Principal Engineer - Product Safety

Our client, a leading organisation in the Defence & Security sector, is currently seeking a Principal Engineer - Product Safety to join their team on a contract basis. This role is part of the Submarine Solutions business unit, located in Barrow-in-Furness, and offers an exciting opportunity to work on prestigious defence projects.

• The Principle Engineer (Product Safety) shall:

  • Derive and manage Product Safety requirements.
  • Develop, implement and maintain the Safety Management System.
  • Produce and manage Project Safety Management Plans.
  • Lead Product Safety hazard and risk identification, management and assessment activities.
  • Provide Product Safety engineering advice to the wider BAE Systems community.
  • Oversee the administration and management of the Project Hazard Log.
  • Influence the construction and delivery of the Project Safety Case including Safety Case reports.
  • Support the production of training material to support training delivery.
  • Deliver training to the Product Safety and Environmental domains and the wider BAE Systems community.
  • Lead engagement with internal and external customers, ensuring that their requirements are fully considered and adequately supported where appropriate and agreed.
  • Produce, present and articulate clear and logical technical safety arguments.
  • Complete peer reviews, checking, verification and assurance tasks to demonstrate the adequacy and robustness of the Safety Case and supporting documentation.
  • Oversee and peer review junior rules in the Product Safety team.
  • Understand the application of wider Safety Case, Quality and HSandE Management System documentation.
  • Support the appropriate meetings and Working Groups.

Key Accountabilities and Deliverables

• • Safety Management System development and maintenance including Process updates.
  • Production of Safety Management Plans.
  • Hazard identification and management.
  • Risk assessment.
  • Product Safety case production.

• Experience as a BAE-Safety Engineer within Defence & Security
• Strong understanding of safety regulations and standards applicable to defence products
• Proficiency in conducting safety assessments and hazard analyses
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to present complex safety information clearly
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team
• Security Clearance: SC, ITAR & UK EYES ONLY
• Relevant engineering degree or equivalent qualification
• Demonstrable knowledge of design, manufacturing, assembly, commissioning and testing submarines lifecycle phases.
• Awareness of the challenges posed by the environment that the product will be exposed to.

• Opportunity to work on high-profile defence projects
• Collaborative and dynamic work environment
• Professional growth and development opportunities

If you are a seasoned professional with experience in product safety engineering, particularly within the Defence & Security sector, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our client''s team in Barrow-in-Furness and contribute to the safety and success of critical submarine solutions.