Defence Land Systems Safety​/Certification Engineer

Defence Land Systems Safety/Certification Engineer

Frazer-Nash Consultancy invites applications for the Defence Land Systems Safety/Certification Engineer role. The position operates across Bristol, Gloucester, Leatherhead, Burton or Manchester with a flexible hybrid working pattern split between office, client sites and home.

Salary range: £42,000 to £50,000 per annum. Closing date: 9th January 2026 – early applications encouraged.

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

• Experience working with or for Defence Equipment and Support (DE&S).
• Practitioner in one or more 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;
  • Modifications and configuration control.
• Previous or current experience as an engineering consultant.
• Working towards becoming a Chartered Engineer (CEng).

• Competitive salary with yearly reviews.
• 25 days holiday + opportunity to buy 5 additional days.
• Positive work culture and welcoming environment.
• Flexible working options.
• 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 and support in attaining professional membership.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Season rail ticket loan.

Mid-Senior level

Full-time

Management and Manufacturing;
Business Consulting and Services

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