At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead safety engineering for complex defence systems and manage risks throughout the product lifecycle.
- Company: Dynamic defence company focused on safety-critical systems.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, bonus package, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: On-site role in Berkshire or Gloucester with excellent career advancement opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in defence while working with cutting-edge technology.
- Qualifications: Strong experience in safety engineering and knowledge of safety standards.
The predicted salary is between 54000 - 66000 £ per year.
Location – Berkshire or Gloucester (on-site)
Salary – Competitive plus bonus and package.
Please note: Due to the nature of the role, this position requires eligibility to obtain and maintain DV Security Clearance.
Copello are looking for an experienced Principal Safety Engineer to provide technical leadership across the development of complex, safety-critical defence systems. The role will work closely with multidisciplinary engineering teams to identify and manage risks throughout the product lifecycle.
What you’ll be doing:
- Leading hazard identification, safety assessments and reliability analysis
- Producing and reviewing FMEA/FMECA, FTA and other safety analysis
- Developing and maintaining safety cases, hazard logs and safety requirements
- Influencing design decisions to ensure safety is embedded throughout development
- Leading safety reviews and workshops with engineering teams and stakeholders
- Providing technical guidance and mentoring to other engineers
- Supporting design reviews, verification activities, bids and customer engagements
What we’re looking for:
- Strong experience within Safety Engineering in a safety-critical environment
- Experience across hazard analysis, risk assessment and safety case development
- Knowledge of relevant safety standards, ideally Def Stan 00-056 and/or MIL-STD 1629
- Experience with FMEA/FMECA, FTA, PHA or FHA
- Ability to influence technical decisions and work across multidisciplinary teams
- Defence, aerospace, nuclear, rail or similar regulated industry experience
Senior Safety Engineer in Cheltenham employer: Copello Global
Join a leading defence and engineering organisation as an EMC Engineer, where you will be part of a dynamic and experienced team dedicated to the design and development of cutting-edge electronic products. With a strong emphasis on employee growth, fantastic benefits, and a hybrid work model, this role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to meaningful projects while enjoying a supportive work culture that values innovation and collaboration.
