Principal Engineer – Safety & Environment Engineering (Safety)

Job Description

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 the advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace and security solutions of tomorrow, 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 will work as part of an Integrated Development Team responsible for developing and delivering submarine systems and capability. You will 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 an understanding of Safety Engineering and Systems Engineering principles to ensure safety considerations are embedded during system development and delivery
• Participate in Hazard Identification and Hazard Analysis activities, supporting the identification, assessment and management of safety risks while contributing to the capture and maintenance of hazard data and safety requirements
• Assist with the preparation and generation of safety reports and supporting documentation, using strong written communication skills and attention to detail to produce 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 across safety processes and documentation
• Liaise and collaborate with Integrated Development Teams and the Whole Boat Safety Team, working effectively both as part of a team and independently to support the delivery of Product Safety tasks
• Apply awareness of Engineering Lifecycle Management processes to support safety activities throughout system development, ensuring safety considerations are addressed from concept through to delivery
• Work in an agile and adaptable manner to respond to evolving project priorities and customer requirements, demonstrating initiative, self-motivation and effective problem solving
• Apply engineering knowledge, typically supported by a Bachelor’s or master’s degree in engineering (minimum 2:2), with practical Product Safety experience in the maritime defence sector desirable, although relevant experience from other sectors will also be considered

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. This role offers the opportunity to develop a broad understanding of complex submarine systems and how they interact, while contributing to the safe delivery of critical national defence programmes.

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 know that a diversity of backgrounds, perspectives and experiences strengthens our teams and is vital to the work we do. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified people.

Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role.

Why BAE Systems?

Here you’ll build a career with purpose and limitless possibilities. With lifelong learning and meaningful work, this is a place where you can grow your career with confidence and be empowered to be your best.

You’ll be recognised for your contribution and enjoy rewards tailored to what’s most important to you and your family, supporting your financial and personal wellbeing as well as a balanced lifestyle. In an environment embracing sustainable ways of working and with a strong sense of shared purpose, our supportive culture is a place you can feel you belong and be proud of the difference you make.

Closing Date: 27th March 2026

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.

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