Assistant Principal Analysis Engineer M/F

Safran Group; Gloucester; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Early finish on Fridays

Hybrid Working

Competitive salary and profit share

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Employer matched pension

Health cash plan

Professional development and mentoring

Onsite amenities: parking, restaurant

Family-friendly workplace policies

Job summary

Safran Landing Systems seeks an Assistant Principal Analysis Engineer at our Gloucester site. The role focuses on sizing and simulation of systems and mechanical parts within a hybrid work environment. You will apply FEA tools, static and fatigue analysis, and plan physical testing to support aerospace landing gear systems.

The position requires engineering qualifications and the ability to mentor peers while delivering high-quality analyses and reports in line with project timelines.

Qualifications

• Minimum of HNC/HND level, ideally BSc/MSc in an engineering discipline.
• Experience with recognised FEA software tools.
• Classical static and fatigue analysis experience.
• Experience with physical testing planning and designing.
• Ability to propose efficient pragmatic solutions to analytical problems.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.

Responsibilities

• Propose efficient solutions to design and analytical problems to achieve business objectives.
• Ensure technical quality of work package activities and mentor engineers as a technical focal.
• Check, approve technical deliverables and support new analysis methods and tools.
• Interfacing with Chief Engineers, Programmes, Test Engineering, Manufacturing, etc.
• Coach engineers in theoretical and practical best practices.
• Represent Safran LS as a technical focal and influence decisions with stakeholders.
• Produce high-quality technical reports within budget and deadlines.
• Mentor and develop less experienced engineers.

Skills

FEA software tools

Static analysis

Fatigue analysis

Testing planning

Aerospace

Landing Gear/Systems

Education

Engineering degree (HNC/HND or BSc/MSc)

Tools

FEA software tools

Job description

Vacancy details

General information

Entity

Safran is an international high-technology group operating in the fields of aerospace (propulsion, equipment and interiors), space and defense. Its mission is to contribute sustainably to a safer world, where air transport becomes ever more environmentally friendly, comfortable and accessible. Present on every continent, the Group employs 110,000 people and generated €31.3 billion in revenue in 2025. Safran holds, either independently or through partnerships, leading global or European positions in its markets.

Safran was ranked second in the Aerospace & Defense sector in TIME magazine\'s "World\'s Best Companies 2025" ranking.

Safran Landing Systems is the world leader in landing gear, wheels & brakes, and associated systems for civil and military aircraft and helicopters. We master the entire lifecycle of our products, from design and manufacturing through to maintenance. Did you know that every second, somewhere in the world, an aircraft lands using one of our systems?

Would you like to grow in an international, stimulating and supportive environment within a human-sized company? Join us! Become one of our 8,000 passionate employees worldwide.

Don\'t meet 100% of the requirements? That\'s not a barrier for us. Above all, we\'re looking for creative and committed people!

Reference

2026-188345

Position description

Domain

Research, design and development

Job field / Job profile

Mechanics - Sizing and simulation of systems and mechanical parts

Job title

Assistant Principal Analysis Engineer M/F

Employment type

Permanent

Professional category

Professional, Engineer & Manager

Part time / Full time

Full-time

Job description

Assistant Principal Analysis Engineer

Gloucester

HYBRID

Skills: FEA software tools, Classical Static and Fatigue analysis, Physical testing planning and designing, Aerospace, Landing Gear/Systems

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 cover the entire life cycle of our products from end-to-end; Design, Engineering & Manufacturing, through to Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO). OEM.

Safran – Here, we craft excellence together.

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 Research, Design and Development team as an Assistant Principal Analysis Engineer 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.

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 an Assistant Principal Analysis Engineer, you will be required to propose efficient solutions to design & analytical problems to achieve business objectives.

Ensure technical quality of Work package activities, act as an Analysis Technical Focal and mentor, check and approve technical deliverables and support the creation, progression and usage of new analysis methods & tools.

• Showing practical proficiency in a technical engineering discipline

• Interfacing with other areas of the business where necessary: Chief Engineers, Programmes, Test Engineering, Manufacturing etc.

• Coaching engineers in theoretical and \"real life\" best practices

• Representing Safran LS as a technical focal, influencing technical decisions with internal and external stakeholders

• Producing high quality technical reports and analyses, within budget and deadlines

• Reviewing, challenging and approving technical deliverables

• Mentoring and developing less experienced engineers

• Participate in technical audits & reviews

• Supporting the development and improvement of analysis methods and tools

• Comply with industry standards, regulations & qualification requirements

But what else? (benefits, specificities, etc.)

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:

1. Early finish on Fridays, Hybrid Working
2. Competitive salary, annual profit share bonus and pay review
3. 25 days\' holiday + bank holidays (optionto buy/sell)
4. Up to 8% employer matched pension scheme and life assurance
5. Health cash plan, cycle and tech purchase schemes
6. Professional development, ongoing training, mentoring
7. Onsite amenities: parking, restaurant, bicycle storage, showers
8. Family-friendly and accessible workplace policies

Candidate skills & requirements

1. Minimum of HNC/HND level, but ideally BSc/MSc, in an engineering discipline
2. Experience of working with recognised FEA software tools
3. Classical Static and Fatigue analysis experience
4. Experience with physical testing planning and designing
5. Ability to propose efficient pragmatic solutions to analytical problems
6. Ability to interpret data and events and looks for appropriate solutions
7. Strong communication skills
8. Building & Maintaining relationships
9. Business Awareness
10. Applying & Anticipating
11. Maximizing Performance
12. Influencing/Networking
13. Coaching
14. Personal Drive
15. Team Working

Here, we craft excellence together.

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.

Position location

Job location

Europe, UK, England, South West

City (-ies)

Cheltenham Road East GL2 9QH Gloucester

Candidate criteria

Additional Languages preferred

English (Fluent)