Principal Safety Engineer

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We are looking for a Principal Safety Engineer. This is your chance to join a leading IT consultancy, specialising in supporting the Defence and Aerospace sectors.

This role offers the chance to work on next-generation solutions for both the UK and US governments, with competitive benefits like hybrid working, generous pension contributions, and private medical insurance. If you’re passionate about safety and systems engineering, this is the perfect opportunity to grow within a forward-thinking company. Apply now!

What You Will Bring To The Table

• Conducting safety analysis activities such as Hazard and Operability Studies (HAZOPs)
• Developing safety requirements for the system to ensure alignment with the customer’s safety objectives
• Collaborating within cross-functional teams to uphold NG’s reputation by delivering high-quality, well-justified outputs

Skills & Experience We're Looking For

• Demonstrated expertise in delivering and communicating Systems Safety within the UK Defence sector, with a degree, HND, or HNC in Engineering, Safety Management, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience in Systems Safety Engineering.
• Strong experience with EC 61508 and Def Stan 00-056.
• Hands-on experience with safety/reliability analysis methods, including hazard identification, FMECA, FTA, and Functional Failure Analysis.

What’s In It For You?

• Location: London (Hybrid)
• Work type: Permanent
• Hybrid working, pension contribution, 25 days annual leave, private medical insurance, dental insurance, critical illness cover, discretionary bonus up to 15%.

For further information on this Principal Safety Engineer role apply below

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

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Seniority level

Not Applicable

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Information Technology, Engineering, and Other

Industries

Defense and Space Manufacturing and Technology, Information and Media