Jovaris Smith

About Jovaris Smith

With over 10 years of combined experience in the Department of Defense, government contracting, and manufacturing sectors, I currently serve as a Systems Safety Engineer at Sumaria Systems. In this role, I focus on enhancing workplace safety by integrating core competencies such as root cause analysis and quality management to support organizational goals in identifying, assessing, and controlling hazards.As a seasoned veteran in the Air National Guard, I have 15 years of experience as a Senior Master Sergeant (SMSgt), operating as a strategic Maintenance Production Scheduler. I have been responsible for scheduling and coordinating maintenance for the KC-135 aircraft fleet, ensuring optimal readiness and mission capability through meticulous planning and adherence to safety protocols. My leadership has facilitated the seamless integration of logistics, resource management, and compliance with technical directives, directly contributing to the success of the warfighter and national defense.My educational, military, and professional experiences have fostered transformative leadership and operational excellence. With a strong foundation in occupational health and safety, my mission is to ensure safe, efficient systems that align with company values and foster a culture of continuous improvement.

Experience

1. Systems Safety Engineer

   Sumaria Systems, LLC

   Sep 2021 — Present

   Develop and implement System Safety Program Plans (SSPPs), Safety Assessment Reports (SARs), and Hazard Analyses (PHAs, FHAs, SHAs, SSHA, O & SHA) in compliance with MIL-STD-882E, ensuring comprehensive identification and mitigation of system hazards.Conduct Explosive Safety Quantity-Distance (ESQD) analyses and radiation safety assessments, optimizing site planning to minimize hazards and comply with safety regulations.Lead qualification testing efforts for hardware and software systems, employing techniques such as Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (FMEA) and Fault Tree Analysis (FTA) to validate safety requirements.Engineer innovative technical solutions to complex safety challenges, demonstrating creativity and technical acumen in system design and analysis.Prepare and present detailed safety risk assessments and mitigation strategies to diverse audiences, including management and cross-functional teams, facilitating informed decision-making.Develop and deliver technical briefings on complex safety subjects, enhancing understanding and promoting safety awareness among stakeholders.Collaborate with MDA Foreign Military Sales (FMS) teams to ensure safety requirements are met while supporting global defense partnerships.Participate in Integrated Product Teams (IPTs) and software system safety working groups, contributing to the development of safe, reliable, and mission-effective defense systems.

Education

• Eastern Kentucky University

  Certification - Occupational Health and Safety Management

  2015 — 2018

• Eastern Kentucky University

  Master of Science - MS, Safety, Security, and Emergency Management

  2015 — 2018

• Jacksonville State University

  Bachelor of Science (BS), Occupational Safety and Health Technology Management

  2007 — 2013

Skills

• Quality System
• Business Process Improvement
• Hazardous Materials
• Root Cause Analysis
• Microsoft Excel
• Process Improvement
• Hazard Recognition
• Iso 9000
• Workplace Safety
• Inspection
• Behavior Based Safety
• Industrial Hygiene
• Hazardous Waste Management
• Quality Management
• Environmental Management Systems
• Industrial Safety
• Quality Auditing
• Ergonomics
• Continuous Improvement
• Hazard Analysis