Defence Land Systems Safety​/Certification Engineer

Defence Land Systems Safety/Certification Engineer

Salary range: £48,000 – £58,000.

Location:

Bristol, Gloucester, Leatherhead, Burton, Manchester or Plymouth. Working Pattern: flexible hybrid.

Closing date:
Friday 31st July 2026. Early application encouraged.

We are seeking a Safety / Certification Engineer to support the delivery of safety assurance and certification activities across Defence Land Systems, including armoured vehicles, autonomous systems, weapons platforms, and supporting infrastructure. The successful candidate will ensure systems are safe, compliant, and fit for purpose, working across the full lifecycle from concept through to in‑service support. This client‑facing role requires solid technical expertise, clear communication, and the ability to manage complex stakeholder environments.

Employees work with limited guidance and on their own initiative, seeking opportunities to develop skills as part of client delivery work. The role requires the capability to project‑manage medium‑sized, low‑to‑medium risk projects.

Frazer‑Nash Consultancy provides safety, assurance and certification services to the UK and other countries for the defence land environment, supporting clients in providing a safe and sustainable military capability.

• Experience in safety engineering within Defence, aerospace, rail, or other safety‑critical industries
• Knowledge of UK Defence safety standards (e.g., ASEMS, POSMS, JSPs, Def Stan 00-056 or similar frameworks)
• Understanding of systems engineering principles and lifecycle processes
• Experience producing safety cases and hazard management documentation
• Strong methodical and problem‑solving skills
• Ability to communicate effectively with customers and multidisciplinary teams
• Holds a degree or has equivalent experience in a relevant engineering discipline
• Is IEng accredited or working towards accreditation

• Experience with land systems (e.g., armoured vehicles, tracked/wheeled platforms, weapons systems)
• Experience of working in or with DE&S
• Safety & Roadworthiness experience
• Familiarity with land certification processes and regulatory engagement
• Experience in autonomous or robotic systems safety
• Professional registration (e.g., working towards or Chartered Engineer status)

Due to the nature of the work that Frazer‑Nash Consultancy undertakes, candidates will be required to undergo pre‑employment screening and satisfy clearance criteria for UK National Security Vetting.

• Competitive salary with yearly reviews
• 25 days holiday plus the opportunity to buy 5 days
• Welcoming work culture
• Flexible working arrangements
• Enhanced parental benefits
• Company pension scheme
• Targeted professional development
• Life assurance
• Private healthcare membership
• Bonus scheme linked to company performance
• Paid membership fees to a professional institution
• Support in attaining professional membership
• Cycle to work scheme
• Seasonal rail ticket loan
• Additional optional benefits tailored to personal requirements