Job Title:
Principal Product Safety Engineer
Location:
Coventry, Hybrid
We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements – please
speak
to your recruiter about the options for this particular role.
Salary:
Circa £60,000 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 work as part of an Integrated Development Team responsible for developing and delivering submarine systems and capability. You’ll focus on ensuring Product Safety activities are completed across multiple systems in line with project milestones throughout the Engineering Lifecycle. Working closely with other Integrated Development Teams and the Whole Boat Safety Team, you will contribute to ensuring safety considerations are embedded throughout system development.
Core duties:
Support Product Safety activities across submarine systems throughout the engineering lifecycle, applying Safety Engineering and Systems Engineering
principles
to ensure safety is embedded during system development and delivery
Participate in Hazard Identification and Hazard
Analysis
activities, supporting identification, assessment, and
management
of safety risks while maintaining hazard data and safety requirements
Assist with preparation and production of safety reports and supporting documentation, ensuring clear, accurate, and structured outputs
Ensure Product Safety activities are delivered in line with the project Safety
Management
System, supporting governance, compliance, and continuous improvement
Liaise and collaborate with Integrated Development Teams and the Whole Boat Safety Team, working effectively both
independently
and as part of a team
Apply awareness of Engineering Lifecycle
Management
processes to ensure safety considerations are addressed from concept through to delivery
Work in an agile and adaptable manner, demonstrating
initiative, self-motivation, and problem-solving skills in response to changing priorities
Essential Skills:
Degree qualified in a STEM discipline (minimum 2:2) or equivalent experience
Understanding of Safety Engineering and Systems Engineering
principles
Practical Product Safety experience (maritime defence sector desirable, but other sectors considered)
Strong
written communication skills and attention to detail
Ability to work effectively in multidisciplinary engineering teams
Understanding of ALARP
principles
and safety
management
processes
The Product Safety Team:
The Product Safety Team plays a vital role in ensuring submarine systems are developed and delivered safely. As part of this team, you will work closely with Systems Engineers and other engineering disciplines to ensure safety considerations are embedded throughout the design, development and delivery of submarine capability.
You will support safety case development activities including safety requirements
management, hazard identification and
analysis, hazard data
management, application of the ALARP
principle
and the production of safety documentation.
BAE Systems Submarines is currently experiencing a period of significant growth and is opening a new office in Coventry to support ongoing submarine programmes. Relocation support packages may be available across submarines roles, subject to meeting eligibility criteria.
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.
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