Functional Safety Engineer

5+ years of progressive experience in explosives safety engineering, process safety, or a related role within a manufacturing, R&D, or test environment involving energetic materials.

Demonstrated expertise in conducting explosives safety audits, inspections, hazard classifications, and quantity distance (QD) assessments.

Proven experience in obtaining and managing federal, state, and local licenses, permits, and approvals for energetic materials facilities and operations.

Extensive experience with process hazard analysis (PHA), quantitative risk assessment (QRA), root cause analysis for energetic incidents, and robust hazard communication practices.

Familiarity with ISO 45001 and/or other relevant safety management systems.

At Anduril, we invest in our people.

to lead and implement comprehensive safety programs specifically tailored for the design, development, manufacturing, testing, and handling of energetic materials and systems.

This critical role will leverage an engineering background and deep expertise in explosives and energetics safety to ensure rigorous compliance with all applicable EHS, DoD, federal, and industry standards, safeguarding personnel, property, and mission success.

Lead and manage the acquisition and maintenance of licenses, permits, and authorizations related to energetic materials (e.g., ATF, DoD, state fire marshal).

Establish and maintain adherence to waste management protocols for hazardous and energetic waste, ensuring compliant disposal and demilitarization processes.

Develop, implement, and maintain comprehensive explosives safety plans, operating procedures, safety cases, hazard classifications, and quantity distance (QD) calculations for facilities, operations, and test activities.

Conduct and document regular and specialized explosives safety inspections, audits, and compliance assessments of facilities, equipment, and operations.