Defence Systems Safety Assurance Specialist

14 hours ago


Bristol, Bristol, United Kingdom SII Group UK Full time
Job Description

SII Group UK is seeking a highly skilled Defence Systems Safety Assurance Specialist to join their team. This role will involve working closely with multidisciplinary teams to provide safety assurance for complex defence projects.

The successful candidate will be responsible for identifying potential risks, ensuring adherence to safety standards, and contributing to the development of robust, fail-safe systems. Their work will directly impact the reliability and operational safety of advanced defence technologies.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Conducting safety assessments, hazard analysis, and risk evaluations for defence systems and components.
  • Developing and maintaining safety documentation, including safety cases, hazard logs, and compliance reports.
  • Collaborating with engineering teams to design and implement safety features and mitigations throughout the system lifecycle.
  • Ensuring systems comply with relevant safety standards (e.g., Def Stan 00-056, IEC 61508, ISO 26262, or MIL-STD-882).
  • Supporting the integration and testing phases, focusing on identifying and mitigating safety risks.
  • Monitoring and assessing safety performance during system operation and providing recommendations for improvements.
  • Working closely with stakeholders, including clients, regulators, and internal teams, to communicate safety strategies and findings.

Essential Skills and Qualifications:

  • Engineering Background: Degree in Systems Engineering, Safety Engineering, or related fields.
  • Safety Analysis Expertise: Experience with techniques such as FMEA, FTA, HAZOP, or similar.
  • Standards Knowledge: Familiarity with safety standards relevant to defence and aerospace industries.
  • Problem-Solving Skills: Analytical mindset with the ability to identify and resolve safety concerns effectively.
  • Communication Skills: Strong ability to document and present safety-related findings to technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Benefits:

  • A competitive salary range of £60,000 - £80,000 per annum, depending on experience.
  • An attractive benefits package, including pension scheme, health insurance, and annual leave.
  • Opportunities for career growth and professional development within SII Group UK.


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