Aerospace System Safety Engineer - Hybrid, Growth & Impact

Eaton; England; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Wimborne is seeking a System Safety Engineer to ensure safety and airworthiness of aerospace systems. The role requires a Bachelor’s in Aerospace Engineering and at least 2 years of experience. Candidates will perform safety analyses, maintain compliance with regulations, and support certification activities. This position offers a competitive compensation package and flexible working hours.

Benefits

Competitive compensation and benefits package

Challenging projects in a collaborative team

Flexible working hours and 2 days home office

Ongoing learning and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in a System Safety Engineering role or similar.

Responsibilities

• Perform Functional Hazard Analyses (FHA), Preliminary System Safety Assessments (PSSA), and System Safety Assessments (SSA).
• Ensure all design changes are assessed for safety impact and support classification of modifications.
• Maintain compliance with CS 25.1309 and DEF STAN 00-56.
• Provide expert guidance to engineering teams on safety-related issues.
• Support certification and airworthiness activities.
• Maintain accurate documentation of all safety activities.
• Drive continuous improvement in safety processes and procedures.

Skills

Strong knowledge of SAE ARP4754 and ARP4761

Excellent communication

Negotiation

Collaboration skills

Resilience and adaptability in a fast-paced engineering environment

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace Engineering or a related discipline

Job description

A leading engineering firm in Wimborne is seeking a System Safety Engineer to ensure safety and airworthiness of aerospace systems. The role requires a Bachelor’s in Aerospace Engineering and at least 2 years of experience. Candidates will perform safety analyses, maintain compliance with regulations, and support certification activities. This position offers a competitive compensation package and flexible working hours.