Reliability, Maintainability and Safety Engineer

IO Associates; Normanton and Altofts; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace engineering firm is seeking a Reliability, Maintainability and Safety Engineer to enhance the performance and safety of cutting-edge aerospace systems. This role demands a strong technical foundation, with at least 2 years of experience in engineering, particularly with electrical and electronic systems. Ideal candidates will possess knowledge of reliability modelling and FMEAs. The position offers structured personal development, flexible working arrangements, and opportunities for career progression across complex engineering domains.

Benefits

9-day fortnight

Ongoing training and certification opportunities

Structured Personal Development Plans

Qualifications

• Engineering degree or equivalent.
• Minimum 2 years' experience in a technical engineering environment.
• Experience working with new electrical/electronic product development.
• Familiarity with FMEAs, FMECAs, reliability modelling and fault tree analysis.
• Understanding of structured risk tools and problem‑solving methods.

Responsibilities

• Perform reliability, maintainability, and safety analyses at both component and system levels.
• Produce reliability predictions, maintainability assessments and detailed FMECA reports.
• Support risk management processes, including DFMEA and programme risk tracking.
• Interpret engineering requirements and recommend design improvements.
• Contribute to system safety assessments aligned to aerospace standards.

Skills

Reliability modelling

Problem-solving methods

Technical engineering environment experience

FMEAs and FMECAs

ALT/HALT/HASS techniques

Education

Engineering degree or equivalent

Tools

RMS software tools

Job description

Reliability, Maintainability and Safety Engineer

Step into a role where Reliability, Maintainability and Safety (RMS) engineering sits at the heart of shaping the next generation of aerospace systems.

Find out exactly what skills, experience, and qualifications you will need to succeed in this role before applying below.

Join a globally respected engineering organisation with a long-standing heritage of innovation, supporting advanced aircraft programmes that demand exceptional performance, precision and safety.

This is a rare opportunity to influence high-reliability, mission-critical technologies used across a diverse range of aerospace platforms.

If you're passionate about designing systems that perform flawlessly in the real world, and ensuring they meet the highest standards of safety and reliability, this role places you at the forefront of that mission.

They believe great engineering thrives when people feel supported.

Many teams benefit from a 9-day fortnight and agile working arrangements (subject to agreement), giving you greater flexibility, balance and control over how you work.

Investment in Your Career & Growth

They are committed to helping you grow, both technically and professionally.

• Structured Personal Development Plans aligned with your ambitions
• Ongoing training, upskilling and certification opportunities
• Clear career progression pathways within a global organisation
• Opportunities to broaden your expertise across complex engineering domains

Your development is a long-term investment, one they take seriously.

What You'll Do

As part of the RMS team, you'll help embed world-class reliability and safety practices throughout the entire product lifecycle.

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• Produce reliability predictions, maintainability assessments and detailed FMECA reports
• Support risk management processes, including DFMEA, robustness modelling and programme risk tracking
• Interpret engineering requirements and recommend design improvements based on analytical insights
• Contribute to system safety assessments aligned to recognised aerospace standards
• Drive continuous improvement through structured problem‑solving and FRACAS activities

What You'll Bring

• Engineering degree or equivalent
• Minimum 2 years' experience in a technical engineering environment
• Experience working with new electrical/electronic product development
• Familiarity with FMEAs, FMECAs, reliability modelling and fault tree analysis
• Understanding of structured risk tools and problem‑solving methods
• Experience with ALT/HALT/HASS techniques and RMS software tools
• Security Clearance will be required for this position