparency throughout the safety assessment process.

When answering this question, outline critical factors such as compliance with established standards, thoroughness of the processes being audited, project safety objectives, and any industry-specific risks. Be sure to mention how you ensure an objective and unbiased perspective during audits.