Safety Engineer - Project GOSHAWK

Location: Hybrid – MOD Abbey Wood, 1–2 days per week onsite

Rate: Up to £550 per day (Inside IR35)

Duration: ASAP – 90 Business Days (initial requirement)

Final date to receive applications: 04/03/2026 at 12:00

Clearance: SC Clearance required (UK Nationals only)

An opportunity has arisen for a GOSHAWK Safety Engineer (L3) to support the Short Range Integrated Air Defence (SIAD) Delivery Team within the Land – Weapons domain. The role supports Project GOSHAWK, a direct-to-UKR delivery programme aimed at delivering an Air Defence capability, including a live trial at MOD Hebrides in June 2026 to demonstrate industry supplier capability.

Lead Safety Management activities for Project GOSHAWK. Provide general Safety Assurance & Governance (A&G) across the project. Develop and maintain safety documentation as required. Lead Trials Safety Management activities. Interface with customers, suppliers and range providers to ensure safe and successful trial execution. Work with DOSR, SSR, WESCOE and other stakeholders to develop trial plans and associated artefacts.

• Experience engaging with assurance authorities and managing engineering.
• DE&S Engineering Policy experience.
• Experience working with OME and DOSR and/or DSA Regulations.
• DE&S Safety and Environmental Management System (SEMS) experience.
• Experience supporting OME trials and associated preparation.

• Experience working on a Government-in-Kind (GiK) or rapid procurement project.

Hybrid working model with occasional onsite attendance at MOD Abbey Wood. The role sits within the Acquisition Safety & Environment technical discipline.