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AI Assurance Specialist - Mission Systems & Edge Deployments Morela is partnering with one of the UK's fastest-growing AI consultancies to hire an AI Assurance SME with deep expertise in mission systems, edge deployments, and operational AI environments . This is a unique opportunity to influence how AI is deployed safely and responsibly in high-stakes, mission-critical contexts . Contract: Long-term (3+ years) IR35: Inside IR35 Clearance: Active SC or DV clearance required About the Role You'll act as a trusted subject matter expert on the assurance of AI used in complex operational systems. From autonomous platforms to edge-deployed AI , you'll shape assurance criteria, manage risks, and ensure solutions are robust, ethical, and aligned with defence and government standards . Key Responsibilities Provide technical assurance across mission systems, edge AI deployments, and operational rollouts. Translate operational needs into practical assurance criteria based on leading frameworks and regulations. Support test, evaluation, verification, and validation (TEV&V) methods for edge-based AI. Advise projects on safety, resilience, and human factors in AI adoption. Guide assurance of autonomous/semi-autonomous platforms , aligned with MOD Ethical Principles for AI . Define criteria for human-machine teaming , ensuring trust, transparency, and operator control. Identify and mitigate risks and dependencies around AI adoption at the edge. Essential Experience Strong track record in mission-critical operational systems (defence, aerospace, transport, etc.). Deep knowledge of AI assurance and risk frameworks (NIST AI RMF, ISO/IEC 42001, EU AI Act). Hands-on experience deploying AI/ML at the edge , including resource-constrained environments. Experience with adversarial ML techniques (robustness testing, red-teaming) and cyber resilience . Experience integrating or assuring autonomous/semi-autonomous systems (UAVs, UGVs, maritime, aerospace). Applied expertise in human factors for autonomy (trust, usability, operator oversight). Ability to engage confidently with technical, operational, and regulatory stakeholders . Why Join? Be part of a rapidly growing AI consultancy delivering high-impact national projects. Influence critical programmes where AI safety, resilience, and ethics are paramount. Long-term 3+ year engagement , offering stability on cutting-edge projects.

AI Consultant - Assurance & Risk (SC/DV Cleared) Location: London + UK travel Contract: Inside IR35 SC cleared (DV desirable) candidates only. Morela is supporting our client, seeking an experienced AI Consultant - Assurance & Risk to help embed trust, safety, and responsibility into AI adoption across high-security projects. Key Responsibilities: Implement AI risk management and assurance frameworks. Conduct testing, evaluation, and validation of AI/ML solutions. Advise Defence teams on ethical, regulatory, and operational compliance. Support safe deployment of AI systems and guide MLOps practices. What we're looking for: Active SC clearance (DV desirable). Experience in AI assurance, risk management, or governance. Knowledge of standards such as ISO, NIST, FIPA . Strong communication skills for both technical and non-technical stakeholders. Why join: Work on Defence AI projects of national importance. Collaborate with industry leaders in AI ethics and safety. Shape the future of responsible AI in high-security environments. Please contact me for immeidate consaideraiton.