Job Title:
Principal Safety Engineer
Location:
Barrow-In-Furness, Hybrid
We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements – please
speak
to your recruiter about the options for this particular role.
Salary:
Negotiable depending on experience
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:
In this role, you’ll provide technical
leadership
as a subject matter
expert
in safety engineering. You’ll guide and mentor engineers, influencing design
decisions
and supporting the development of robust safety cases for
complex
nuclear submarine systems.
You will
analyse
and assess major hazards including fires, explosions (including DSEAR), and steam release, applying structured safety engineering techniques to ensure compliance and design integrity. You’ll also engage with regulators, MOD stakeholders, and internal teams to justify safety
decisions
and maintain high standards of assurance across the programme.
Core duties:
Provide technical
leadership
and
expert
guidance in safety engineering for
complex
systems
Mentor and develop engineers, supporting capability growth and influencing engineering
decisions
Identify, assess, and mitigate hazards across nuclear submarine systems and related environments
Develop, review, and maintain safety case documentation and structured safety arguments
Apply hazard
analysis
techniques such as HAZOP, FMEA, Fault Tree
Analysis, and Event Tree
Analysis
(desirable)
Apply knowledge of DSEAR, fire risk assessment, and major hazard safety
principles
(desirable)
Interface with regulators, MOD customers, and internal engineering and safety stakeholders
Support safety justification through clear engineering judgement and structured evidence
Essential Skills:
Degree qualified in a STEM discipline or equivalent experience
Strong
understanding of safety engineering
principles
and practices
Experience producing or contributing to safety case documentation in
complex
engineering environments
Ability to apply structured hazard
analysis
techniques and engineering judgement
Excellent communication skills for technical and stakeholder engagement
The Safety & Environmental Team:
This established and collaborative team provides exposure to a wide range of strategic and technical safety activities. You’ll work alongside engineers from graduate to principal level, engaging with operational managers, department heads, and Health & Safety professionals.
The role
offers
strong
opportunities for professional development within a highly regulated engineering environment, with exposure to submarine programme safety
challenges
and broader defence safety
initiatives. Relocation support packages are available for eligible roles.
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:
28th April 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.
#LI-KP1 #LI-Hybrid