Product Safety Engineer

ZipRecruiter; Lancaster; Hybrid; GBP 48,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Product Safety Engineer to ensure the safety of radar products on the Typhoon platform. This role involves supporting safety issues, reviewing documentation, and conducting risk assessments. The ideal candidate will have a degree in a STEM subject and experience in product safety engineering.

Benefits

Competitive pension scheme

Employee share plans

Flexible discounted health benefits

Green car scheme

Private health plans

Shopping discounts

Annual incentive eligibility

Qualifications

• Experience in product safety engineering (fault tree analysis, safety cases, hazard analysis).
• A degree in a STEM subject or equivalent relevant experience.
• Knowledge of Systems Engineering.

Responsibilities

• Support the resolution of Safety related issues on Typhoon Radar.
• Review Safety assessment and evidence in clearance documentation.
• Generate Safety arguments to maintain the safety of the aircraft.

Skills

Product safety engineering

Fault tree analysis

Hazard analysis

Knowledge of Systems Engineering

Education

Degree in a STEM subject

Job description

Job Description

Job Title: Product Safety Engineer

Location: Warton

We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements – please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role.

Salary: £47,683 dependent on skills and experience

What you’ll be doing:

1. You will support the resolution of Safety related issues on Typhoon Radar.
2. This role will require you to review Safety assessment and evidence in clearance documentation from radar supplier in support of clearance activities.
3. Ensure you assess supplier deviations related to safety.
4. You will generate Safety arguments to maintain the safety of the aircraft.
5. Addressing any Certification queries or concerns raised both internally and by Eurofighter and NETMA Nations.
6. You will be involved in in-service risk assessments and in-service instructions relating to the radar to maintain the continued airworthiness of the in-service aircraft fleet.

Your skills and experiences:

Essential:

• Experience in product safety engineering (fault tree analysis, safety cases, hazard analysis).
• A degree in a STEM subject or equivalent relevant experience (preferably with Safety or Systems Engineering focus).
• Knowledge of Systems Engineering.

Desirable:

• Experience of Typhoon / aircraft safety.
• Experience of working with suppliers.

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 Radar EDR team:

The Radar Safety Team is part of the broader EDR (Engineering Development & Radar) team and is made up of 3 to 5 engineers. The team is responsible for ensuring that radar products are safe to operate on the Typhoon platform—both at initial delivery and throughout the product’s lifecycle. As a member of this close-knit team, you’ll work alongside experienced professionals who will support your transition into the role.

You’ll have access to company product safety training and opportunities to deepen your knowledge of the Typhoon platform and its radar systems.

The role involves cross-functional collaboration, helping to ensure integration and alignment across departments so that all stakeholders understand the radar’s functionality. The team maintains strong connections across the wider business and interacts with external suppliers and partners.

This is a dynamic environment where no two days are the same. You’ll benefit from a supportive team with extensive experience to help you grow into the role.

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, rewards merit, and empowers you to fulfill your potential. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds, especially those currently underrepresented in our industry, including women, minorities, people with disabilities, and individuals.

We aim to make our recruitment processes as inclusive as possible. If you have a condition (e.g., dyslexia, autism, anxiety disorder) that may affect your performance in assessments, please discuss reasonable adjustments with your recruiter.

Many roles are subject to security and export control restrictions, which may limit your eligibility based on factors like your nationality, previous roles, or place of birth. All applicants must meet the Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Higher security vetting levels may require 5 to 10 years of continuous residence in the UK.

Closing Date: 27th May 2025

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications. Please apply early if interested.