Senior Sector Safety Engineer - Avionics Systems

Leonardo; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defense technology company in the UK is seeking a Sector Chief Safety Engineer to lead a team in ensuring the safety and reliability of airborne systems. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in airborne design assurance, strong leadership capabilities, and the ability to manage complex safety programs. This role offers the chance to work on innovative technologies and contribute to critical safety certifications.

Qualifications

• Significant experience analyzing complex systems for safety and environmental impact.
• Proven ability to define and implement safety strategies.
• Experience with safety tools like Hazard Log Management and Risk Assessment.
• Capability to achieve delegated board signatory for Product Safety.

Responsibilities

• Lead the management of system and product safety activities.
• Provide independent assessment of safety through design reviews.
• Ensure compliance with military and civil certification processes.
• Promote best practices in safety and maintain safety culture.

Skills

Experience in airborne design assurance

Safety management

Excellent communication skills

Team leadership

Analytical skills

Education

Relevant engineering or science-based honours degree

Tools

Microsoft Office Tools

IBM DOORS

Job description

A leading defense technology company in the UK is seeking a Sector Chief Safety Engineer to lead a team in ensuring the safety and reliability of airborne systems. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in airborne design assurance, strong leadership capabilities, and the ability to manage complex safety programs. This role offers the chance to work on innovative technologies and contribute to critical safety certifications.