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Principal Software and Hardware Assurance Practitioner

£90,000 - 90,000
Defence
Abbey Street 71, South East London
£90,000 - 90,000
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5k+
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Company Type
Services
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Lead
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Job Type
Full-Time
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Language
English
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Visa sponsorship
No

Requirements

Must:
- 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

Technologies

PLC
VHDL

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

Description


We are a leader in the Defence & Security sector, seeking a Principal Software & Hardware Assurance Practitioner to join our innovative and supportive team. This permanent role offers a hybrid working pattern with locations in Malvern, Farnborough, Bristol, or Boscombe Down. As a key contributor to national security programmes, you will help shape the future of defence technology while ensuring the safety and performance of complex systems. We offer a matched-contribution pension scheme with life assurance, generous annual leave, a Health Cash Plan, PMI and Dental options, and access to an employee discount portal. We are proud to support the Armed Forces community and provide volunteering opportunities to engage with local communities.
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