Senior Air Safety Consultant

JR United Kingdom; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy in the Aerospace, Defence, and Security sectors is seeking a Senior Air Safety Consultant. The role involves leading air system certification projects, ensuring compliance, and collaborating with clients. The position offers a competitive salary and benefits, including hybrid working and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Pension: Employee contributions up to 10%

Work on critical defence and aviation programmes

Potential to obtain SC level clearance

Qualifications

• Experience in aviation or defence certification and airworthiness solutions.
• Strong report writing and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead air system certification projects and assess design compliance.
• Deliver safety and certification artefacts.

Skills

Aviation Certification

Airworthiness Solutions

Report Writing

Communication

Safety Assessments

Client Relationship Management

Tools

ASPIRE

AET Process 08

MAA Regulatory Publications

MACP

Def Stan 00-970

CS

FARs

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Senior Air Safety Consultant, United Kingdom

Job Details:

• Salary: Up to £65,000 + benefits
• Location: 2–3 days a week on-site in Bristol, London, Manchester, Reading or Glasgow
• Sector: Aerospace, Defence, and Security

About the Client:

Our client is a market-leading consultancy delivering cutting-edge services across the Aerospace, Defence, and Security sectors. They support national infrastructure and defence programmes across the UK, focusing on aviation certification, airworthiness, and safety. Due to growth, they seek a Certification Consultant for high-profile military aviation projects.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary up to £65,000
• Hybrid working: 2–3 days on-site
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• Pension: Employee contributions up to 10%
• Work on critical defence and aviation programmes
• Potential to obtain SC level clearance

Role Responsibilities:

Lead and contribute to air system certification projects, assess design compliance, deliver safety and certification artefacts, and collaborate with clients on engineering challenges. Support strategic direction, business development, and thought leadership in certification management.

Essential Skills:

• Experience in aviation or defence certification and airworthiness solutions
• Knowledge of ASPIRE, AET Process 08, MAA Regulatory Publications, and MACP
• Familiarity with airworthiness codes such as Def Stan 00-970, CS, or FARs
• Strong report writing and communication skills
• Experience developing Safety Assessments, Certification Plans, or Airworthiness Strategies
• Ability to manage technical assurance and client relationships

Application Process:

Please apply through this advert or email [emailprotected]. For more information, call 0203 854 0120. By applying, you consent to the processing of your application for this role.