Principal Safety EngineerDefence Industry related (UK Citizens required)Location: Bristol and hybridSalary: £50,000 - £65,000, competitive based on experience Role Overview:This position involves managing activities under the Design Safety Management Key Safety Function on behalf of the overall Safety Owner.You will be responsible for maintaining and developing the Design Safety Statement for a Strategic Weapons System, conducting hazard reviews, and developing coherency plans. The role also includes liaising with the Project Team and US counterparts to align on the Joint Safety Schedule and creating Naval Authority Certification documentation.Key Responsibilities:Manage Design Safety Management activities, ensuring safety requirements are met.Maintain and update the Design Safety Statement for the Strategic Weapons System.Review hazards, assess impacts, and develop mitigation strategies.Create and implement coherency plans for Strategic Weapon Systems.Collaborate with the Trident Systems Project Team and engage in UK/US technical exchanges.Develop certification documentation for safety compliance.Skills and Experience:Essential:Degree or equivalent in a STEM discipline, or relevant experienceExperience with complex Safety CasesSystems integration and/or systems engineering experienceDesirable:Knowledge of weapon systems or submarine designExperience working with diverse stakeholders and complex organisational structuresFamiliarity with requirements management, verification, and validationBenefits:Competitive pension scheme, enhanced annual leave, Share Incentive Plan, flexible working options, employee assistance programme, Cycle2work, employee discounts, and potential eligibility for an annual bonus.