Lead Safety Consultant

Are you passionate about the safety of cutting-edge autonomous and AI-enabled systems? This is an opportunity to play a key role in assuring the next generation of uncrewed and machine learning-driven technologies across complex, safety-critical environments.

You’ll join a growing digital safety capability, working at the forefront of autonomous systems within defence and highly regulated sectors—helping ensure systems are safe, compliant, and dependable.

The Role

You will lead and deliver safety assurance activities across autonomous system programmes, contributing to both technical delivery and the ongoing evolution of capability in this rapidly advancing domain.

Key Responsibilities
Deliver safety assurance activities for autonomous and AI-enabled systems in line with recognised industry standards
Conduct system safety analysis (e.g. hazard identification, FHA, STPA)
Assess risks associated with:
Machine learning and AI decision-making
Sensor fusion and autonomy architectures
Develop robust safety cases using methodologies such as Goal Structuring Notation (GSN)
Apply emerging frameworks such as AMLAS (Assurance of Machine Learning for Autonomous Systems)
Support or lead bid activities, ensuring high-quality technical proposals
Build and maintain strong client relationships
Represent the business through technical papers, presentations, and industry engagement

Key Skills & Experience

Essential
Degree in Safety Engineering, Systems Engineering, or related discipline
Experience applying safety engineering techniques within safety-critical environments
Knowledge of autonomous systems and/or AI-enabled technologies
Experience working with industry standards and safety frameworks
Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills
Ability to work independently within a consultancy or project-based environment

Highly Desirable
Experience with:
AMLAS or AI assurance frameworks
Safety case development (GSN)
Hazard analysis techniques (FHA, STPA, HAZID)
Exposure to defence or regulated sectors
Experience supporting bids or business development activities

What’s on Offer
Competitive salary and performance-related bonus
Flexible, hybrid working
Structured training and professional development
Professional membership support
Private medical (optional), pension, and life assurance
Generous holiday allowance with buy/sell options
Opportunity to shape and influence a growing capability

Additional Information
UK travel may be required
Candidates must be eligible to obtain UK Security Clearance