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2026-181394 - Test and Development Engineer

Sat, 17 Oct 2026 00:14:54 Z

Entity : Safran is an international high-technology group operating in the fields of aerospace (propulsion, equipment and interiors), space and defense. Its mission is to contribute sustainably to a safer world, where air transport becomes ever more environmentally friendly, comfortable and accessible. Present on every continent, the Group employs 110,000 people and generated €31.3 billion in revenue in 2025. Safran holds, either independently or through partnerships, leading global or European positions in its markets. Safran was ranked second in the Aerospace & Defense sector in TIME magazine's ""World's Best Companies 2025"" ranking. As the world leader in aeronautical electrical systems, Safran Electrical & Power is a key player in the electrification of aircraft equipment and electric and hybrid propulsion. With expertise across the onboard energy chain, the company designs and delivers innovative, optimized and modular architectures and solutions.
Job field / Job profile : Architecture and systems engineering/Systems engineering
Employment type : Permanent
Job details :
Test and Development Engineer Pitstone, Buckinghamshire On Site Looking after the people who make Safran great is our priority. We offer a range of flexible benefits designed to support you—both in and out of work, including: • Early finish on Fridays • Competitive salary and annual bonus and pay review • 25 days' holiday + bank holidays (option to buy/sell) • Strong Pension scheme and life assurance • Professional development, ongoing training, mentoring • Onsite amenities: parking, restaurant, bicycle storage, showers • Family-friendly and accessible workplace policies Safran – Here, we craft excellence together. At Safran, excellence is a journey – and we'd love you to be a part of it. As a trusted global leader in aerospace, defence, and space, we are proud to be a company where diversity, innovation, and opportunity come together to shape a sustainable future where we can all succeed together through a shared vision We are looking for passionate individuals to join our R&D Test team as a Test and Development Engineer at our Pitstone site. Your Role As a Test and Development Engineer at Safran Electrical & Power you will work with the latest in aerospace technology to plan, organise and execute testing to support the development and qualification tests performed on Safran products. You will support maintenance of the current and qualification testing capabilities, ensuring the team is always a step ahead with innovative testing processes and systems. You will perform data analysis of test results, utilising your analytical capabilities to assess trends in the data and identify any product concerns, offering solutions to any issues. • Performing Electrical, Mechanical development and qualification tests on Safran electrical and Power products using high speed drives in conjunction with electrical, electronic and mechanical equipment and analogue and digital instrumentation. • Carry out mechanical and electrical testing of Safran Group products. • Mechanical equipment maintenance and installation. • Hydraulic circuit construction, using solid and flexible piping. • Installing system wiring in test cells, both high and low current. • Modify existing test rigs to accept new equipment / components. • Mechanical assembly of prototypes / development units.

What You'll Bring • An Engineering-related qualification (mechanical or electrical) and experience in electrical or mechanical development activities. • Ability and knowledge of test rig assembly and testing using a range of laboratory instrumentation and computer packages. • A level of development / certification knowledge and experience e.g. basic understanding of aspects of Development Engineering including Compliance Verification, Technical Risk, compilation of technical documentation, and use of instrumentation. • Able to follow procedures and clear instructions whether working independently or as part of a team. • Have a positive attitude and flexible, proactive approach to all aspects of work. • Ability to work under pressure to meet program deadlines. • Desirable - A basic knowledge of rotating machines, 3 stage and permanent magnet machines • Desirable - Experienced in Data Acquisition System and Analysis tools (i.e. Dewesoft, Labview & DasyLab) At Safran, we understand that diversity and inclusion make teams stronger and more effective, and as an organisation, we are committed to fair and equitable employment practices for everyone. We also know that some candidates may be put off applying for jobs where they don't meet 100% of the criteria outlined in the advert, however, we encourage anybody to apply if you can demonstrate a variety of skills and experience relevant to the requirements of this role. Please let us know if you would like to discuss any reasonable adjustments to the application or hiring process that may better facilitate your participation.
City (-ies) : Pitstone

2026-178444 - Senior Manufacturing Engineer

Fri, 16 Oct 2026 00:19:13 Z

2026-189103 - Value Stream Technical Lead

Thu, 15 Oct 2026 09:20:35 Z

Entity : Safran is an international high-technology group operating in the fields of aerospace (propulsion, equipment and interiors), space and defense. Its mission is to contribute sustainably to a safer world, where air transport becomes ever more environmentally friendly, comfortable and accessible. Present on every continent, the Group employs 110,000 people and generated €31.3 billion in revenue in 2025. Safran holds, either independently or through partnerships, leading global or European positions in its markets. Safran was ranked second in the Aerospace & Defense sector in TIME magazine's ""World's Best Companies 2025"" ranking. As the world leader in aeronautical electrical systems, Safran Electrical & Power is a key player in the electrification of aircraft equipment and electric and hybrid propulsion. With expertise across the onboard energy chain, the company designs and delivers innovative, optimized and modular architectures and solutions.
Job field / Job profile : Project management/Project management
Employment type : Permanent
Job details :
Value Stream Technical Lead Pitstone Hybrid Safran – Here, we craft excellence together. At Safran, excellence is a journey – and we'd love you to be a part of it. As a trusted global leader in aerospace, defence, and space, we are proud to be a company where diversity, innovation, and opportunity come together to shape a sustainable future where we can all succeed together through a shared vision. Safran Electrical & Power is one of the world's leaders in aircraft electrical systems. It is a key player in the equipment electrification & in the electric and hybrid propulsion sector. Mastering the on-board energy system, the company designs and provides modular, innovative and optimised architectures and solutions. Your Role Lead the delivery of Safran's most complex and strategically significant engineering development programmes, providing direction across multiple projects, global teams and senior stakeholder groups. Partnering closely with the Project Chief Engineer, Programme Managers and executive leadership, you will drive programme performance, customer satisfaction and business outcomes while shaping best practice across the wider project management community. Responsibilities: • Lead and govern major engineering development programmes, ensuring delivery against performance, cost, quality, schedule and business objectives throughout the product lifecycle. • Act as the senior programme interface for customers, partners, suppliers and executive stakeholders, building trusted relationships and driving successful programme outcomes. • Define and execute programme delivery strategies, ensuring alignment between technical, industrial and commercial objectives across global teams. • Drive achievement of development milestones, Non-Recurring Cost (NRC), Recurring Cost (RC) and risk-reduction targets while maintaining robust programme governance. • Provide leadership to cross-functional, multi-site Integrated Programme Teams across engineering, industrialisation, procurement, quality and supply chain functions. • Lead programme reviews, steering committees and key decision forums, providing clear recommendations and escalation paths for strategic issues and opportunities. • Oversee programme risk, opportunity and change management activities, ensuring informed decision-making and effective mitigation of technical and commercial risks. • Champion project management excellence, continuous improvement and the adoption of best practice methodologies, tools and standards across the wider organisation.

What You'll Bring • Degree qualified in Engineering, Systems Engineering or a related technical discipline, or able to demonstrate significant equivalent experience. • Extensive experience leading large-scale engineering development programmes within aerospace, defence or another highly regulated industry. • Proven track record of delivering complex programmes against demanding cost, schedule, technical performance and quality targets. • Excellent executive stakeholder management skills, including experience leading customer relationships at a strategic level. • Demonstrated ability to lead and inspire geographically dispersed, cross-functional teams in a matrix environment. • Advanced knowledge of project and programme management methodologies, governance frameworks, risk management and change control processes. We know that some candidates may be put off applying for jobs where they don't meet 100% of the criteria outlined in the advert. We encourage anybody to apply if you can demonstrate a variety of skills and experience relevant to the requirements of this role. Please let us know if you would like to discuss any reasonable adjustments to the hiring process that may better facilitate your participation.  We celebrate our differences and believe they make us stronger. We know that a fulfilling work environment is a key driver for innovative ideas and team success. Get involved: We also have a number of groups and forums across our sites that you can get involved with, including Women at Safran, Diversity at Safran, Sports Clubs, STEM ambassadors, Employee Forum, Charity Partnerships and Wellbeing Programs. If you're ready to take your career to new heights and be part of a company that's crafting the future of flight, apply today.
City (-ies) : Pitstone

2026-189894 - Industrial Program Manager

Tue, 13 Oct 2026 16:10:00 Z

Entity : Safran is an international high-technology group operating in the fields of aerospace (propulsion, equipment and interiors), space and defense. Its mission is to contribute sustainably to a safer world, where air transport becomes ever more environmentally friendly, comfortable and accessible. Present on every continent, the Group employs 110,000 people and generated €31.3 billion in revenue in 2025. Safran holds, either independently or through partnerships, leading global or European positions in its markets. Safran was ranked second in the Aerospace & Defense sector in TIME magazine's ""World's Best Companies 2025"" ranking. As the world leader in aeronautical electrical systems, Safran Electrical & Power is a key player in the electrification of aircraft equipment and electric and hybrid propulsion. With expertise across the onboard energy chain, the company designs and delivers innovative, optimized and modular architectures and solutions.
Job field / Job profile : Project management/Senior project manager
Employment type : Permanent
Job details :
Industrial Program Manager Pitstone Safran – Here, we craft excellence together. At Safran, excellence is a journey – and we'd love you to be a part of it. As a trusted global leader in aerospace, defence, and space, we are proud to be a company where diversity, innovation, and opportunity come together to shape a sustainable future where we can all succeed together through a shared vision. Safran Electrical & Power is one of the world's leaders in aircraft electrical systems. It is a key player in the equipment electrification & in the electric and hybrid propulsion sector. Mastering the on-board energy system, the company designs and provides modular, innovative and optimised architectures and solutions. Your Role The Industrial Program Manager leads industrialisation and manufacturing activities for major programmes, ensuring products are successfully transitioned from development into series production. Working across engineering, supply chain, and manufacturing teams, the role drives production readiness, industrial performance, and delivery of quality, cost, and schedule objectives. The position oversees multi-site industrialisation projects, manufacturing maturity, and recurring cost performance throughout the product lifecycle. Key Responsibilities • Lead and coordinate all industrialisation and manufacturing activities across multiple production sites, ensuring alignment with programme objectives and milestones. • Develop and manage industrialisation, production, manufacturing ramp-up, validation, and industrial maturity plans for new products and technologies. • Ensure manufacturing readiness by validating industrial processes, assessing technology maturity (TRL/MRL), and confirming product manufacturability through reviews and audits. • Establish and maintain industrial schemes and supply strategies, ensuring production and supply capabilities support programme requirements throughout development and series production. • Manage the industrial validation process, including APQP activities, production transfers, qualification programmes, and readiness reviews. • Monitor and control industrialisation costs, schedules, risks, and quality performance, driving corrective actions where required. • Deliver recurring production cost objectives, developing and implementing cost reduction initiatives for both series production and spare parts throughout the product lifecycle. • Coordinate cross-functional teams to resolve production, quality, supply chain, and industrialisation issues, ensuring timely closure of actions and programme risks. • Support customer and supplier negotiations relating to industrialisation, manufacturing strategy, contractual commitments, funding requirements, and pricing changes. • Prepare and manage industrial budgets, capacity planning, obsolescence activities, and performance reporting to support programme and business objectives.

What You'll Bring • Proven experience leading complex aerospace programmes, with strong knowledge of programme and project management methodologies. • Degree-qualified (or equivalent) with a track record of successfully delivering projects across product development and production environments. • Strong technical understanding of electrical generator products and their application within aerospace programmes. • Demonstrated experience managing products throughout the full lifecycle, from development and qualification through to entry into service and production. • Ability to lead and influence cross-functional teams, fostering collaboration across engineering, manufacturing, supply chain, and customer stakeholders. • Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and negotiation skills, with the ability to build consensus and achieve programme objectives. • Self-motivated and results-driven, with strong problem-solving and decision-making capabilities in complex, fast-paced, and highly regulated environments. We know that some candidates may be put off applying for jobs where they don't meet 100% of the criteria outlined in the advert. We encourage anybody to apply if you can demonstrate a variety of skills and experience relevant to the requirements of this role. Please let us know if you would like to discuss any reasonable adjustments to the hiring process that may better facilitate your participation.  We celebrate our differences and believe they make us stronger. We know that a fulfilling work environment is a key driver for innovative ideas and team success. Get involved: We also have a number of groups and forums across our sites that you can get involved with, including Women at Safran, Diversity at Safran, Sports Clubs, STEM ambassadors, Employee Forum, Charity Partnerships and Wellbeing Programs. If you're ready to take your career to new heights and be part of a company that's crafting the future of flight, apply today.
City (-ies) : Westfield Road LU7 9RH Pitstone, Buckinghamshire
Language / Level :
English : Bilingual

2026-184734 - Senior Control Systems Engineer

Tue, 13 Oct 2026 15:03:30 Z

2026-173971 - Machinist

Tue, 13 Oct 2026 08:09:37 Z

2026-178441 - Senior Metrology Engineer

Mon, 12 Oct 2026 17:56:33 Z

2026-181383 - Principal Mechanical Engineer

Sat, 10 Oct 2026 00:17:36 Z

Entity : Safran is an international high-technology group operating in the fields of aerospace (propulsion, equipment and interiors), space and defense. Its mission is to contribute sustainably to a safer world, where air transport becomes ever more environmentally friendly, comfortable and accessible. Present on every continent, the Group employs 110,000 people and generated €31.3 billion in revenue in 2025. Safran holds, either independently or through partnerships, leading global or European positions in its markets. Safran was ranked second in the Aerospace & Defense sector in TIME magazine's ""World's Best Companies 2025"" ranking. As the world leader in aeronautical electrical systems, Safran Electrical & Power is a key player in the electrification of aircraft equipment and electric and hybrid propulsion. With expertise across the onboard energy chain, the company designs and delivers innovative, optimized and modular architectures and solutions.
Job field / Job profile : Mechanics/Mechanical system architecture
Employment type : Permanent
Job details :
Principal Electro-Mechanical Engineer Pitstone, Tring, Hertfordshire £ Competitive Benefits: 8% Bonus, Excellent Pension, 33 Days Holiday, Dental, BUPA, EV Scheme, Workplace nursery scheme, Midday finish on Fridays, Enhanced family friendly policies, Wellbeing programme, Employee assistance programme including health and finance, Onsite subsidised canteen Skills: Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering degree, Certification, Airworthiness, Catia V5, Windchill, Integrity , Knowledge of EASA/FAA/RTCA, Technical audit, CVE experience At Safran Electrical & Power, we recognise that aviation needs to innovate and change in order to protect our environment. We believe that future aircraft power systems will be hybrid-electric or full-electric, which is why we are working to develop and deliver advanced electrical solutions to help decarbonise flight. The UK Safran Electrical & Power team has expertise in designing and developing electrical systems comprising generators, power conversion, distribution and control, with developing expertise in electric motors for aircraft propulsion. If you want to help deliver this future, we are looking for enthusiastic and creative people to join our team. The Role As a Principal Electro-Mechanical Engineer at Safran Electrical & Power you will be responsible for achieving technical and economic performance objectives during the life cycle of a product or product family whilst utilising the latest technology. You will strategically analyse market needs and trends, ensuring the products meet the customer requirements during the whole life cycle. You will participate and lead design and technical reviews to ensure prospective products follow the “First Time Right” design methodology. You will use your experience and researching capabilities to maintain and propose roadmaps to ensure products are ahead of the curve and ahead of market trends. You will be the main contact for issues and queries relating to mechanical design or rotating electric machines. • Ensure the product line achieves and surpasses technical and economic performance objectives. • Ensure the product meets customer requirements during the whole life cycle. • Strategically analyse the market, consumer needs, trends and competition to ensure the products and product families are market leading. • Elaborate and maintain the product roadmap, proposing future technical roadmaps in collaboration with the Research & Technology team. • Identify and influence research and technology studies related to the products you have technical authority over. • Participate and chair design & technical reviews if the product within the product family to ensure “First Time Right” design methodology is followed. • During the bid phase, you will validate the tender compliance to product policy and architecture, guaranteeing the product suitability to the customers' requirements and expectations.

Desirable Experience We are looking for candidates with a range of skills and experience. If you have a good mix of the following, we'd love to hear from you: • Degree in aerospace or mechanical engineering preferred. • Substantial experience in the mechanical design of rotating machinery, and ideally electric machines. • An understanding of airworthiness requirements and understanding of EASA/FAA and RTCA regulations. • A solid understanding of the product development process. • A track record of leading NPI project of a reasonable size and budget as a lead or project engineer. • Familiarity with the principles of design cost, design for manufacture and design for assembly with a track record of solution generation to achieve manufacturing costs and assembly needs. • Previous experience using relevant engineering and analysis software tools, including Catia V5, Windchill and Integrity. • Evidence of written English at interview stage.
City (-ies) : Pitstone

2026-185834 - Test and Development Support Technician

Thu, 08 Oct 2026 00:26:42 Z

2026-178225 - Manufacturing Engineer

Sun, 04 Oct 2026 00:13:34 Z

2026-188970 - Project Manager (Technical)

Sat, 03 Oct 2026 00:56:47 Z

Entity : Safran is an international high-technology group operating in the fields of aerospace (propulsion, equipment and interiors), space and defense. Its mission is to contribute sustainably to a safer world, where air transport becomes ever more environmentally friendly, comfortable and accessible. Present on every continent, the Group employs 110,000 people and generated €31.3 billion in revenue in 2025. Safran holds, either independently or through partnerships, leading global or European positions in its markets. Safran was ranked second in the Aerospace & Defense sector in TIME magazine's ""World's Best Companies 2025"" ranking. As the world leader in aeronautical electrical systems, Safran Electrical & Power is a key player in the electrification of aircraft equipment and electric and hybrid propulsion. With expertise across the onboard energy chain, the company designs and delivers innovative, optimized and modular architectures and solutions.
Job field / Job profile : Project management/Project management
Employment type : Permanent
Job details :
Project Manager (Technical) Pitstone Safran – Here, we craft excellence together. At Safran, excellence is a journey – and we'd love you to be a part of it. As a trusted global leader in aerospace, defence, and space, we are proud to be a company where diversity, innovation, and opportunity come together to shape a sustainable future where we can all succeed together through a shared vision. Safran Electrical & Power is one of the world's leaders in aircraft electrical systems. It is a key player in the equipment electrification & in the electric and hybrid propulsion sector. Mastering the on-board energy system, the company designs and provides modular, innovative and optimised architectures and solutions. Your Role The Project Manager plays a pivotal role in leading the delivery of complex engineering development programmes that shape the future of aerospace innovation. Working closely with the Project Chief Engineer, Programme Manager and global stakeholders, you'll drive programme performance from concept through to entry into service, ensuring delivery against cost, quality, schedule and customer commitments. Responsibilities: • Lead the planning, execution and delivery of engineering development programmes, ensuring performance, cost, quality and schedule objectives are achieved. • Drive programme governance, risk management and decision-making, escalating key issues and recommendations to senior leadership and steering committees. • Own project schedules, budgets and development milestones from contract award through to entry into service. • Act as a primary interface for customers, partners, suppliers and internal stakeholders, ensuring clear communication and alignment throughout the programme lifecycle. • Lead cross-functional Integrated Programme Teams across UK, France and US sites, coordinating engineering, industrialisation, procurement and partner activities. • Manage programme risks, opportunities, changes and configuration control activities, ensuring robust assessment of cost, schedule and technical impacts. • Develop and maintain project dashboards, governance reviews and performance reporting, providing accurate programme status updates to leadership teams. • Champion continuous improvement, project management best practice and the effective use of Safran's development processes, methodologies and digital tools.

What You'll Bring • Degree qualified in Engineering, Systems Engineering or a related technical discipline, or able to demonstrate equivalent experience. • Proven experience leading complex engineering development programmes within aerospace, defence or another highly-regulated industrial manufacturing industry. • Strong track record of delivering programmes against cost, schedule and quality targets across the full product development lifecycle. • Demonstrated experience managing customer relationships and engaging with senior internal and external stakeholders. • Proven ability to lead multi-disciplinary, geographically dispersed teams, including suppliers and external development partners. • Strong knowledge of project and programme management methodologies (APM, PMI or equivalent), alongside experience of stage-gate or PLM-based development processes. We know that some candidates may be put off applying for jobs where they don't meet 100% of the criteria outlined in the advert. We encourage anybody to apply if you can demonstrate a variety of skills and experience relevant to the requirements of this role. Please let us know if you would like to discuss any reasonable adjustments to the hiring process that may better facilitate your participation.  We celebrate our differences and believe they make us stronger. We know that a fulfilling work environment is a key driver for innovative ideas and team success. Get involved: We also have a number of groups and forums across our sites that you can get involved with, including Women at Safran, Diversity at Safran, Sports Clubs, STEM ambassadors, Employee Forum, Charity Partnerships and Wellbeing Programs. If you're ready to take your career to new heights and be part of a company that's crafting the future of flight, apply today.
City (-ies) : Pitstone

2026-179567 - Production & Operations Manager - OEM

Sat, 26 Sep 2026 00:16:15 Z

2026-179808 - Senior Supportability Engineer

Fri, 25 Sep 2026 00:14:44 Z

2026-186711 - NPI Buyer

Thu, 24 Sep 2026 10:52:32 Z

2026-187554 - Senior Materials Engineer

Sat, 12 Sep 2026 00:53:32 Z

2026-184712 - Senior Systems Engineer

Fri, 21 Aug 2026 00:38:59 Z

Entity : Safran is an international high-technology group operating in the fields of aerospace (propulsion, equipment and interiors), space and defense. Its mission is to contribute sustainably to a safer world, where air transport becomes ever more environmentally friendly, comfortable and accessible. Present on every continent, the Group employs 110,000 people and generated €31.3 billion in revenue in 2025. Safran holds, either independently or through partnerships, leading global or European positions in its markets. Safran was ranked second in the Aerospace & Defense sector in TIME magazine's ""World's Best Companies 2025"" ranking. As the world leader in aeronautical electrical systems, Safran Electrical & Power is a key player in the electrification of aircraft equipment and electric and hybrid propulsion. With expertise across the onboard energy chain, the company designs and delivers innovative, optimized and modular architectures and solutions.
Job field / Job profile : Architecture and systems engineering/Systems engineering
Employment type : Permanent
Job details :
Senior Systems Engineer Pitstone, Buckinghamshire Hybrid Skills: Systems Thinking, Systems Engineering, Model Based Systems, V&V, Requirements, Continuous Improvement, Systems Architecture, MBSE, Windchill Looking after the people who make Safran great is our priority. We offer a range of flexible benefits designed to support you—both in and out of work, including: • Early finish on Fridays • Competitive salary and annual bonus and pay review • 25 days' holiday + bank holidays (option to buy/sell) • Strong Pension scheme and life assurance • Professional development, ongoing training, mentoring • Onsite amenities: parking, restaurant, bicycle storage, showers • Family-friendly and accessible workplace policies At Safran Electrical & Power, we recognise that aviation needs to innovate and change in order to protect our environment. We believe that future aircraft power systems will be hybrid-electric or full-electric, which is why we are working to develop and deliver advanced electrical solutions to help decarbonise flight. The Safran Electrical & Power team has expertise in designing and developing electrical systems comprising generators, power conversion, control systems and electric motors for aircraft propulsion. If you want to help deliver this future, we are looking for enthusiastic and creative people to join our team. The Role Based at the Safran Electrical & Power Centre of Excellence in Pitstone you will work within the Systems Engineering team to lead the development of advanced aircraft electrical power generation, distribution and propulsion systems. Responsible for the full systems engineering lifecycle, you will define, develop, integrate and support innovative electrical systems from concept through to certification and in-service support. Working within a multidisciplinary engineering team, you will provide technical leadership, manage customer and stakeholder requirements, oversee system integration and verification activities, and ensure compliance with aerospace standards and certification requirements. This role offers the opportunity to work on cutting-edge aerospace technologies while engaging closely with customers, suppliers and internal engineering teams to deliver complex safety-critical systems. • Lead systems engineering work packages, ensuring delivery to schedule, budget, quality and applicable standards. • Define and manage system requirements, working closely with customers and multidisciplinary teams. • Develop system architectures, perform performance analysis, trade studies and support system integration. • Oversee subsystem development and ensure effective requirements flow-down and implementation. • Lead verification, validation and compliance activities throughout the system lifecycle. • Provide technical leadership, acting as the primary customer interface for system development and performance decisions.

We are looking for candidates with a range of skills and experience, but we're also keen to help people grow and develop in this role. If you have some or all of the following, we'd love to hear from you: • Degree qualified in Engineering (Electrical, Electronic, Aerospace, Systems or a related discipline) or possess equivalent experience in a relevant technical field. • Proven experience across the full systems engineering lifecycle, including system design, integration, verification and validation, ideally within electrical power generation, distribution or electrical propulsion systems. • Experience working on aircraft systems or other complex safety-critical products, with a strong understanding of their development and integration challenges. • Good understanding of Systems Engineering principles and processes, and their application throughout the product lifecycle. • Demonstrated ability to work with customers and stakeholders to capture, analyse and translate needs into clear technical requirements, while building effective relationships. • Experience leading technical reviews, workshops and customer meetings within the aerospace sector. • Knowledge and experience of: o System architecture definition and decomposition o Operational, functional and physical analysis o Requirements definition and management o System integration o Verification & Validation (V&V) planning and execution o System implementation and verification • Experience using Windchill requirements management tools would be advantageous. • Familiarity with aerospace systems development standards and processes, particularly ARP4754, is desirable. • Strong analytical, problem-solving and communication skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders and work effectively within multidisciplinary engineering teams.
City (-ies) : Westfield Road LU7 9RH Pitstone, Buckinghamshire

2026-186097 - Lead Design QA Engineer

Thu, 20 Aug 2026 00:48:13 Z

Entity : Safran is an international high-technology group operating in the fields of aerospace (propulsion, equipment and interiors), space and defense. Its mission is to contribute sustainably to a safer world, where air transport becomes ever more environmentally friendly, comfortable and accessible. Present on every continent, the Group employs 110,000 people and generated €31.3 billion in revenue in 2025. Safran holds, either independently or through partnerships, leading global or European positions in its markets. Safran was ranked second in the Aerospace & Defense sector in TIME magazine's ""World's Best Companies 2025"" ranking. As the world leader in aeronautical electrical systems, Safran Electrical & Power is a key player in the electrification of aircraft equipment and electric and hybrid propulsion. With expertise across the onboard energy chain, the company designs and delivers innovative, optimized and modular architectures and solutions.
Job field / Job profile : Quality/ development quality assurance (design / industrial engineering / tools/ support and services)
Employment type : Permanent
Job details :
Lead Design Quality Assurance Engineer Pitstone Skills: APQP, FMEA, PPAP, Root Cause Analysis, AS9100, EASA / CAA Part 21J, Auditing Safran – Here, we craft excellence together. At Safran, excellence is a journey – and we'd love you to be a part of it. As a global leader in aerospace, defence, and space, we are proud to be a company where diversity, innovation, and opportunity come together to shape a sustainable future. We are looking for passionate individuals to join our team as a Lead Design Quality Assurance Engineer at our Pitstone site. The Lead Design QA Engineer ensures engineering designs meet safety, regulatory (EASA, CAA) and customer requirements before production commences focusing on risk mitigation and process compliance and engages effectively with all involved regulatory bodies. Lead engineer is responsible for planning and delivery of design assurance oversight in line with Part 21J airworthiness requirements and Design Organization Handbook (DOH) requirements applicable to the customer products, responsible for achieving 100% compliance with airworthiness. Lead engineer will engage with heads of production, engineering, configuration and support functions defining strategy for defect prevention, root cause analysis and continuous improvement across the full product development lifecycle. Lead Design Quality Assurance activities in accordance with EASA/CAA Part 21J airworthiness requirements and the Design Organisation Handbook (DOH). Develop and implement quality strategies, performance measures, and KPIs to ensure compliance with customer, regulatory, and business requirements. Act as the primary quality escalation point for customers, project teams, and regulatory authorities, maintaining continued airworthiness and product compliance. Lead design reviews, including PDR, CDR, and development programme milestones, ensuring quality, safety, reliability, and producibility are embedded throughout the design lifecycle. Drive defect prevention, root cause analysis, and continuous improvement activities through RCCA, FRACA, and corrective action programmes. Review and validate technical documentation, design changes, and compliance evidence to support certification and customer requirements. Lead technical and process audits, oversee non-conformance management, and approve corrective action closure activities. Define quality support requirements for NPI programmes and work closely with Engineering, Operations, Supply Chain, Supplier Quality, and Programme teams to achieve programme objectives. Coach, mentor, and develop Design Quality Assurance Engineers while identifying training needs and opportunities for process improvement. Influence operational leaders to ensure quality assurance processes and best practices are effectively deployed across production environments. Represent the business in customer and regulatory meetings, providing quality leadership, performance reporting, and compliance updates.

What You'll Bring Education & Qualification: • Bachelor's degree in aerospace, science, or engineering highly desirable. • 5 - 10 years' experience in aerospace industry or equivalent at engineering, design & development, or quality positions. • Proficiency in ISO9001, AS9100 QMS standards deployment and implementation. • Previous experience working with EASA/ CAA part 21J. • Experience in internal and external audit and auditing techniques, lead auditor trained preferred. • APQP Specialist with demonstrated proficiency in PPAP, FMEA and MSA. • Problem solving proficient.8D, RCCA, FRACA with Six Sigma DMAIC Black Belt being desired. • Configuration and data management experience. • Ability to interpret and explain engineering drawings, CAD models and technical specifications. • Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and ability to communicate technical, complex issues effectively. • Ability to solve complex problems and deal with a variety of variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. • Experience with working in a new production environment. • Demonstrated coaching and development skills Here, we craft excellence together. If you're ready to take your career to new heights and be part of a company that's crafting the future of flight, apply today. At Safran, we understand that diversity and inclusion make teams stronger and more effective, and as an organisation, we are committed to fair and equitable employment practices for everyone and are proudly a Disability Confident Employer. We also know that some candidates may be put off applying for jobs where they don't meet 100% of the criteria outlined in the advert, however, we encourage anybody to apply if you can demonstrate a variety of skills and experience relevant to the requirements of this role. We will consider all applicants who meet the minimum essential requirements regardless of their identity or background. Please let us know in your cover letter if you would like to discuss any reasonable adjustments to the application or hiring process that may better facilitate your participation. We will make every effort to respond to your request for assistance as soon as possible – including guaranteed interviews under the Disability Confident Scheme for those that qualify. Get involved: We also have a number of groups and forums onsite that you can get involved with, including Women at Safran, STEM ambassadors, Employee Forum, Charity Partnerships and Wellbeing Programs. Our Wellbeing Program in Pitstone aims to place employee wellbeing at the heart of our business, and we integrate it within all that we do. The program is made up of four wellbeing committees; Healthy Minds, Physical, Social & Financial. Our enhanced family friendly policies re-enforce our commitment to providing a workplace that is both diverse and inclusive.
City (-ies) : Westfield Road LU7 9RH Pitstone, Buckinghamshire

2026-186095 - Design QA Engineer

Thu, 20 Aug 2026 00:48:10 Z

Entity : Safran is an international high-technology group operating in the fields of aerospace (propulsion, equipment and interiors), space and defense. Its mission is to contribute sustainably to a safer world, where air transport becomes ever more environmentally friendly, comfortable and accessible. Present on every continent, the Group employs 110,000 people and generated €31.3 billion in revenue in 2025. Safran holds, either independently or through partnerships, leading global or European positions in its markets. Safran was ranked second in the Aerospace & Defense sector in TIME magazine's ""World's Best Companies 2025"" ranking. As the world leader in aeronautical electrical systems, Safran Electrical & Power is a key player in the electrification of aircraft equipment and electric and hybrid propulsion. With expertise across the onboard energy chain, the company designs and delivers innovative, optimized and modular architectures and solutions.
Job field / Job profile : Quality/ development quality assurance (design / industrial engineering / tools/ support and services)
Employment type : Fixed Term contract
Job details :
Design Quality Assurance Engineer Pitstone Skills: APQP, FMEA, PPAP, Root Cause Analysis, AS9100, EASA / CAA Part 21J, Auditing Safran – Here, we craft excellence together. At Safran, excellence is a journey – and we'd love you to be a part of it. As a global leader in aerospace, defence, and space, we are proud to be a company where diversity, innovation, and opportunity come together to shape a sustainable future. We are looking for passionate individuals to join our Operations team as a Design Quality Assurance Engineer at our Pitstone site. You will ensure engineering designs meet safety, regulatory, and customer requirements before production commences. Working within a highly regulated aerospace environment, you will focus on risk mitigation, airworthiness compliance, design assurance, and continuous improvement throughout the product development lifecycle. You will maintain design assurance oversight in accordance with EASA/CAA Part 21J airworthiness requirements and the Design Organisation Handbook (DOH), ensuring engineering processes, procedures, and technical documentation achieve the highest levels of compliance and quality. The role requires close collaboration with engineering, programme management, operations, configuration control, supply chain, supplier quality, and customer stakeholders to deliver robust, compliant designs that support both customer and regulatory requirements. Responsibilities Ensure all design, design change, and continued airworthiness documentation complies with EASA/CAA Part 21J and customer requirements. Provide design assurance oversight in accordance with Design Organisation Approval (DOA) and Design Organisation Handbook (DOH) requirements. Support design reviews, including PDR and CDR activities, ensuring quality, safety, reliability, and producibility are integrated into designs from the outset. Review and validate technical documentation to confirm design intent and performance requirements are met. Drive defect prevention activities and support continuous improvement initiatives across engineering and production functions. Facilitate Root Cause Corrective Action (RCCA) and Failure Reporting, Analysis & Corrective Action (FRACA) investigations to prevent recurrence of quality issues. Support Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) activities throughout New Product Introduction (NPI) programmes. Champion DFMEA and PFMEA deployment and maintenance during the development lifecycle. Compile, review, approve, and report on FAIR and PPAP submissions where required. Conduct and support internal and external audits, identifying opportunities for improvement and ensuring compliance with regulatory and quality standards. Provide guidance and coaching on quality assurance tools, methodologies, and best practices. Key escalation point for product quality matters within project teams. Support customer meetings, regular reviews relating to quality and compliance performance.

What You'll Bring • 5 years' experience within the aerospace industry or a similarly regulated engineering environment. •Experience in engineering, design and development, quality assurance, or quality engineering roles. •Experience supporting New Product Introduction (NPI) programmes. •Proven experience conducting internal and external audits. •Experience working within quality management systems and regulated environments. •Experience with configuration control and data management processes. •Experience working directly with customers, suppliers, and cross-functional project teams. •Experience supporting problem-solving and continuous improvement activities within engineering or manufacturing environments. Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in aerospace engineering, Engineering, Science, or a related discipline. Lead Auditor qualification or training. Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification would be beneficial. Here, we craft excellence together. If you're ready to take your career to new heights and be part of a company that's crafting the future of flight, apply today. At Safran, we understand that diversity and inclusion make teams stronger and more effective, and as an organisation, we are committed to fair and equitable employment practices for everyone and are proudly a Disability Confident Employer. We also know that some candidates may be put off applying for jobs where they don't meet 100% of the criteria outlined in the advert, however, we encourage anybody to apply if you can demonstrate a variety of skills and experience relevant to the requirements of this role. We will consider all applicants who meet the minimum essential requirements regardless of their identity or background. Please let us know in your cover letter if you would like to discuss any reasonable adjustments to the application or hiring process that may better facilitate your participation. We will make every effort to respond to your request for assistance as soon as possible – including guaranteed interviews under the Disability Confident Scheme for those that qualify. Get involved: We also have a number of groups and forums onsite that you can get involved with, including Women at Safran, STEM ambassadors, Employee Forum, Charity Partnerships and Wellbeing Programs. Our Wellbeing Program in Pitstone aims to place employee wellbeing at the heart of our business, and we integrate it within all that we do. The program is made up of four wellbeing committees; Healthy Minds, Physical, Social & Financial. Our enhanced family friendly policies re-enforce our commitment to providing a workplace that is both diverse and inclusive.
City (-ies) : Westfield Road LU7 9RH Pitstone, Buckinghamshire