Principal Safety Engineer
Principal Safety Engineer
Employee type
Permanent
Salary
£70000 - £80000/annum
Category
Military/Emergency/Government
Job Description
Copello are supporting a leading defence organisation in the recruitment of a Principal Safety Engineer. This is an exciting opportunity to join a forward-thinking engineering team working at the forefront of defence technology, delivering safety-critical systems that support complex platforms and mission-essential operations. In this role, you'll be a core member of the safety team, responsible for driving key safety engineering activities throughout the product lifecycle — from early-stage design through to operational support. This is a rare opportunity to influence the safety of high-integrity systems supporting real-world operations in demanding environments. Key Responsibilities: * Lead and support system safety assessments across software and hardware domains * Perform and review safety analyses, including HAZOP, FTA, FMEA/FMECA, and LOPA * Work collaboratively across engineering teams to embed safety into every stage of development * Support certification and assurance processes in line with defence and industry safety standards What You’ll Bring: * Strong background in functional or systems safety engineering * Experience working on high-integrity, safety-critical systems * Familiarity with MoD, maritime, or aerospace standards (desirable) * Analytical mindset with a detail-oriented approach to problem-solving * This is your chance to join a UK-based engineering centre of excellence, where innovation meets national impact. Clearance Required: Must be eligible for UK Security Clearance and must be a sole British citizen. Location: London (Hybrid)