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Senior Engineer – Safety & Environmental Engineering (Product Safety)

BAE Systems
  • GB
    Northampton, England, United Kingdom
  • GB
    Northampton, England, United Kingdom
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About

Job Title: Senior Product Safety Engineer

Location: Coventry, hybrid

We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements – please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role.

Salary: Competitive

Who we are:

Join BAE Systems and you’ll be part of something bigger. As a valued member of our global colleague network, you’ll bring your unique skills and perspectives to help pioneer progress and protect what matters most. You’ll be trusted to play your part in delivering advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace and security solutions, shaping a safer future for all of us. From the depths of the ocean to the far reaches of space, there’s no limit to where a career at BAE Systems could take you.

What you will be doing:

As a Senior Product Safety Engineer, you will support the Engineering Delivery Manager in the development, delivery and maintenance of the Project Product Safety Management System and Product Safety Case. You will ensure products are safe to own , operate and maintain, while meeting all legal and regulatory requirements.

Core duties:

  • Develop, implement and maintain the Safety Management System, ensuring safety processes are robust, compliant and aligned with engineering and programme requirements
  • Support the production and maintenance of Project Safety Management Plans across the project lifecycle
  • Undertake product safety hazard and risk identification, assessment and management across operational and environmental conditions
  • Support the development of the Project Product Safety Case, including Safety Case Reports and evidence-based technical safety arguments
  • Administer and maintain the Project Hazard Log, ensuring hazards are recorded, assessed and appropriately managed
  • Apply STEM knowledge or equivalent experience to interpret technical data across design, manufacturing, commissioning and testing phases of the submarine lifecycle
  • Complete peer reviews, verification and assurance activities to demonstrate robustness of safety cases and documentation

Essential Skills:

  • Degree in a STEM discipline or equivalent experience in engineering or safety-critical environments
  • Experience in product safety, safety case development or safety management systems
  • Strong understanding of hazard identification, risk assessment and mitigation techniques
  • Ability to interpret complex technical data across multi-disciplinary engineering teams
  • Experience producing or contributing to safety cases, hazard logs or assurance documentation
  • Strong communication skills with the ability to influence engineering stakeholders

The Integrated Combat Systems Team:

The Integrated Combat Systems team plays a key role in supporting submarine programmes by ensuring the safe design, development and operation of complex systems. As a Product Safety Engineer within the team, you will help ensure the delivery of robust safety management processes and safety cases that enable products to be owned and operated safely throughout their lifecycle. We offer relocation support packages across all Submarines roles, subject to meeting eligibility criteria.

A place where everyone can thrive:

We’re committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified people and encourage discussion of reasonable adjustments where needed.

Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to security and export control restrictions. Applicants must meet Baseline Personnel Security Standard, and many roles require higher levels of National Security Vetting, including 5–10 years continuous UK residency depending on the role .

Why BAE Systems?

Here you’ll build a career with purpose and limitless possibilities. Lifelong learning, meaningful work, and a supportive culture enable you to grow with confidence . You’ll be recognised for your contribution and supported with rewards that matter most to you.

Closing Date: 10th June 2026

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications. If you are interested, please apply as early as possible.

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  • Northampton, England, United Kingdom

Languages

  • English
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