Principal Software & Hardware Assurance Practitioner

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.

• 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.

• 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.

• 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.