Principal Product Safety Engineer

JR United Kingdom; Winsford; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Principal Product Safety Engineer to join their dynamic team. In this pivotal role, you will lead the development of functional safety cases while managing a small team. Your expertise in complex safety analysis will be crucial in ensuring the safety of submarine systems. This position offers a unique opportunity to influence submarine operations and engage with a variety of stakeholders. With a commitment to diversity and inclusion, this company provides a supportive environment where your contributions will make a significant impact.

Benefits

Competitive pension scheme

Enhanced annual leave allowance

Company-contributed Share Incentive Plan

Flexible working

Employee assistance programme

Cycle2Work scheme

Employee discounts

Annual incentive eligibility

Qualifications

• Experience in leading a small team and delivering functional Safety Cases.
• Strong background in complex safety analysis and justification.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team in developing a functional Safety Case and managing production schedules.
• Conduct complex safety analysis using Fault Tree and Event Tree Analysis.

Skills

Functional Safety Engineering

Safety Analysis

Team Leadership

Complex Control Systems

Stakeholder Liaison

Education

STEM Degree

Job description

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Job Title:

Principal Product Safety Engineer

Location:

Frimley, Filton, Broadoak, Brough, Manchester, Weymouth, or Barrow-In-Furness – We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements – please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role.

What you’ll be doing:

• Leading a small team developing a functional Safety Case
• Managing the production of a functional Safety Case to a defined schedule, reporting to a Safety Engineering Manager
• Undertaking complex safety analysis using techniques such as Fault Tree Analysis and Event Tree Analysis
• Producing written functional safety justifications
• Liaising with a wide range of stakeholders both external and internal to the business, typically System Engineers, Human Factors Subject Matter Experts (SMEs), etc.

Your skills and experiences:

• STEM Degree or relevant experience
• Experience in leading a small team
• Experience in delivering functional Safety Cases
• Experience in complex safety analysis and justification
• Experience related to Vehicle Control and Complex Control Systems

You’ll receive benefits including a competitive pension scheme, enhanced annual leave allowance, and a Company-contributed Share Incentive Plan. Additional benefits include flexible working, an employee assistance programme, Cycle2Work scheme, and employee discounts. You may also be eligible for an annual incentive.

The Product Safety team:

If you are interested in understanding submarine operations and how the Royal Navy manages submarines, then this role is for you. As a Product Safety Engineer, you will assist System Engineers in influencing submarine systems and capability development. You will develop an understanding of submarine systems and ensure that system interactions consider Product Safety appropriately.

The role offers involvement in all aspects of safety management and safety case delivery, including safety requirements management, hazard identification and analysis, hazard data management, application of the ALARP principle, creation and maintenance of safety documentation, and continuous improvement of the safety management system. Relocation support packages are available across all submarine roles, subject to eligibility.

Why BAE Systems?

This is a place to make a real difference. We value diversity, reward integrity and merit, and empower you to fulfill your potential. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds, especially underrepresented groups, including women, ethnic minorities, people with disabilities, and LGBTQ+ individuals. If you have a disability or health condition that may affect your performance in assessments, please discuss reasonable adjustments with your recruiter.

Please note that many roles are subject to security and export control restrictions, which may limit your eligibility based on nationality or residency. All applicants must meet the Baseline Personnel Security Standard, and some roles require higher security vetting, which may necessitate 5 to 10 years of UK residency.

Closing Date:

1st May 2025

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if sufficient applications are received. We recommend submitting your application early.