Our client, a leader in the Defence & Security sector, is seeking a Principal Software & Hardware Assurance Practitioner to join their team. This is a permanent role offering a hybrid working pattern with locations in Malvern, Farnborough, Bristol or Boscombe Down. As a key contributor to national security programmes, you will impact the future of defence technology by ensuring the safety and performance of complex systems.
Key Responsibilities:
- Leading the assurance of hardware processes in line with CEH Safety Standards (e.g., DO-254, BS EN 61508-02) at the appropriate integrity level.
- Assessing CEH systems in accordance with High Integrity Software safety standards.
- Conducting audits and reviews as lead auditor and technical reviewer.
- Evaluating software and hardware lifecycle artefacts against relevant standards.
- Mentoring project teams and supporting high-quality technical delivery.
- Attending customer meetings and workshops across the UK and Europe.
Job Requirements:
- Experience as a technical assessor or strong software/aviation engineering background.
- Excellent communication skills and a pragmatic, solution-focused mindset.
- SME-level understanding of high-integrity hardware development (VHDL).
- Knowledge of hardware chipsets (FPGA, ASIC, PLC).
- Strong understanding of hardware lifecycles and engineering processes.
- Experience working with CEH standards (DO-254, EN 61508-2).
- A relevant technical degree (Computer Science, Maths, Engineering, or equivalent) or extensive technical experience demonstrating equivalent capability.
Benefits:
- Matched-contribution pension scheme with life assurance.
- Generous annual leave plus the option to buy additional days.
- Health Cash Plan, PMI and Dental options.
- Employee discount portal (insurance, restaurants, cinema & more).
- Support for the Armed Forces community - Gold Award holder.
- Volunteering opportunities to support local communities.
If you are a professional with experience in hardware and software assurance in the Defence & Security sector, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our client's innovative and supportive team.
