RAMS Engineer (Aerospace)

Company Description: ALTEN is a global engineering and technology consultancy operating across over 35 countries worldwide. We partner with industry leaders across sectors including Aeronautics, Aerospace, Defence, Naval, Automotive, Energy, Rail, IT and many more to deliver innovative engineering solutions that drive technological advancement & support sustainable transformation. Our teams of passionate and agile engineers work on cutting-edge projects that shape the future of technology and sustainability. At ALTEN, we empower talented engineers to innovate, solve complex challenges, and deliver impactful solutions that build tomorrow’s world—today. Join us and start building tomorrow’s world today! Job Description: As a RAMS Engineer, you will join our team to support our activities within the Aerospace sector. You will play a key role in ensuring aircraft systems meet airworthiness requirements by providing expertise in safety, reliability, and maintainability . Working across both in-service and new development programmes, you will influence system design and support certification through detailed analysis and documentation within a highly regulated environment. Location: Bristol On Site: 2-3 days per week Clearance: Eligibility for UK Security Clearance Experience Level: Mid- Senior Key Responsibilities: Provide RAMS (Reliability, Availability, Maintainability & Safety) support across allocated programmes Influence system design by delivering safety and reliability recommendations Perform analyses including FMEA, Fault Tree Analysis (FTA), Reliability Predictions, Common Cause Analysis, and Maintainability Analysis Support airworthiness certification through safety assessments and documentation Produce RAMS deliverables aligned to customer milestones and programme schedules Conduct risk assessments for safety-critical issues Engage directly with customers to discuss safety and reliability topics Collaborate with systems, design, and project teams across multidisciplinary environments Support bid and proposal activities on RAMS-related topics Qualifications: Required Skills: Strong experience in RAMS engineering within aerospace or safety-critical industries Background in electrical, electronic, or aerospace systems (e.g. generators, control systems) Experience performing safety and reliability analyses (FMEA, FTA, etc.) Knowledge of airworthiness and safety standards Ability to work independently and deliver technical work packages Strong stakeholder engagement, including customer-facing experience Required Qualifications: A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering , or equivalent military experience . Experience working within safety-critical or regulated environments Proven experience in safety, reliability, or systems engineering roles Desirable Skills: Familiarity with DO-160, ARP4754, and ARP4761 standards Experience with power generation or control systems within aerospace Exposure to system safety assessment processes Experience working with multi-disciplinary engineering teams Additional Information: Why join us? We bring together entrepreneurial, tech-driven people to deliver innovative solutions for leading companies. At ALTEN, you’ll work on exciting projects, supported by ongoing learning, mentoring, and clear career development tailored to your goals. Join a passionate team and help build tomorrow, today. In short you get: A personalised career path and a rewarding management style A huge diversity of engineering projects and industries Private Medical Insurance Cycle & Tech Scheme Employee assistance programme Life insurance & Pension Scheme Social atmosphere, regular gatherings & team buildings Flexible way of working (role dependent) We are proud to support the Armed Forces Covenant & actively encourage applications from members of the Armed Forces community, including veterans, reservists, service leavers, and military spouses/partners. We recognise the value of military skills and experience and are committed to ensuring that no applicant is unfairly disadvantaged during our recruitment and selection processes. ALTEN is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace and values the strength that comes from a global mix of backgrounds and perspectives. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of background or protected characteristics under the Equality Act 2010. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know. This role may require you to have or be willing to go through Security Clearance. As part of the onboarding process candidates will be asked to complete a Baseline Personnel Security Standard; details of the evidence required to apply may be found on the government website Gov.UK. If you are unable to meet this and any associated criteria, then your employment may be delayed, or rejected . Details of this will be discussed with you at interview.