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.

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.  

Reference

2026-173971  

Position description

Domain

Production

Job field / Job profile

Manufacture assembly and repair - Conventional machining

Job title

Machinist

Employment type

Permanent

Professional category

Technician

Part time / Full time

Full-time

Job description

Machinist
Pitstone, Bucks

SHIFT BASED:

Week 1: Monday to Thursday: 6.00am to 2.00pm / Friday: 6.00am to 11.00am

Week 2: Monday to Thursday: 2.00pm to 10.00pm / Friday: 11.00am to 4.00pm

This shift pattern attracts a 14.5% shift premium on basic salary.

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:

As a Machinist at our Pitstone site, you'll be machining parts for use in electrical motors / generators. You'll need experience of working within a machining environment using CNC turning, grinding and drilling skills, whilst working to tight tolerences.

Key responsibilities:

• Use a multitude of hand tools including screw drivers, pliers, cutters, torque wrenches, jigs, fixtures, pneumatic tools and other manual hand tools.
• Operate machinery such as winding machine, hydraulic press, lathe etc.
• Carry out grinding and operate an NC controlled machine
• Read engineering drawings/layouts, engineering work instructions, associated documentation and working to operations route card travellers (support will be given to candidates unfamiliar with our winding diagrams)
• Measure own work
• Self-inspect products using bench electrical equipment (Resistance – Ohmmeter/ High voltage flash or Hi pot/surge/ Insulation resistance), measuring equipment (Vernier/ micrometre/ gauges) and mechanical equipment. Product specific training will be given as required.
• Diagnose and repair product faults
• Work within ISO 9001 / AS9100 standards.

But what else? (benefits, specificities, etc.)

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: 

• Competitive salary
• Excellent Pension and bonus scheme
• 33 Days Holiday (including bank holidays)
• Dental and BUPA cover
• Workplace nursery scheme
• Midday finish on Fridays
• Enhanced family friendly policies
• Wellbeing programme
• Employee assistance programme including health and finance
• Onsite subsidised canteen
• We support your ambitions with training, development, a personalised career plan and mobility opportunities

Candidate skills & requirements

What you'll bring:

• Demonstrated ability to grind and operate relevant machinery
• Milling and manual turning experience preferable
• Some CNC capability desirable
• Experience of working within a high quality control/compliance environment
• Ability to manual handle products weighing up to 25kg using lifting aides where appropriate
• Good observational skills and a keen eye for detail
• Good manual dexterity
• A flexible approach and a willingness to learn additional manufacturing skills

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.

Position location

Job location

Europe, UK, England, London

City (-ies)

Requester

Estimated arrival date

16/11/2026

Number of position(s)

1