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 2026-178444 Position descriptionDomainProductionJob field / Job profileIndustrial engineering - Assembly processes engineeringJob titleSenior Manufacturing EngineerEmployment typePermanentProfessional categoryProfessional, Engineer & ManagerPart time / Full timeFull-timeJob descriptionSafran – 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. 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: Join Safran Electrical & Power as a Senior Manufacturing Engineer and play a key role in developing and optimising aerospace Maintenance, Repair & Overhaul (MRO) processes. Acting as a senior technical expert, you will drive improvements in turnaround time, quality, cost, delivery performance and operational efficiency, ensuring compliance with customer and regulatory requirements.
Working closely with Operations, Quality, Supply Chain and Engineering teams, you'll lead continuous improvement initiatives, introduce innovative technologies, and drive changes to equipment, tooling, processes and repair methods to maximise productivity and site capability. Key responsibilities:
- Provide technical leadership for MRO processes, complex repairs and test-related issues.
- Drive continuous improvement to enhance productivity, quality, turnaround time and cost performance.
- Lead the development and introduction of new repair solutions, technologies, equipment and process improvements.
- Standardise and govern repair processes, test methods and technical documentation.
- Identify and implement opportunities for automation, digitalisation and equipment upgrades to improve efficiency and reduce waste.
- Improve yield, defect reduction and root cause resolution while mentoring engineers and technicians.
- Optimise workflow, WIP control and repair routing across multiple product lines. 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 opportunitiesCandidate skills & requirementsWhat you'll bring:
- Bachelor's degree in mechanical, manufacturing, industrial engineering or related engineering discipline
- Demonstrable experience in manufacturing engineering or continuous improvement within a complex engineering environment
- Experience within Maintenance, Repair & Overhaul (MRO) operations and knowledge of Part 145 would be desirable
- Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence at all levels
- Experience deploying APQP standards and quality toolsWe 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 ProgramsPosition locationJob locationEurope, UK, England, LondonCity (-ies)Pitstone
Senior Manufacturing Engineer in Leighton Buzzard employer: Safran Group
At Safran, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment in the heart of aerospace innovation. Our commitment to employee growth is evident through extensive training opportunities and a culture that champions diversity and collaboration. With generous benefits including 33 days of holiday, a leading pension scheme, and a focus on sustainability, working at our Llantarnam Industrial Park location means being part of a forward-thinking team dedicated to excellence and making a meaningful impact in the industry.
