Aviation Safety Engineer

Job Description

Aviation Safety Engineer £32,500£35,000 per annum (plus benefits) Filton Engineering is the largest business function in our organisationand its one of the most fulfilling too. Because its only by delivering the most advanced, battle-winning technologythat we can keep those on the front line at the top of their game. Thats why we stay inventive and create positive change, with a strong focus on sustainable sourcing and minimising environmental impact too. Ready to make an impact that matters to the nationYoull benefit from plenty of opportunities for development, access to specialist training and funded professional qualifications, and a c.27% employer pension contribution. Youll also have access to a wide range of employee networks, including the Womenin Engineering Network, Parents Network, Race & Culture Network, Neuro Inclusivity Networkand many more. We recognise that the best people for the job may have commitments outside of work, so were pleased to promote flexible working to support our colleaguesin balancing work and home life. We are actively looking for diligent and meticulous Aviation Engineers to join either an Aircraft Platform or an Aircraft Systems Delivery Team. We have multiple positions and locations to be based out of. Do you have an engineeringbackground, with a focus towards safety Are you experienced in systems safety management If so, we want to hear from you! As an Aviation Safety Engineer, you will support the development and management of effective safety management systems focusing on fastjets, transport aircraft or helicopters. Your main tasks will be the identification and analysis of hazards, the evaluation of risk reduction measures, and ensuring that these are adequately documented and managed. Aviation safety is paramount and as an AviationSafety Engineer, you will play a vital role in the air environment. You should be process driven and have a keen eye for detail. We are looking for an engineer to influence the safety decisions across the project lifecycle, by ensuring our Armed Forces areequipped with capable, safe-to-operate equipment. Safety is a niche area within our engineering teams, we expect you to arrive prepared to upskill, train and develop into the role. We can offer you opportunities to develop your skill set by supporting aircraftemployed across all three defence services, Royal Navy, Army and Royal Air Force. Growing your career with us will provide you with diverse opportunities to use your skills and knowledge to develop yourself professionally, whilst being at the forefront ofcrucial and significant projects. We offer our employees training, development and mentoring so you can achieve your career goals and aspirations. In return, we can offer you incredible job stability, career progression, access to world-class training anda supportive culture. We recognise that the best people for the job are not always available throughout core business hours and are proud to offer flexible, full-time and part-time working to support our colleagues in balancing home and work responsibilities.We operate hybrid working and your duty station can be aligned at any of the following locations: MOD Abbey Wood, Filton, Bristol, BS34 8JH DE&S Yeovil, Somerset, BA20 2YB RAF Odiham, Hook, Hampshire, RG29 1QT 2 Valley Road, Wattisham Flying Station, Ipswich,Suffolk, IP7 7RE RNAS Culdrose, Helston, TR12 7RH RAF Benson, Wallingford, Oxfordshire, OX10 6AA Please note some attendance to the stated site and business travel in the UK may be required for this position. We strongly recommend tailoring your CV in linewith our CV guidance before applying, with specific sections to highlight Key Achievements, Relevant Experience, and Applied Skills & Knowledge. Responsibilities for Aviation Safety Engineer Your responsibilities as an Aviation Safety Engineer, will include,but not be limited to, the following: Contributing to the development and maintenance of policy and process to satisfy DE&S corporate standards for acquisition safety managementWorking with colleagues at all levels to ensure compliance with relevant UKand EU legislation and regulations, Ministry of Defence (MOD) regulations and DE&S policySupporting the development and management of effective safety management systems; identifying and analysing hazards and contributing to the identification and evaluationof risk reduction measures, ensuring that these are adequately documented and managedSpecifying safety-related systems architectures up to the highest safety integrity levelsManaging contractual aspects to ensure safety requirements are captured andmanages contractors who perform safety activitiesProviding informed safety advice to decision makers through project safety panels Please note that due to their secure nature, these posts require full security clearance (SC) and are open to UK nationals(sole or dual) only. What you will be assessed against To be successful with your application you must demonstrate that you meet the following essential criteria: You will hold a minimum of a HNC (i.e., Level 4) qualification in a relevant Engineering subjector will demonstrate the equivalent experienceYou will hold Professionally Registered status (IEng / CEng or equivalent) with a relevant Engineering, Professional Safety Institute or equivalent body; or be able to achieve registered status within 12 monthsof starting in the postYou will have experience in the use of system safety management tools & processes, and have evidence of working within a safety management environmentYou will have experience of providing technical advice and delivery of safetyproducts or services from within an aviation engineering environment In addition to the responsibilities above, the following technical competencies and behaviours will be assessed at interview: Compliance with PolicyComplies with System Safety Requirements Communicating and influencingChanging and improving Whats in it for you Our careers offer stability, training, progressionand much more! Discover more about what we offer in our Little Book of Big Benefits. Find out more about our pension schemes.Were exploring future ways of working with a flexible and a family-friendly approach in mind. This means that successful candidates may be offered the option of hybrid working, combining working at home with working at their contractual location. Furtherinformation relevant to hybrid working will be discussed with you prior to you taking up your post, to find a balance that suits your needs and those of the organisation. Please note that employees are responsible for meeting the cost of their travel to andfrom work when attending site. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and are dedicated to creating a great place to work that reflects the diversity of the society we serve. To help us do this, we particularly encourage applications from women,et