Location: Abbey Wood (Hybrid) Rate: Up to £550/day Security Clearance: SC required (UK nationals only) IR35: Inside IR35 Start Date: ASAP End Date: 31/03/2026 (high potential for extension) Application Deadline: 30/01/2026 at 12:00 Role Overview This role sits within a dedicated Safety Engineering skill group supporting MOD acquisition and in-service programmes. The Safety Engineer will provide expert advice and guidance on acquisition safety policy, through-life safety risk management, and assurance activities to support the delivery of safe and suitable equipment, systems and services to Front Line Commands. Key Responsibilities Own the generation, review and endorsement of technical safety requirements, documentation and safety artefacts. Develop, manage and maintain Safety Management Systems, including hazard identification, analysis and risk reduction measures. Provide acquisition safety engineering advice and guidance to delivery teams and decision makers, including Project Safety Panels. Manage system safety verification, validation, test and evaluation activities across the lifecycle. Oversee safety-related contractual activity and management of contractors delivering safety tasks. Develop and maintain project safety assurance plans and safety case evidence. Lead safety assurance activities within your technical discipline, including disposal and decommissioning activities. Support the development and maintenance of DE&S acquisition safety policy, standards and processes. Essential Skills and Experience STEM qualification at RQF Level 4 (or equivalent). Strong depth and breadth of experience delivering safety engineering or acquisition safety outcomes. Experience providing technical advice and leading delivery of safety engineering solutions. Professionally registered with a relevant institution as IEng or RSci. Additional Information The role operates within a matrix-managed organisation and interfaces with multiple engineering disciplines, delivery teams, regulators and external suppliers. Hybrid working is expected with regular attendance at Abbey Wood.