Product Safety Engineer

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

Job summary

A leading company in the defense sector is seeking a Product Safety Engineer to ensure the safety of radar systems on the Typhoon platform. This role involves collaboration with suppliers and cross-functional teams, focusing on safety assessments and risk evaluations. The ideal candidate will have a STEM degree and experience in product safety engineering, working in a dynamic environment with opportunities for growth.

Benefits

Competitive pension scheme

Employee share plans

Flexible health and wellbeing benefits

Green car scheme

Private health plans

Shopping discounts

Eligibility for annual incentive

Qualifications

• Experience in product safety engineering, preferably with a focus on safety or systems engineering.
• Knowledge of systems engineering and experience with suppliers is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Support resolution of safety-related issues on Typhoon Radar.
• Review safety assessments and clearance documentation from radar suppliers.
• Generate safety arguments to maintain aircraft safety.

Skills

Product safety engineering

Fault tree analysis

Hazard analysis

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 assessments and evidence in clearance documentation from radar suppliers 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. Address 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.

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 offers employee share plans, 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, comprising 3 to 5 engineers. The team ensures that radar products are safe to operate on the Typhoon platform—both at initial delivery and throughout the product’s in-service lifecycle. As a team member, 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 to ensure integration and alignment across departments, with all stakeholders understanding the radar’s functionality. The team maintains strong connections within the wider business and interacts regularly 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 thought, rewards integrity and merit, and empowers you to fulfill your potential. We welcome people from all backgrounds and 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 performance in certain assessments, please speak to your recruiter about reasonable adjustments.

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 for certain roles.

All applicants must meet the Baseline Personnel Security Standard at minimum. Many roles require higher security vetting, typically involving 5 to 10 years of continuous residence in the UK, depending on the vetting level.

Closing Date: 27th May 2025. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if sufficient applications are received.

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