At a Glance
- Tasks: Create high-quality technical publications for advanced landing gear systems in aerospace.
- Company: Join Safran, a global leader in aerospace and defence with a commitment to innovation.
- Benefits: Enjoy flexible benefits, competitive salary, early finishes on Fridays, and 25 days' holiday.
- Other info: Be part of a diverse team with excellent career growth and training opportunities.
- Why this job: Make an impact in aerospace while developing your skills in a dynamic environment.
- Qualifications: Degree in engineering and experience in aerospace technical publications required.
The predicted salary is between 40000 - 50000 £ per year.
Your Role
Supporting the development and delivery of high-quality maintenance and repair publications for advanced landing gear systems. You will play a key role in producing compliant technical documentation, working closely with engineering and programme teams in a dynamic aerospace environment.
Safran Landing Systems are a global leader in aircraft landing and braking systems, from commercial and business travel to military and defence fleets. Our expertise covers the entire life cycle of our products from end-to-end; Design, Engineering & Manufacturing, through to Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO).
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, annual profit share bonus and pay review
- 25 days' holiday + bank holidays (option to buy/sell)
- Up to 8% employer matched pension scheme and life assurance
- Health cash plan, cycle and tech purchase schemes
- 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.
Key Responsibilities Include:
- Develop and manage technical publications (CMMs, Service Bulletins, ICA) across the full lifecycle
- Interpret engineering drawings, test data, and design information to produce accurate, compliant documentation
- Collaborate with engineering, programme, and customer teams to support entry into service (EIS)
- Plan and manage work packages, schedules, and resources to meet programme objectives
- Act as a key interface for customers, MROs, and suppliers
- Ensure documentation quality, compliance, and on-time delivery
- Support continuous improvement and innovation, including S1000D and digital/IETP initiatives
What You'll Bring
- Degree in Aeronautical, Mechanical, or Aircraft Maintenance Engineering (or equivalent)
- Experience in aerospace technical publications and documentation (CMMs, SBs)
- Strong knowledge of aircraft systems (landing gear experience advantageous)
- Skilled in interpreting engineering data and producing compliant documentation (ATA iSpec 2200, S1000D, ASD-STE100)
- Experience with technical authoring tools (e.g. FrameMaker, Arbortext, IsoDraw) and SGML/XML
- Strong attention to detail, communication, and problem-solving skills
- Experience managing technical documentation projects within an engineering or MRO environment
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 Landing Systems in Gloucester, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer that values diversity, innovation, and employee growth. Our flexible benefits, including competitive salaries, professional development opportunities, and a family-friendly work culture, ensure that our team members thrive both personally and professionally. Join us in crafting excellence together in a dynamic aerospace environment where your contributions truly matter.
