At a Glance
- Tasks: Create detailed CAD models and oversee qualification testing of composite products.
- Company: Safran Actuation Systems UK is a leader in aerospace actuation systems.
- Benefits: Enjoy an early finish on Fridays, competitive salary, and strong pension scheme.
- Other info: Location: Banbury, United Kingdom; involvement in diversity and wellbeing programs.
- Why this job: Join a dynamic engineering team focused on innovative composite product development.
- Qualifications: Degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent; FEA knowledge preferred.
The predicted salary is between 50000 - 65000 £ per year.
Location: Banbury, United Kingdom. The role is based at Safran Actuation Systems UK.
About the Role
Senior project engineer contributor within CTG's engineering team, responsible for development, qualification and production support of composite products and processes in a fast‑paced environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Create detailed CAD models and drawings (NX preferred), with FEA knowledge expected.
- Understand drawings and technical specifications to assess and maintain compliance to all requirements; liaise with customers and suppliers to determine technical requirements when necessary.
- Review and approve component and assembly drawings through detailed understanding of GD&T and interaction between components.
- Generate qualification test/analysis strategy and rationale for novel structural composite components.
- Perform or oversee qualification and development testing using in‑house and subcontract facilities; interrogate test results to verify component and material performance.
- Author, review and approve qualification test procedures and reports.
- Generate engineering performance/stress reports for existing and novel components.
- Apply basic statistical analysis where beneficial.
- Collaborate cross‑functionally to perform DFMEA, PFMEA, project technical risk assessments and generate project plans.
- Manage engineering changes and change processes, understanding the impact of change requests to implement changes (Teamcenter experience beneficial).
Benefits
- Early finish on Fridays
- Competitive salary, 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
- Private medical, health cash plan
- Family‑friendly and accessible workplace policies
Get involved
Engage with groups and forums across our sites such as Women at Safran, Diversity at Safran, Sports Clubs, STEM ambassadors, Employee Forum, Charity Partnerships and Wellbeing Programs.
Your Role
Senior project engineer contributor within CTG's engineering team, responsible for development, qualification and production support of composite products and processes in a fast‑paced environment.
What You'll Bring
Essential:
- Degree qualified in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.
- Highly motivated, with a keen ability to use own initiative.
- Clear, collaborative and open communication skills.
- Flexible and adaptable, able to work in a dynamic, inclusive team culture.
- Able to analyse and solve new engineering problems using first principles.
- Willing to take a hands‑on approach to developing components and testing methods.
- Clear, open two‑way communication skills; confident to act as point of contact within the business and with test house suppliers.
- Willing to work in both office‑based and test‑lab based environments.
- Fit the dynamic and enthusiastic culture within CTG and flexible with working hours.
Desirable:
- Degree in Materials Science, Polymer Science, Mechanical Engineering, or related field.
- In-depth understanding of statistical analysis.
- Comprehensive grounding in solid mechanics and first‑principles analysis.
- Knowledge of Polymer Matrix Composite (different resins, fibres, manufacturing techniques, and testing methods).
How to Apply
Apply today to take your career to new heights and be part of a company crafting the future of flight.
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Located in Banbury, Safran Actuation Systems UK offers a competitive salary, strong pension scheme, and professional development opportunities. The company fosters a diverse workplace with initiatives like Women at Safran and STEM ambassadors, promoting an inclusive culture.
