Safety Design Engineer

Job DescriptionDesign Safety EngineerFull TimeBristol - Hybrid – minimum 3 days on site per weekWhy Rolls-Royce? We have number of Design Safety career opportunities within our Defence business in Bristol and our satellite site in Derby. We are looking to fill a number of roles with a range of levels of experience from new graduates who are eager to develop, to experienced specialists. We are a market leader in aero engines for military transport and patrol aircraft, and also have significant scale in naval, and strong positions in combat and helicopter applications. We are pioneering more advanced and innovative power systems to ensure future combat air systems remain at the forefront of mission capability throughout their operational service. Work with us and we'll welcome you into an inclusive culture, one that invests in your continuous learning and development, and gives you access to a wide breadth and depth of experience. We offer excellent development, a competitive salary and remarkable benefits. These include bonus, employee support assistance and employee discounts. Hybrid working is a way in which our people can balance their time between the office, home or another remote location. As a minimum we're all expected to attend the workplace for collaboration and other specific reasons, on average three days per week. Design Safety engineers influence design through understanding how failures will affect system operation, and analyse the resulting design, providing feedback on any impact this will have to the safety or reliability of the system and ensuring that the appropriate standards are met. Evaluation of design concepts (potential failures, failure consequences and product-level hazards) and to define hazard mitigation strategies. Evaluation of a component design to identify potential failure modes and their resulting failure effects and criticality (e.g. Identification of critical and significant parts and systems through detailed analysis of product risk level. Analyse and quantify risks associated with human / system interaction including Human Factors. Production of Safety Case reports. Operation of a Failure Reporting Analysis & Corrective Action System (FRACAS). These principles form our values and behaviours and are an essential component of our assessment process and are fundamental qualities that we seek for all roles. Qualification to degree level in a STEM subject and with experience in a relevant engineering environment (Mechanical, Aeronautical, Electrical or Controls).Familiarity with the design, operation and environment of gas turbine engines. Knowledge / experience of Safety & Reliability engineering techniques. By building a culture of respect and appreciation, we give everyone who works here the opportunity to realise their full potential. You can learn more about our global Inclusion strategy at Our people | Rolls-RoyceTo work for Rolls-Royce Defence you need to hold a Security Check (SC) clearance without any caveats to that clearance. Rolls-Royce will support the application for Security Clearance if you don't currently already have this in place. Due to the nature of work the business conducts and the protection of certain assets, you must hold a UK nationality. As part of our selection process, candidates in certain locations may be asked to complete an online assessment, which can include cognitive and behavioural aptitude testing relevant to the role. 00:09Posting End Date14 Sept 2026SummaryLocation: Bristol Filton (UK-B)Type: Full time