Principal Product Safety Engineer

Principal Product Safety Engineer Maritime Defence

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Location: Coventry (Hybrid – 2-3 days in office)
Salary: £55,000 – £65,000 + Excellent Benefits

Important Security Requirement

Due to the nature of this role, applicants must be SOLE UK citizens. Dual nationality cannot be considered. Strict security regulations apply.

Why Join Us?

We\’re expanding into Coventry with a brand-new office and are looking for a Principal Product Safety Engineer to join our growing team. This is a rare opportunity to work on cutting-edge submarine systems that are critical to national security.
If you\’re curious about how submarines operate, how the Royal Navy deploys them, and want to play a part in shaping the future of defence capability, this role puts you at the heart of it all.

What You\’ll Do

As a Principal Product Safety Engineer, you will:

Work in an Integrated Development Team, ensuring safety is embedded across all engineering stages.

Deliver hazard identification and analysis studies.

Produce and contribute to safety reports.

Ensure projects comply with the Safety Management System.

Collaborate with other engineering teams to drive safety across complex submarine systems.
This role offers exposure to every aspect of safety management: from requirements capture and hazard analysis to safety case delivery and continuous improvement.

What We\’re Looking For

Understanding of Safety and Systems Engineering and the Engineering Life Cycle.

Strong teamwork skills with the ability to also work independently.

Flexible and proactive approach with excellent communication skills.

Experience in maritime defence safety engineering (ideal) – but candidates from other safety-critical industries are welcome.

What\’s In It For You?

Competitive salary (£55,000 – £65,000).

Generous pension and enhanced annual leave.

Flexible & hybrid working options.

Share schemes, employee discounts, and Cycle2Work programme.

Relocation support may be available (eligibility applies).

Ready to take on one of the most exciting engineering safety roles in the UK defence industry? Apply now and help us shape the future of submarine capability.

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