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New Malden, United Kingdom
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Job Description
UK CITIZENSHIP REQUIRED FOR THIS POSITION: Yes
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available
TRAVEL: Yes, 25% of the Time
What's your possible?
At Northrop Grumman UK , you are part of a team driving innovation where it matters most - solving tomorrow's challenges and shaping the technology solutions of the future. It's what we call Defining Possible .
This mindset goes beyond our customer solutions; it's the foundation for your career development and the positive impact we have within the communities we serve.
The Opportunity
This is more than just a job; it's a mission.
As a Safety Engineer , you will play a key role in assuring the safety of complex, mission-critical systems that support the UK's naval capability. Working within our Product Safety team, you will contribute to the design, development and ongoing support of Platform Management Systems for surface ships and submarines.
Our UK Defence business is a sovereign software and systems centre of excellence, delivering cutting-edge solutions that form part of the modern backbone of the Royal Navy. You will work alongside multi-disciplinary engineering teams, influencing design decisions and helping to ensure that safety is embedded throughout the system lifecycle.
This role is well suited to an engineer looking to grow their career in functional and product safety, with strong support, mentoring and development opportunities available.
What you will be doing
What we are looking for
If you don't meet every requirement but are motivated to develop a career in safety engineering, we still encourage you to apply.
Security Clearance
Due to the nature of our work, you must be a UK national for this clearance type.
You must be able to gain and maintain SC (Security Check) UK Government security clearance.
Our recruitment team is on hand to answer any questions and will guide you through the process: talentenquiries@uk.ngc.com [Safety Engineer | Word]
Our Benefits
Why join Northrop Grumman UK?
A Mission to Believe In
Every day, our teams help build a more secure and connected world through technology that protects what matters most.
A Place to Belong and Thrive
We value diverse perspectives and believe that inclusive teams create better outcomes. Every voice matters here.
Your Career, Your Way
From early-career development to future leadership opportunities, we support you to shape a career that grows with you.
Ready to apply?
Yes - Submit your application online.
Possibly - Reach out to our team for more information: talentenquiries@uk.ngc.com
Not right for you? - Explore other opportunities with us. We're growing across the UK
Northrop Grumman is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce, and encourages individuals from all backgrounds and all abilities to apply and consider becoming a part of our diverse and inclusive workforce.
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available
TRAVEL: Yes, 25% of the Time
What's your possible?
At Northrop Grumman UK , you are part of a team driving innovation where it matters most - solving tomorrow's challenges and shaping the technology solutions of the future. It's what we call Defining Possible .
This mindset goes beyond our customer solutions; it's the foundation for your career development and the positive impact we have within the communities we serve.
The Opportunity
This is more than just a job; it's a mission.
As a Safety Engineer , you will play a key role in assuring the safety of complex, mission-critical systems that support the UK's naval capability. Working within our Product Safety team, you will contribute to the design, development and ongoing support of Platform Management Systems for surface ships and submarines.
Our UK Defence business is a sovereign software and systems centre of excellence, delivering cutting-edge solutions that form part of the modern backbone of the Royal Navy. You will work alongside multi-disciplinary engineering teams, influencing design decisions and helping to ensure that safety is embedded throughout the system lifecycle.
This role is well suited to an engineer looking to grow their career in functional and product safety, with strong support, mentoring and development opportunities available.
What you will be doing
- Supporting the delivery of safety engineering activities across complex defence programmes
- Contributing to hazard identification and safety analysis, including HAZOP, FFA, FTA, FMECA and LOPA
- Assisting in the generation of system safety requirements and safety targets
- Producing high-quality safety documentation in line with company and customer standards
- Supporting design reviews and safety committees, providing clear and evidence-based safety arguments
- Working collaboratively with systems, hardware, software and project teams to influence safe design outcomes
What we are looking for
- Education or experience in a safety-related engineering environment
- Awareness of functional and product safety standards such as IEC 61508 and Def Stan 00-056
- Understanding of hardware and software failure modes and their effects
- Exposure to safety and reliability analysis techniques such as hazard analysis, FMECA or FTA
- Ability to work effectively within multi-disciplinary engineering teams
- A degree, HND or HNC in Engineering or a safety-related discipline, or equivalent experience
If you don't meet every requirement but are motivated to develop a career in safety engineering, we still encourage you to apply.
Security Clearance
Due to the nature of our work, you must be a UK national for this clearance type.
You must be able to gain and maintain SC (Security Check) UK Government security clearance.
Our recruitment team is on hand to answer any questions and will guide you through the process: talentenquiries@uk.ngc.com [Safety Engineer | Word]
Our Benefits
- Flexible and hybrid working options, including a compressed fortnight with every other Friday off
- Private healthcare
- Cash health plan
- Holiday buy and sell options
- Performance-related bonus
- Career development, training and mentoring opportunities
Why join Northrop Grumman UK?
A Mission to Believe In
Every day, our teams help build a more secure and connected world through technology that protects what matters most.
A Place to Belong and Thrive
We value diverse perspectives and believe that inclusive teams create better outcomes. Every voice matters here.
Your Career, Your Way
From early-career development to future leadership opportunities, we support you to shape a career that grows with you.
Ready to apply?
Yes - Submit your application online.
Possibly - Reach out to our team for more information: talentenquiries@uk.ngc.com
Not right for you? - Explore other opportunities with us. We're growing across the UK
Northrop Grumman is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce, and encourages individuals from all backgrounds and all abilities to apply and consider becoming a part of our diverse and inclusive workforce.
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