Systems Safety Engineer

Location: Wimborne
Division: Mission Systems

Our clients Aerospace group is a world leader in advanced technologies that make air travel safer and more reliable. Our Mission Systems Division in Wimborne is at the forefront of innovation, delivering safety-critical systems that support both commercial and defence customers.

We are seeking an experienced System Safety Engineer (Contractor) to join our team and support ongoing programmes. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to technically challenging projects within a collaborative and forward-thinking environment.

As a System Safety Engineer, you will:

• Support the development and assurance of safety-critical aerospace systems.

• Apply SAE ARP4754 and ARP4761 standards to ensure compliance throughout the product lifecycle.

• Conduct safety analyses and risk assessments in line with programme requirements.

• Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams to identify, evaluate, and mitigate system hazards.

• Provide input into safety documentation, reports, and compliance reviews.

• Act as a subject matter expert in safety discussions with internal stakeholders and customers.

Education & Experience:

• Degree in Aerospace Engineering or a related discipline.

• Minimum 2 years' experience in System Safety Engineering or a closely related role.

Technical Skills:

• Knowledge of aerospace system safety processes, with expertise in SAE ARP4754 and ARP4761.

• Experience with safety case development and safety analysis techniques (FTA, FHA, FMEA).

Soft Skills:

• Strong communication skills - able to convey technical detail clearly.

• Confident in negotiation and influencing stakeholders.

• Resilient and adaptable in a fast-paced project environment.

• A contract role within a globally respected aerospace organisation.

• Opportunity to work on high-profile, safety-critical aerospace systems.

• Collaborative working environment with exposure to multidisciplinary engineering teams.

• Competitive contract rates (dependent on experience).

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK freely. Successful candidates will be required to undergo baseline security clearance.