Defence Land Systems Safety​/Certification Engineer

Defence Land Systems Safety/Certification Engineer

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Title:

Defence Land Systems Safety/Certification Engineer

Salary range: £42,000 to £50,000 per annum

Location:

Bristol, Gloucester, Leatherhead, Burton or Manchester

Working Pattern:
We operate a flexible hybrid pattern at Frazer-Nash, with time split between the office, client sites and working from home.

Closing date: 9th January 2026

At Frazer-Nash we don’t just deliver projects; we create solutions that matter. From day one you’ll own your contribution, collaborate with experts, and see the real‑world impact of your work. You’ll have the freedom to innovate, the support to succeed, and growth opportunities. As you develop you’ll step up to lead medium‑sized projects, shaping outcomes, driving results, and building your career in a dynamic environment.

Frazer-Nash Consultancy provides safety, assurance and certification services to the UK defence land environment. We support our defence clients in providing the UK with a safe and sustainable military capability. Our work includes international clients and is carried out through effective systems engineering and technical services across the land portfolio. The role offers a chance to join an expanding team and lead the technical delivery of projects across the defence land spectrum.

You will develop a portfolio of project deliveries, hone your consultancy skills and mentor more junior engineers and graduates. You may also work outside the land domain to broaden your expertise.

• At least 2 years’ experience of working in, or technically leading, multi‑disciplinary engineering teams in the defence land domain.
• Demonstrable understanding of the safety aspects of a project/systems life cycle.
• Degree or equivalent experience in a relevant engineering discipline.

• Experience of working in or with DE&S.
• Practitioner in one or many of the following disciplines:
  Safety & Roadworthiness;
  Cyber Security for Roadworthiness (ISO/SAE 21434:2021);
  Land Certification (DEFSTAN Def Stan 23‑015, Land System Certification (LSC));
  Regulatory & Legislative Compliance; or Modifications and configuration control.
• Previous or current experience as an engineering consultant.
• Working toward becoming a Chartered Engineer (CEng).

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

• Competitive salary with yearly reviews
• 25 days holiday + the opportunity to buy 5 days
• Welcoming work culture
• Flexible working
• 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

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