Principal Software & Hardware Assurance Practitioner
Location
southampton, southampton
Job Type
Full-time
Category
Other-General
Posted
June 11, 2026
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 ) 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 wor...