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Principal Systems Safety Engineer£75,000 - £95,000.Location: Wimbledon / Kingston / KT1Clearance Required: UK Security Check (SC)UK Citizenship Required, we are unable to consider anybody that does not have a UK Passport
Your Opportunity to Make an ImpactJoin a team working on pioneering projects that leverage cutting-edge technology and innovation for strategically important national defence programmes.
As a senior member of the Systems Safety team, you will play a vital role in delivering complex safety-critical systems and defence standards across multiple platforms. You will undertake safety engineering activities in accordance with safety processes and using guidance from Def Stan 00-056 and IEC61508.
Why Join Us?
- Flexible Working - We offer flexible and hybrid working arrangements, this position will require on site presence at least 2 days per week. Please talk to us about your hybrid working preferences.
- Tailored Benefits Package - Enjoy healthcare, dental, life assurance, and pension, with additional options including critical illness cover and health assessments.
- Recognition & Rewards - Exceptional performance is recognised through our annual incentive programme.
- Career Growth - Opportunities for continuous professional development and career progression.
Your Role:
- Conduct safety analyses such as HAZOPs, FFA, FTA, and FMECA in line with relevant safety standards.
- Develop and define safety requirements to meet customer and system safety targets.
- Present complex safety arguments to stakeholders, influencing critical safety decisions.
- Collaborate within multi-disciplinary teams to produce high-quality outputs.
- Support internal and external safety audits and design reviews.
What You Bring:
- Proven experience in Systems Safety within the UK Defence industry.
- Degree, HND, HNC, or equivalent experience in Engineering or Safety Management.
- Knowledge of safety standards such as IEC 61508 and Def Stan 00-056.
- Experience in safety/reliability analysis techniques (HAZOPs, FTA, FMECA, etc.).
- Understanding of risk assessment tools and ALARP justifications.
Join a Team with a MissionWe are a growing team developing a new capability that brings together Systems Safety and ILS disciplines. Our collaborative approach fosters innovation, cross-disciplinary learning, and knowledge-sharing, benefiting both our team and the clients we support.
Diversity and inclusion are at the core of our success. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds, particularly those from underrepresented communities. We foster a respectful and inclusive workplace where everyone is valued.
If you are ready to contribute to cutting-edge defence projects and drive meaningful change, we would love to hear from you!
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