Airworthiness Engineer
Havant, Hampshire (Hybrid Working)
Competitive + BUPA, Benefits, 4-Day Work Week
Join Lockheed Martin Rotary and Mission Systems – Shaping the Future of Aviation
At Lockheed Martin, we are at the cutting edge of systems engineering, delivering solutions that safeguard global security and advance civil and commercial markets.
Whether working on rotary or fixed-wing aircraft, UAV systems, or groundbreaking aerospace technologies, we are driven by innovation, collaboration, and a commitment to excellence.
Are you passionate about aviation safety?
We’re looking for a proven Air Safety Manager to help shape our future capabilities across multiple airborne platforms.
This is your chance to contribute to high-impact projects while enjoying a flexible work-life balance and professional growth opportunities.
Why Join Us?
- 4-Day Work Week: Every Friday off! Our 4-Flex working fortnight gives you the time to enjoy life outside of work.
- Hybrid Flexibility: Primarily home-based with occasional travel to our offices in Havant, Gloucester, Culdrose, Westminster, and other UK locations.
- Career Growth: We offer meaningful work, continuous education opportunities, and the chance to shape the future of our business.
- Comprehensive Benefits: Along with a great salary, you’ll benefit from private healthcare (BUPA), and other perks that support a healthy and fulfilling life.
- Diverse Platforms: Work on cutting-edge airborne systems, including rotary, fixed-wing, and UAV platforms, while contributing to our wider portfolio of programs.
What You'll Do:
As an Air Safety Management System Manager, you’ll play a critical role in ensuring the safety and compliance of our aviation systems.
Working across various platforms, you’ll be responsible for:
- Developing and Implementing Safety Systems: Lead the development and management of an Aviation Safety Management System against RA1200.
- Continuous Improvement: Drive improvements across the business to enhance our safety culture and engineering practices.
- Regulatory Compliance: Work closely with the Military Aviation Authority (MAA), ensuring compliance and leading audits and working groups.
- Incident Management: Manage occurrence reporting, investigate safety issues, and implement technical solutions.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with program management, commercial teams, and suppliers to ensure the highest safety standards are met.
This Role Is Perfect For You If You Have:
- A background in Aviation Safety Management with experience implementing and managing safety systems.
- Familiarity with aviation regulations such as DS 970, CS21, CS25, CS27, CS29, or similar standards.
- Experience operating within MAA approval schemes or civil aviation authority frameworks (Pt 145, Pt 21, Pt M CAMO).
- Strong knowledge of Military Aviation Authority Regulatory Publications (MRP) and air safety management system requirements.
- Excellent leadership and communication skills, with the ability to present complex technical information to senior leadership teams.
- A proactive, positive attitude and a passion for driving organizational change and delivering high-quality results.
Desired Skills & Experience:
- Experience in military aviation safety management.
- Familiarity with the RA1200 Air Safety Management System requirements.
- Previous Form 4 holder with signature/airworthiness responsibility (CAA or MAA).
- A degree in Engineering or a related STEM field.
- Knowledge of Type Airworthiness Authority requirements.
What We Offer:
- A Great Work-Life Balance: Our 4-day work week and hybrid working model ensure that you can enjoy personal time and avoid burnout.
- Career Development: Access to leadership training, specialized courses, and the chance to work on diverse, future-focused aviation projects.
- Inclusive Culture: Be part of a diverse and dynamic team that values collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement.
- Health & Wellbeing: Enjoy comprehensive healthcare, wellness programs, and support for your mental and physical well-being.
Are you ready to take the next step in your career? Join us at Lockheed Martin and be a part of something extraordinary.
Shape the future of aviation safety while enjoying a balanced life with a company that truly values its people.
Equal Opportunity Statement
Lockheed Martin is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to maintaining a diverse and inclusive work environment.
Diversity and inclusion are fundamental to our culture and reflect our values of doing what's right, respecting others and performing with excellence.
By engaging with all our employees' diverse talents and experiences every day, we can innovate different and better, creating cutting edge solutions and unparalleled customer value.
We know that diversity of thought leads to better solutions for our customers.
Our top priority is finding the best candidate for the job and if you are interested in the position, we’d love to hear how you might contribute to our mission and our team and would encourage you to apply, even if you don’t believe you meet every one of the criteria set out in our job advert.
In addition, we are committed to inclusion of all individuals and will make reasonable adjustments to our applications process.
If you require assistance or adjustments to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact [email protected] or call 023 92 458 000.