Gas Turbine Engine Technician

-; Fareham; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join Safran Helicopter Engines as a Gas Turbine Engine Technician in Fareham. Work on cutting-edge technology, ensuring high standards in engine maintenance and quality control. Enjoy competitive benefits, excellent training, and the opportunity to advance in the aerospace industry.

Benefits

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Flexitime

On-site restaurant with lunch subsidy

Generous 7% pension contribution

Health cash back scheme

Annual bonus of up to 5%

Company sick pay

Qualifications

• At least 3 years' hands-on experience post-apprenticeship.
• Experience maintaining SafranHE engine families (Arriel, Arrius, Makila, RTM322) at Levels 1-3.

Responsibilities

• Perform Levels 1 to 3 maintenance on the advanced RTM322 Engine.
• Deliver engines on time to customers.
• Create engine reports and release documentation.

Skills

Mechanical Engineering

Hands-on experience in mechanical engineering

Knowledge of MRP 145 regulations

Borescope inspections

Education

Recognized apprenticeship or higher education in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Vacancy details

General information

Entity
Safran is an international high-technology group, operating in the aviation (propulsion, equipment and interiors), 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, and holds, alone or in partnership, world or regional leadership positions in its core markets.
Safran is in the 2nd place in the aerospace and defense industry in TIME magazine's "World's best companies 2024" ranking.

Safran Helicopter Engines is the world's leading manufacturer of helicopter engines, with more than 75,000 produced since being founded. It offers the widest range of helicopter turboshafts in the world and has more than 2,500 customers in 155 countries.

Reference
2025-150213

Position description
Domain

Production
Job field / Job profile

Manufacture assembly and repair - Mechanical assembly
Job title

Gas Turbine Engine Technician
Employment type

Permanent
Professional category

Technician
Part time / Full time

Full-time
Job description

Take your career to new heights with Safran Helicopter Engines (UK), a leader in aerospace propulsion solutions. We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Gas Turbine Engine Technician to play a key role in our European Maintenance Centre Hub. If you are passionate about engineering excellence and enjoy working on cutting-edge technology, this opportunity is for you!

What will I be doing?
As a Gas Turbine Engine Technician, you'll work both independently and as part of a dynamic team, performing Levels 1 to 3 maintenance on the advanced RTM322 Engine.

Based in our world-class Maintenance Centre Military (MCM) workshop, and occasionally working on customer sites, you will ensure our engines meet the highest standards of quality and reliability.

Your main responsibilities will include:
• Delivering engines on time to delighted customers
• Meeting and exceeding challenging Turn Around Time (TAT) targets
• Consistently producing work of the highest quality
• Creating precise engine reports and release documentation

All within an environment that values safety, teamwork, and customer satisfaction.
But what else? (benefits, specificities, etc.)

Why Join Us?
At Safran, you'll join an agile, supportive team where your expertise will be valued and developed. You will have access to best-in-class training, exciting career paths, and the chance to make a real impact in the aerospace industry.

As a valued member of our team, these are just a few of the benefits you'll receive:
• 25 days holiday a year (plus bank holidays)
o Additional day at 5, 10, 20, 30 and 40 years' service
• Flexitime - where you can accrue up to your contractual hours
o Option to leave from 12:30 on Friday (role dependant)
• On site restaurant with daily £1.50 subsidy for lunch
• Costa coffee on site
• Generous 7% pension contribution
• Health cash back scheme (after probation)
• Purchase of company shares (after 3 months)
• Annual bonus of up to 5%
• Company sick pay
• Our dedicated Benefits Portal with a range of lifestyle benefits, including life assurance, cycle to work, retail discounts, access to healthcare & wellbeing services
• Ample free parking
• Green scheme
o Accrue points for traveling to work by bike, walking, public transport or car share
o Once a quarter receive Amazon vouchers for the points (40 points = £10)
Candidate skills & requirements

What do you need from me?
• A recognized apprenticeship or higher education in Mechanical Engineering
• At least 3 years' hands-on experience in mechanical engineering post-apprenticeship
• Solid knowledge of MRP 145 regulations
• Hands-on experience maintaining SafranHE engine families (Arriel, Arrius, Makila, RTM322), Levels 1-3
• Proficiency in carrying out detailed Borescope inspections of gas turbine engines

What's my next step?
Please apply via the website and if you have what we are looking for, a member of our talent acquisition team will be in touch.

Diversity & Inclusion
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 you to apply if you can demonstrate a variety of skills and experiences relevant to the requirements of this role.

We will consider all applicants who meet the minimum requirements regardless of their identity or background.

If you would like to discuss any reasonable adjustments to the application or hiring process that may better facilitate your participation please get in touch for an informal chat. We will make every effort to respond to your request for assistance as soon as possible.
Position location
Job location

Europe, UK, England, South East
City (-ies)

Fareham

Candidate criteria
Additional Languages preferred

English (Fluent)