Successful candidates will need to undergo security clearance. To be eligible, you must be a UK passport holder and have worked in the UK for the last 5 years. A brand new role is available for a Product Safety & Supportability Manager to join a leading, reputable defence company in Southampton. This is a fantastic opportunity to manage and ensure the safety and reliability of innovative products that play a key role in defence operations. This company is doing very well, they have impressive growth plans for 2025 and beyond, and there are real career opportunities and prospects for driven individuals. On top of this great new challenge, a stand out aspect is the company culture. You'll be joining a brilliant team who are not only achieving record-breaking results, but also genuinely enjoys working together toward shared goals. It’s a family feel environment where everyone knows your name, people take the time to talk to each other and enjoy collaborating. As the Product Safety & Supportability Manager, your key duties will include: Lead the Safety & Supportability efforts across a range of products, ensuring compliance with industry standards Manage a small team, working closely with project managers, product owners, and external partners Oversee important safety analyses, including Reliability Prediction, Failure Mode Analysis, and Obsolescence Monitoring Lead the creation of technical documentation and training materials for customers Identify and implement improvements to enhance product safety and supportability The Product Safety & Supportability Manager will have the following experience and knowledge: Experience in military or defence systems engineering In-depth knowledge of safety standards (DEFSTAN, IEC 61508, ISO 26262) and supportability principles Experience working in project management and Agile development environments Familiarity with military standards and the defence industry is highly desirable On offer, is a competitive package, including: Salary £75,000 - £80,000 Opportunity to work with flexibility and autonomy Private healthcare and dental insurance Life insurance Market leading training opportunities Long service rewards, recognition for performance If this job has sparked your interest and you feel you have the skillset and experience to deliver in this exciting Product Safety & Supportability Manager job, and live within a commutable distance to Southampton, apply today