General information

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.

Safran Landing Systems is the world leader in landing gear, wheels & brakes, and associated systems for civil and military aircraft and helicopters. We master the entire lifecycle of our products, from design and manufacturing through to maintenance. Did you know that every second, somewhere in the world, an aircraft lands using one of our systems?
Would you like to grow in an international, stimulating and supportive environment within a human-sized company? Join us! Become one of our 8,000 passionate employees worldwide.
Don't meet 100% of the requirements? That's not a barrier for us. Above all, we're looking for creative and committed people!  

Reference

2026-185216  

Position description

Domain

Production

Job field / Job profile

Industrial engineering - Special processes engineering

Job Family

Process Engineering

Job title

Laboratory Process Technician, Chemistry & Environmental M/F

Employment type

Permanent

Professional category

Technician

Part time / Full time

Full-time

Job description

𝐀𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐒𝐚𝐟𝐫𝐚𝐧 𝐋𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐒𝐲𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐦𝐬

Safran Landing Systems is a global leader in aircraft landing and braking systems, serving commercial aviation, business travel, and military and defense fleets. We are committed to excellence throughout the entire product life cycle—from design, engineering, and manufacturing, to maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO).

𝐘𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐑𝐨𝐥𝐞

As a key member of our Laboratory team, you will play a vital role in supporting the quality and efficiency of our electroplating and chemical processes, ensuring compliance with process specifications, health, safety, and environmental legislation, and contributing to a culture of continuous improvement.

𝐊𝐞𝐲 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐩𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐛𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐞𝐬

𝐐𝐮𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐌𝐚𝐧𝐚𝐠𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭:

- Perform detailed chemical analyses and manage solution processes to ensure effective, efficient service and compliance with process specifications and COMAH regulations.
- Compile and publish vat analysis data, with a focus on salvage activity and electroplating (preferably Zinc Nickel).

𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡, 𝐒𝐚𝐟𝐞𝐭𝐲 & 𝐄𝐧𝐯𝐢𝐫𝐨𝐧𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭:

- Maintain strict adherence to Health, Safety, and Environmental legislation to safeguard staff, visitors, and the wider community.
- Manage and optimize processing chemicals on site in accordance with COMAH, including procurement, storage, and waste management.

𝐋𝐚𝐛𝐨𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐲 𝐎𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 & 𝐒𝐮𝐩𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭:

- Prepare and test laboratory samples such as test panels, conduct salt spray tests, Lawrence Gauge analysis, and paint strip controls.
- Support internal and external audits (Quality, Supplier, MRO, Product, and Customer).
- Provide technical support as part of project teams and for designated turnkey projects.
- Participate in the management and preventative maintenance (PPM) of laboratory and plating plant equipment.

𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐮𝐨𝐮𝐬 𝐈𝐦𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭:

- Optimize techniques, specifications, and processes to meet production demand and drive defect elimination.
- Support the business in achieving new product and process capabilities, including REACh compliance.
- Review process control specifications and maintain/refine works procedures as necessary.
- Involve yourself in continuous improvement activities, aiming to reduce processing times and advance shop-floor efficiency.

Candidate skills & requirements

𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐘𝐨𝐮'𝐥𝐥 𝐁𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠

𝐄𝐬𝐬𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐚𝐥:

- Degree in Chemistry or a related scientific discipline (or equivalent relevant laboratory experience, preferably in an engineering/plating context in aerospace or automotive).
- Comprehensive knowledge of electroplating processes and related analytic techniques (titrations, atomic absorption spectrometry, X-ray fluorescence).
- Strong experience with COSHH and safe handling of chemicals.
- Ability to read and interpret specifications, regulatory documents, and operational methods.
- Track record in process control, laboratory testing, and data analysis.
- Proficiency with IT systems and good mathematical ability.
- Excellent organisational, planning, and time management skills.
- High attention to detail and strong commitment to quality ("Right First Time" mindset).
- Effective communication and strong team-working skills.
- Flexible, self-motivated, and willing to learn or extend skillsets.
- Familiarity with Lean Sigma disciplines and 5S principles.

𝐃𝐞𝐬𝐢𝐫𝐚𝐛𝐥𝐞:

- Experience in gap analysis and closing activities related to new product and process compliance.
- Participation in or support of environmental, lean, or process improvement projects.

𝐖𝐡𝐲 𝐉𝐨𝐢𝐧 𝐒𝐚𝐟𝐫𝐚𝐧 𝐋𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐒𝐲𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐦𝐬?

𝐖𝐞 𝐜𝐫𝐚𝐟𝐭 𝐞𝐱𝐜𝐞𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐭𝐨𝐠𝐞𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐫.
Be part of a globally recognized aerospace business with over 100,000 colleagues across 300 sites in 30 countries. At Safran, you'll benefit from:

- Competitive salary, annual bonus, and regular pay reviews
- 25 days' holiday + bank holidays (with salary sacrifice scheme for buy/sell)
- Up to 8% employer-matched pension and life assurance
- Early Friday finish (role dependent)
- Health cash plan, cycle-to-work, and tech purchase schemes
- Ongoing training, professional development, and mentoring
- On-site parking, restaurant, bicycle storage, and showers
- Family-friendly and accessible workplace policies
- Inclusive groups: Women at Safran, Diversity forums, sport & STEM clubs, charity partnerships, wellbeing programs
- Strong commitment to diversity, equity & inclusion
- Global mobility and career progression opportunities

If you are passionate about playing a key role in the future of aerospace and want to be part of a company that values innovation, teamwork, and diversity, we encourage you to apply—even if you do not meet 100% of the criteria. Safran is committed to supporting reasonable adjustments throughout the application process.

Position location

Job location

Europe, UK, England, South West

City (-ies)

Requester

Estimated arrival date

14/09/2026

Number of position(s)

1