Aerospace Composites Engineering Lead

Safran S.A.; England; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and annual bonus

25 days' holiday + bank holidays

Private medical insurance

Comprehensive health cash plan

Flexible working options

Pension (10% employer contribution)

Life assurance

Early finish on Fridays

Professional development and training

Onsite amenities: parking, restaurant, bicycle storage, showers

Job summary

Safran S.A. is looking for an Engineering Lead – Composites in Banbury, UK to lead innovation and technical advancement across aerospace production. This pivotal role involves managing a multidisciplinary team, driving continuous improvement, and shaping the engineering strategy for composite products.

The ideal candidate will hold a bachelor's degree in a relevant engineering discipline and possess extensive leadership experience within aerospace manufacturing. Competitive salary, annual bonus, and benefits included.

Qualifications

• Extensive engineering leadership within aerospace, defence, or highly regulated manufacturing environments.
• Deep expertise with advanced composite technology and manufacturing processes.
• Proven experience managing engineering teams of 20+ people.

Responsibilities

• Champion innovation and technical advancement across production and R&T activities.
• Provide strategic and organizational direction to a multidisciplinary team of engineers.
• Drive continuous improvement and lead cutting-edge R&T projects.

Skills

NPI

Leadership

Certification

Research and Technology

Management

Composites

Strategy

Forecasts and budgets

Capacity planning

Production Support

TRLs

Automation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Aerospace, Mechanical, Materials, Manufacturing Engineering or related technical discipline

Master's degree or Post Graduate in Engineering (Mechanical, Materials Science, Aerospace, Automotive)

Job description

Safran S.A. is looking for an Engineering Lead – Composites in Banbury, UK to lead innovation and technical advancement across aerospace production. This pivotal role involves managing a multidisciplinary team, driving continuous improvement, and shaping the engineering strategy for composite products.

The ideal candidate will hold a bachelor's degree in a relevant engineering discipline and possess extensive leadership experience within aerospace manufacturing. Competitive salary, annual bonus, and benefits included.