Senior Systems Engineer - Safety

Matchtech; Bristol; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy in the defence sector is looking for a Senior Complex Systems / Safety Engineer. You will lead the assurance of safety-critical systems, engage with stakeholders, and support business development. Ideal candidates will have experience in aerospace or defence, knowledge of key safety standards, and strong leadership skills. This position offers flexible working arrangements and a robust benefits package.

Benefits

Generous holiday entitlement

Company pension scheme

Performance-linked bonus scheme

Cycle to work scheme

Qualifications

• Experience in safety-critical systems development within the aerospace or defence sector.
• Knowledge of ARP4754A, DO-178C, and DO-254 standards.
• Strong project leadership and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and assurance of safety-critical system architectures.
• Engage with senior stakeholders to deliver technical strategies.
• Develop artefacts for safety and regulatory compliance.

Skills

Safety-critical systems development

Client engagement skills

Project leadership

Proficiency in MBSE

Education

Degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or Systems Engineering

Tools

Cameo

Sparx EA

Job description

Important

Candidates must be eligible for security clearance

Our client, a leading consultancy in the defence and security sector, is currently seeking a Senior Complex Systems / Safety Engineer to join their Digital Systems Assurance group. This role offers the opportunity to make a significant impact on high-profile, technically demanding projects within a forward-thinking engineering and technology environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the development and assurance of safety-critical system architectures and designs.
• Provide strategic systems engineering direction and guidance on project delivery.
• Engage directly with senior stakeholders to shape and deliver technical strategies.
• Develop and review artefacts supporting safety and regulatory compliance (e.g. ARP4754A, DO-178C, DO-254).
• Translate client objectives into deliverable engineering solutions, integrating systems engineering, safety, and certification processes.
• Support business development through opportunity capture and proposal leadership.
• Work on cutting-edge projects, including the integration of autonomous air systems and national programmes.

Job Requirements:

• Experience in safety-critical systems development, assurance, or certification within aerospace, defence, or other high-integrity domains.
• Knowledge of standards such as ARP4754A, DO-178C, DO-254, DO-326A, IEC 61508, and/or MOD standards (00-055, 00-056).
• Proficiency in MBSE, architecture modelling, and tools such as Cameo, Sparx EA, and SysML/UML.
• Experience operating within MOD acquisition frameworks or supporting industry primes/OEMs.
• Strong project leadership, communication, and client engagement skills.

Desirable Qualifications:

• Chartered Engineer (CEng) or working towards registration.
• Degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Systems Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Experience influencing system design and assurance strategy at a programme level.
• Flexible working arrangements.
• Generous holiday entitlement with a holiday purchase scheme.
• Company pension scheme.
• Life assurance.
• Performance-linked bonus scheme.
• Paid membership fees to a professional institution.
• Support in attaining professional membership.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Season rail ticket loan.

If you are a seasoned Systems Engineer looking for a challenging and rewarding opportunity to further develop your career within the defence and security sector, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our client's dynamic and impactful team.

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