2027 Associate Hazards Analyst Engineer/ Hazard Analyst Engineer with Security Clearance
The Associate Hazards Analyst Engineer role at Confidential Client involves performing complex hazards and process safety analyses for energetic and hazardous materials to identify risks and establish safeguards. The engineer collaborates with multidisciplinary teams to apply physics-based risk mitigation strategies, prepare safety documentation, and support regulatory compliance, contributing to the safe development and production of critical defense systems. This position requires strong technical communication skills and the ability to work independently in a dynamic, safety-critical environment.
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What You’ll Do
Confidential Client is seeking an Associate Hazards Analyst (entry) or Hazard Analyst Engineer to join their Hazards Analysis team supporting operations in Utah. You will apply engineering judgment and a physics-based approach to identify hazards, quantify risk, and define safeguards for processes and products that involve energetic, combustible, or flammable materials.
- Perform hazards analysis studies for processes and products involving propellants, energetic materials, combustible and flammable ingredients.
- Apply physics-based methods to identify ignition sources, failure modes, and mitigation measures.
- Prepare and support Quantity/Distance (Q/D) analyses, concept/design/process hazards analyses (PHA), and technical analyses responding to contract data requirements.
- Produce end-item safety analyses, safety assessment reports, ground-operations and support hazards analyses, and engineering change proposal reviews.
- Provide technical justification for safety waivers, regulatory interpretations, deviations, and explosives hazard classifications.
- Coordinate and consult with Safety, Process, Tooling, Design engineers, and Operations to complete analysis efforts.
- Present and defend analysis findings in design reviews and to leadership and customers.
- Develop and apply working knowledge of MIL-STD-882, DoD 4145.26M, DoD 6055.9, OSHA, and NFPA standards.
Qualifications
Basic Qualifications — Associate Engineer (Entry Level)
- Bachelor’s degree (completed or near completion) in Chemical, Mechanical, Materials Science, Physics, Civil/Structural engineering or related technical field.
- U.S. citizenship required to obtain U.S. Government security clearance.
- Ability to obtain Special Access Program eligibility within a reasonable period.
Basic Qualifications — Engineer (Master’s level)
- Master’s degree (completed or near completion) in Chemical, Mechanical, Materials Science, Physics, Civil/Structural engineering or related technical field.
- U.S. citizenship required to obtain U.S. Government security clearance.
- Ability to obtain Special Access Program eligibility within a reasonable period.
Preferred
- Cumulative GPA of 3.00/4.0 or higher.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills; able to prepare and deliver clear technical briefings.
- Demonstrated problem-solving, multitasking, and attention-to-detail in ambiguous environments.
Compensation & Benefits
- Primary level salary range (Associate): $59,900 — $89,900 per year (guideline).
- Secondary level salary range (Engineer): $72,100 — $108,100 per year (guideline).
- Additional pay considerations may include overtime, shift differential, and discretionary or annual bonuses depending on role and level.
- Benefits typically include health insurance, life and disability insurance, retirement/savings plan, company-paid holidays, and paid time off (PTO). Long-term incentives may apply for senior roles.
Note: The above ranges are provided by the Confidential Client as general guidelines. Final offers consider experience, education, skills, market factors, and role responsibilities.
Location & Travel
- Primary location: Magna, UT (role supports Confidential Client facilities in Utah; candidates should be local or willing to relocate).
- Travel: up to approximately 25% (site visits, design reviews, or testing support).
- Relocation assistance: may be available, depending on the hire and business needs.
Additional Details
- This is a full-time engineering role supporting hazardous materials, test, and production activities.
- Candidates should be prepared to work in a regulated environment and develop expertise with government and industry safety standards.
- U.S. Citizenship is required for positions that require a government security clearance.
Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency
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