At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead the development of digital models and ensure compliance with aerospace standards.
- Company: Join Safran, a global leader in aerospace and defence, committed to innovation and diversity.
- Benefits: Enjoy flexible benefits, competitive salary, early finishes on Fridays, and 25 days' holiday.
- Other info: Dynamic workplace with strong career growth, training opportunities, and inclusive culture.
- Why this job: Be part of a team crafting the future of flight and making a real impact.
- Qualifications: Degree in Engineering and proficiency in Catia V5 required; aerospace experience preferred.
The predicted salary is between 40000 - 50000 £ per year.
Skills: CAD, Mechanical Design, Catia, Customer Requirements, Systems Engineering, Space Allocations, Product Data Management, Design Engineering, LOPA, BOM, Geometry, Aerospace, Aircraft Seating.
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:
- Early finish on Fridays
- Competitive salary and 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
- Onsite amenities: parking, restaurant, bicycle storage, showers
- Family-friendly and accessible workplace policies
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. We also know that some candidates may be put off applying for jobs where they don't meet 100% of the criteria outlined in the advert, however, 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 application or hiring process that may better facilitate your participation.
Your Role: As a DMU Engineer, you'll play a pivotal part in supporting our product structure throughout its lifecycle. Working with the latest in mechanical design, you'll ensure our digital models are robust, compliant and always a step ahead, while championing our continuous improvement initiatives and ensuring seamless collaboration across our teams and customers.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead the development and management of project LOPA (Layout of Passenger Accommodations) structures, updating design data and Space Allocation Models as per DMU standards.
- Prepare certification support documents, including Test BOMs (Bill of Materials) and Definition Control Models.
- Guarantee systems are accurate, consistent, and validated via maturity models.
- Coordinate with mechanical, electrical, and composite design teams, keeping master geometry and project interfaces consistent.
- Prepare and validate design data for submission to major OEMs, including Airbus and Boeing.
- Ensure data quality in Catia V5 - including clash checks, model reviews, and maintaining a clean, error-free design environment.
- Support ongoing improvement by sharing best practices, contributing to methodology development and participating in process optimization.
What You'll Bring:
- Essential: Degree, HNC, HND, or equivalent in Engineering discipline.
- Essential: Proficiency with Catia V5 and Smarteam systems.
- Essential: Strong knowledge of engineering release and approval processes.
- Essential: Highly organized, effective communicator and team coordinator.
- Essential: Strong time-management skills; shows initiative and collaborates well.
- Experience in aerospace/automotive design teams.
- Knowledge of Boeing and Airbus specifications.
If you're ready to take your career to new heights and be part of a company that's crafting the future of flight, apply today.
Why Safran?
- A global presence: Be part of a global aerospace, defence & space business with over 100,000 colleagues, across 300 sites in 30 countries.
- Inclusive & empowering environment: We celebrate our differences and believe they make us stronger.
- Innovation at the core: Join our mission to decarbonise aerospace and make the world a safer place.
- Mobility & training opportunities: We can support your ambitions with training, development, a personalised career plan and mobility opportunities.
- A culture of excellence: Join a team that values collaboration, integrity, and continuous improvement.
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.
Digital Mockup Engineer employer: Safran
At Safran, we prioritise the well-being of our employees, offering a flexible benefits package that includes an early finish on Fridays, competitive salaries, and a strong pension scheme. Our Cwmbran site fosters a culture of diversity and inclusion, providing ample opportunities for professional development and collaboration in a state-of-the-art environment, making it an excellent place for passionate individuals to thrive in the aerospace industry.