Are you passionate about the safety of cutting-edge autonomous and AI-enabled systems? This is an opportunity to play a key role in assuring the next generation of uncrewed and machine learning-driven technologies across complex, safety-critical environments.
You’ll join a growing digital safety capability, working at the forefront of autonomous systems within defence and highly regulated sectors—helping ensure systems are safe, compliant, and dependable.
The Role
You will lead and deliver safety assurance activities across autonomous system programmes, contributing to both technical delivery and the ongoing evolution of capability in this rapidly advancing domain.
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver safety assurance activities for autonomous and AI-enabled systems in line with recognised industry standards
- Conduct system safety analysis (e.g. hazard identification, FHA, STPA)
- Assess risks associated with:
- Machine learning and AI decision-making
- Sensor fusion and autonomy architectures
- Develop robust safety cases using methodologies such as Goal Structuring Notation (GSN)
- Apply emerging frameworks such as AMLAS (Assurance of Machine Learning for Autonomous Systems)
- Support or lead bid activities, ensuring high-quality technical proposals
- Build and maintain strong client relationships
- Represent the business through technical papers, presentations, and industry engagement
Key Skills & Experience
Essential
- Degree in Safety Engineering, Systems Engineering, or related discipline
- Experience applying safety engineering techniques within safety-critical environments
- Knowledge of autonomous systems and/or AI-enabled technologies
- Experience working with industry standards and safety frameworks
- Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills
- Ability to work independently within a consultancy or project-based environment
Highly Desirable
- Experience with:
- AMLAS or AI assurance frameworks
- Safety case development (GSN)
- Hazard analysis techniques (FHA, STPA, HAZID)
- Exposure to defence or regulated sectors
- Experience supporting bids or business development activities
What’s on Offer
- Competitive salary and performance-related bonus
- Flexible, hybrid working
- Structured training and professional development
- Professional membership support
- Private medical (optional), pension, and life assurance
- Generous holiday allowance with buy/sell options
- Opportunity to shape and influence a growing capability
Additional Information
- UK travel may be required
- Candidates must be eligible to obtain UK Security Clearance