At a Glance
- Tasks: Design and develop innovative tooling solutions for aerospace manufacturing.
- Company: Join Safran, a global leader in aerospace and defence.
- Benefits: Flexible benefits, competitive salary, early finishes, and 25 days holiday.
- Other info: Inclusive culture with opportunities for professional growth and community involvement.
- Why this job: Be part of a team crafting the future of flight with cutting-edge technology.
- Qualifications: Degree in engineering and experience in aerospace manufacturing required.
The predicted salary is between 40000 - 50000 £ per year.
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, excellence is a journey - and we'd love you to be a part of it. As a trusted 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 where we can all succeed together through a shared vision.
We are looking for passionate individuals to join our Engineering Support team as a Product Support Engineering Manager at our Gloucester site. 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.
Your Role: The Tooling Engineer is responsible for the design, development, validation, maintenance, and continuous improvement of tooling solutions to support aerospace manufacturing and assembly operations. The role ensures tooling is safe, efficient, compliant, and capable of supporting production flow, quality standards, and operational takt requirements across landing gear and associated aerospace components. The Tooling Engineer will work closely with Assembly Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Quality, Operations, and Production teams to deliver robust tooling solutions that support both OE and MRO environments.
What You'll Bring:
- Degree, HNC/HND, or equivalent qualification in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or related discipline.
- Experience within aerospace manufacturing, assembly, or MRO environments.
- Strong understanding of tooling design principles and manufacturing processes.
- Experience supporting high-volume or pulse line production environments.
- Ability to interpret engineering drawings and technical specifications.
- Knowledge of geometric tolerancing (GD&T) and assembly principles.
- Experience with root cause analysis and problem-solving methodologies.
- Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
- Competent in CAD systems and Microsoft Office applications.
- Understanding of aerospace quality and regulatory requirements.
- Experience within landing gear, hydraulics, or complex mechanical assemblies.
- Familiarity with SAP or equivalent ERP systems.
- Knowledge of lean manufacturing and continuous improvement methodologies.
- Experience with PFMEA, risk assessments, and process validation.
- Incorporated Engineer (IEng) status or working towards professional registration.
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. We know that a fulfilling work environment is a key driver for innovative ideas and team success.
- Innovation at the core: Join our mission to decarbonise aerospace and make the world a safer place. Your ambitions can take us further.
- Mobility & training opportunities: We can support your ambitions with training, development, a personalised career plan and mobility opportunities. If you have big dreams, we'll support you to make them a reality.
- A culture of excellence: Join a team that values collaboration, integrity, and continuous improvement. Whatever your background, together we aim for excellence.
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 Programs.
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At Safran Actuation Systems UK in Banbury, we prioritise our employees' well-being with a competitive salary, flexible benefits, and a family-friendly work culture. Our commitment to professional development, coupled with a collaborative environment, empowers you to innovate and grow within the aerospace sector, making a meaningful impact on cutting-edge technologies. Join us to be part of a forward-thinking team that values excellence and fosters continuous improvement.
