Principal Product Safety Engineer

ZipRecruiter; Yeovil; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the defense sector is seeking a Principal Engineer for Product Safety. This role involves leading a team in developing functional Safety Cases and conducting complex safety analyses. The position offers hybrid working arrangements and a range of benefits including competitive pension schemes and health plans. Ideal candidates will have a STEM degree and experience in safety analysis and team leadership.

Benefits

Competitive pension scheme

Employee share plans

Flexible discounted health benefits

Private health plans

Shopping discounts

Annual incentive eligibility

Qualifications

• Experience in delivering functional Safety Cases.
• Leading a small team.

Responsibilities

• Leading a small team developing a functional Safety Case.
• Managing production of a functional Safety Case.
• Undertaking complex safety analysis.

Skills

Leadership

Safety Analysis

Education

STEM Degree

Job description

Job Description

Job Title: Principal Engineer – Product Safety

Location: 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.

Salary: Competitive

What you’ll be doing:

• Responsible for 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:

Essential:

• STEM Degree or relevant experience
• Experience with leading a small team
• Experience in delivering functional Safety Cases

Desirable:

• Previous submarine experience, particularly Vehicle Control
• Knowledge of complex control systems

Benefits:

As well as a competitive pension scheme, BAE Systems also offers employee share plans, an extensive range of flexible discounted health, wellbeing, and lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme, private health plans, and shopping discounts. You may also be eligible for an annual incentive.

The Product Safety Team:

The team is founded on honesty and trust, fostering a great working environment that supports personal growth and career progression. We offer relocation support packages across all Submarines roles, subject to meeting eligibility criteria.

Why BAE Systems?

This is a place where you can make a real difference. You’ll be part of an inclusive culture that values integrity and merit, and where you’re empowered to fulfill your potential. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds, especially from underrepresented communities, including women, minorities, people with disabilities, and + individuals. We aim to make our recruitment processes as inclusive as possible. If you have a health condition (e.g., dyslexia, autism, anxiety disorder) that may affect your assessment, please discuss potential reasonable adjustments with your recruiter.

Please note that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to security and export control restrictions. Factors such as your nationality, previous nationalities, and place of birth can influence your eligibility. All applicants must meet at least the Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Higher security vetting levels may require 5 to 10 years of continuous residence in the UK, depending on the role.

Closing Date: 23rd May 2025

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications. To ensure consideration, please submit your application promptly.

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