Safety Critical Software Engineer, Cooperidge Consulting Firm, VA, US

Cooperidge Consulting Firm is seeking a Safety Critical Software Engineer - Lead to join a high-impact engineering team. In this role, you will drive the design and delivery of robust, compliant, and reliable safety-critical software systems. The position involves hands-on development, cross-functional coordination, and oversight of rigorous safety artifacts aligned with industry standards.

In this role you will:

• Lead the development of safety-critical software applications, ensuring full lifecycle ownership from concept to deployment.
• Utilize modeling tools (e.g., Simulink or SCADE) for software design and translate models into efficient C/C++ implementations.
• Generate and manage Level of Rigor artifacts to support adherence to safety compliance standards.
• Collaborate closely with systems, testing, and development teams to identify, implement, and validate safety-related features.
• Serve as a technical authority on safety-critical processes, contributing to design reviews and compliance audits
  
  

Requirements

Work Authorization: U.S. Citizens or Permanent Residents Only

Minimum Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in systems safety software engineering or a closely related field.
• Strong background in safety-critical software development and tool-based modeling (Simulink, SCADE).
• Proven ability to produce compliance documentation and artifacts tied to safety certification standards.
• Demonstrated experience coordinating across engineering functions to integrate safety features
  
  

Preferred Experience

• Familiarity with ISO 26262 automotive safety standard.
• Understanding of MIL-STD-882E and its application in safety engineering.
• Experience working within ASIL-D environments and developing solutions that meet high-integrity requirements
  
  

Benefits

• Competitive Compensation - Salary aligned with experience and clearance level, plus performance-based bonuses.
• Health & Wellness - Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance; mental health resources; HSA/FSA options.
• Retirement Planning - 401(k) with company match to help secure your future.
• Paid Time Off - Generous PTO, federal holidays, and sick leave to balance work and life.
• Professional Development - Reimbursement for certifications, conferences, and advanced training.
• Cutting-Edge Work Environment - Access to advanced tools, technologies, and classified projects at the forefront of signal processing research.
• Team Culture - Small, collaborative team setting with direct impact on project outcomes.
• Career Growth - Clear paths for advancement and opportunities to move into leadership or specialized technical roles.
• Security Perks - Roles requiring TS/SCI clearance come with stability and long-term project funding.
• Work-Life Balance - Flexible scheduling options where mission requirements allow