At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead innovative engineering projects in aerospace composites and drive technical advancements.
- Company: Join Safran, a world-class aerospace leader with a collaborative culture.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive salary, flexible working, 25 days holiday, and professional development.
- Other info: Dynamic environment with opportunities for growth and innovation.
- Why this job: Shape the future of aerospace with cutting-edge technology and impactful projects.
- Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in relevant engineering field and extensive leadership experience.
The predicted salary is between 60000 - 70000 £ per year.
Skills: NPI, Leadership, Certification, Research and Technology, Management, Composites, Strategy, Forecasts and budgets, Capacity planning, Production Support, TRLs, Automation.
We offer a range of flexible benefits designed to support you both in and out of work, including:
- Competitive salary and annual bonus and pay review
- 25 days' holiday + bank holidays
- Private medical insurance
- Comprehensive health cash plan
- Flexible working options
- Pension (10% employer contribution) and life assurance
- Early finish on Fridays
- Professional development, ongoing training, mentoring
- Onsite amenities: parking, restaurant, bicycle storage, showers
- Family-friendly and accessible workplace policies
Safran Actuation Systems UK is a world-class centre for the design, manufacture and support of actuation and flight-control solutions used across commercial, military and rotary platforms. With major sites in Wolverhampton and Banbury, our teams play a critical role in delivering innovative, reliable and safe systems that keep aircraft performing at their best.
Our UK Actuation business brings together engineering excellence, advanced manufacturing capability and a proud heritage within the aerospace sector. As part of Safran's global network, joining Safran Actuation Systems UK means becoming part of a highly skilled, collaborative and forward-thinking team with opportunities to grow, innovate and make a meaningful impact in the future of aerospace.
As Engineering Lead, you will play a pivotal role within our Composite Value Stream leadership team, championing innovation and technical advancement across current production, Research & Technology (R&T), and New Product Introduction (NPI) activities. You'll provide strategic, technical, and organisational direction to a multidisciplinary team of engineers, supporting the design, development, manufacture, and lifecycle management of advanced composite tubular products for aerospace applications.
This is a unique opportunity to shape the engineering strategy, capability growth, and technology roadmap of a site poised for significant technical advancement and business growth. You'll drive continuous improvement, lead cutting-edge R&T projects, and work alongside customers, research institutions, and industry partners. As a key member of both the site and engineering leadership teams, your vision and expertise will drive the business forward through a transformative period.
Bachelor's degree in Aerospace, Mechanical, Materials, Manufacturing Engineering or related technical discipline.
- Extensive engineering leadership within aerospace, defence, or highly regulated manufacturing environments
- Deep expertise with advanced composite technology and manufacturing processes
- Proven experience managing engineering teams of 20+ people
- Master's degree or Post Graduate in Engineering (Mechanical, Materials Science, Aerospace, Automotive)
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.
Engineering Lead - Composites in Oxford employer: Safran Actuation Systems
Safran Actuation Systems UK is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment in the aerospace sector where innovation and collaboration thrive. With competitive salaries, flexible working options, and a strong commitment to professional development, employees are empowered to grow their careers while contributing to cutting-edge projects that shape the future of aviation. The company's family-friendly policies and onsite amenities further enhance the work-life balance, making it an attractive place for talented individuals seeking meaningful and rewarding employment.
