Systems Safety Engineer

Expleo Group; Filton; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Expleo Group is seeking a Systems Safety Engineer to drive safety across missile system development in a defence-focused setting. You will perform hazard analyses, define safety requirements, create safety cases, and ensure regulatory compliance throughout the lifecycle.

Collaborating with cross-functional teams, you will apply DOORS-based safety logs and advanced analyses (FHA, FTA, FMEA) to deliver robust, verifiable safety outcomes for complex weapon systems.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in engineering (systems, aerospace, electrical or related field).
• Experience with safety analysis methods and industry standards (e.g., MIL-STD-882, DEF STAN 00-056, DO-178C).
• Knowledge of requirements management and systems integration.
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams to ensure safety and reliability of missile systems.
• Conduct hazard analysis, risk assessments, and safety assessments.
• Define and implement safety requirements, standards, and guidelines.
• Work with design teams to integrate safety considerations into architecture and concepts.
• Perform safety analyses (FHAs, FTA, FMEA, Hazard Logs) and safety case development.
• Support safety documentation and regulatory compliance.
• Participate in safety reviews and communicate assessments to stakeholders.
• Monitor safety issues and lead investigations when required.
• Stay up to date with industry safety standards and best practices.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of safety engineering processes.

Skills

MIL-STD-882/DO-178C

Safety analysis techniques (FTA/FMEA/F

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering

Job description

Expleo is a world-renowned defence and security company specializing in the design and production of advanced missile systems. With a strong commitment to safety, innovation, and excellence, Expleo delivers cutting‑edge solutions that address the complex challenges of the defence industry. As a Systems Safety Engineer, you will be a crucial member of our team, contributing to the safety and reliability of our state‑of‑the‑art missile systems.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with cross‑functional engineering teams to ensure the safety and reliability of missile systems throughout the entire development lifecycle.
• Conduct hazard analysis, risk assessments, and safety assessments to identify potential hazards and risks associated with the missile systems and their components.
• Define and implement safety requirements, standards, and guidelines in compliance with industry regulations and customer specifications.
• Work closely with design and development teams to integrate safety considerations into system architecture, design, and operational concepts.
• Perform safety analysis for complex systems, including; functional hazard assessments (FHAs), fault tree analysis (FTA), failure mode and effects analysis (FMEA), common cause analysis, Hazard Analysis, Hazard Identification, Foundation Safety Reviews, Hazard Log Management (using DOORS), Safety Compliance Matrix, Mitigation Strategies and Safety Case Reports.
• Support the development of safety cases and safety documentation, providing clear and concise safety arguments and evidence to demonstrate compliance with safety standards.
• Participate in safety review boards and present safety assessments to stakeholders, customers, and regulatory authorities.
• Monitor safety‑related issues and incidents, lead investigations when required, and propose corrective actions to prevent reoccurrence.
• Stay up to date with industry best practices, safety standards, and regulations related to defense and missile systems.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives in systems safety engineering processes and methodologies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or master’s degree in engineering (e.g., Systems Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering) or a related technical field.

Essential Skills

• Familiarity with safety standards and regulations, such as MIL‑STD‑882, DEF STAN 00‑056, and/or DO‑178C.
• Strong understanding of safety analysis techniques and methodologies, including FTA, FMEA, FHA, and system‑level safety assessments.
• Knowledge of systems engineering principles, requirements management, and systems integration.
• Excellent problem‑solving skills and attention to detail.
• Effective communication and teamwork abilities, with the capacity to work across multidisciplinary teams.

Desired Skills

• Familiarity with missile systems or other complex weapon systems.
• Knowledge of functional safety standards such as ISO 26262 or IEC 61508

Experience

• Experience with safety assessment of software‑intensive systems.
• Experience with safety‑related tools and software applications used in safety engineering.
• Proven experience as a Systems Safety Engineer in the defense, aerospace, or a safety‑critical industry.
• Experience of facilitating/undertaking Hazard Identification and Assessment exercises using some or all of the following:
  • Hazard and Operability Studies (HazOpS);
  • Fault Tree Analysis;
  • Event Tree Analysis;

Benefits

• Collaborative working environment – we stand shoulder to shoulder with our clients and ourpeers through good times and challenges
• We empower all passionate technology loving professionals by allowing them to expand their skills and take part in inspiring projects
• ExpleoAcademy - enables you to acquire and develop the right skills by delivering a suite of accredited training courses
• Competitive company benefits
• Always working as one team, our people are not afraid to think big and challenge the status quo

• As a Disability Confident Committed Employer we have committed to:
• Ensure our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible
• Communicating and promoting vacancies
• Offering an interview to disabled people who meet the minimum criteria for the job
• Anticipating and providing reasonable adjustments as required
• Supporting any existing employee who acquires a disability or long term health condition, enabling them to stay in work at least one activity that will make a difference for disabled people

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age.

We treat everyone fairly and equitably across the organisation, including providing any additional support and adjustments needed for everyone to thrive.