Manufacturing Engineer M/F in London

Safran is an international high-technology group, operating in the aviation, defense and space markets. Its core purpose is to contribute to a safer, more sustainable world, where air transport is more environmentally friendly, comfortable and accessible. Safran has a global presence, with 100,000 employees and sales of 27.3 billion euros in 2024.

Safran Electronics & Defense offers its customers onboard intelligence solutions allowing them to understand the environment, reduce mental load and guarantee a trajectory, even in critical situations, in all environments: on land, at sea, in the sky or space. The company harnesses the expertise of its 13,000 employees towards these three functions: observe, decide and guide, for the civil and military markets.

We are looking for passionate individuals to join our Manufacturing Engineering team as a Manufacturing Engineer - NPI (Full Lifecycle) at our Wolverhampton site.

Your Role:

• You will lead the manufacturing planning & implementation of new products and their associated production facilities and process, working throughout the NPI project/programme lifecycle from initial design stages through to facility implementation, process validation and full production ramp-up.
• Acting as a key interface across Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, and Operations, and a key member of the Integrated Project Team (IPT), you will play a key leadership role in achieving manufacturing programme deliverables & successful project outcomes within a transforming and fast-paced environment.
• Apply Systems Engineering V-model principles, you will define the manufacturing system requirements and influence product design & development through DFx, Lean Manufacturing and APQP methodologies, ensuring robust, scalable and cost-effective manufacturing solutions are defined, verified and achieved.
• You will own the design, development and validation of manufacturing processes, including PFMEA, control plans, process simulation & verification, pilot build validation, and production readiness reviews to ensure a smooth transition into series production.

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
• Company performance bonus scheme
• Pension scheme - up to 10% employer contribution
• Private medical insurance
• Comprehensive health cash plan
• 25 days annual leave + bank holidays
• Flexible benefits programme (buy & sell holiday allowance, discounted gym memberships, Maternity/adoption leave - up to 52 weeks, first 26 weeks at full pay, subsequent 26 at 50% (basic pay) and Paternity/Non-Pregnant Parent/Co-adopter leave 4 weeks full pay)
• Structured training & opportunities to progress

What You'll Bring:

• Essential:
• Degree or apprenticeship in Mechanical, Manufacturing Engineering or a related field
• Strong experience in NPI and full product lifecycle industrialisation
• Proven track record of successfully introducing new products & processes into production
• Strong knowledge of the principles of Lean Manufacturing, APQP, PPAP, PFMEA, DFx & other best practice
• Strong understanding of machining, assembly and test processes, including the latest technology roadmaps
• Ability to influence design and work cross-functionally with multiple stakeholders
• Understanding of Systems engineering / V model principles including requirements management, process verification and validation
• Desirable:
• Experience in aerospace, automotive or high-precision industries
• Familiarity with AS9100 and AS9145 standards
• Knowledge of SPC / process capability (Cpk) and metrology systems & technologies
• Relevant experience of project management & risk mitigation planning