Join Our Talent Pool - Safran Actuation Systems UK M-F

Preligens; Banbury; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace and defence company in the UK is seeking talented individuals for various roles in engineering, manufacturing, and operations. The ideal candidates will be problem-solvers with a passion for innovation and teamwork. Join a renowned company that offers competitive salaries and extensive benefits, including a performance bonus, pension scheme, and career development opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive salary and performance bonus

Pension scheme with up to 10% employer contribution

Private medical insurance

25 days annual leave + bank holidays

Flexible benefits programme

Structured training and career progression

Qualifications

• Individuals with skills in engineering, manufacturing, operations, supply chain, projects, or business functions.
• Problem-solvers who thrive in a collaborative environment.
• People with a drive for innovation and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Work across engineering, manufacturing, operations and corporate functions.
• Join a team committed to delivering world-class products and services.
• Grow your career with a global leader.

Skills

Engineering

Manufacturing

Operations

Problem-solving

Team collaboration

Job description

Job Description

Location: Wolverhampton or Banbury, UK

Business unit: Safran Actuation Systems (part of Safran Electronics & Defence)

At Safran Actuation Systems, we design and manufacture the advanced actuation systems that power aircraft across the globe. With sites in Wolverhampton and Banbury, we're part of Safran Electronics & Defence, a global aerospace and defence leader. Our teams work across engineering, manufacturing, operations and corporate functions to deliver world-class products and services.

Join our team

We're looking for talented people from a wide variety of backgrounds to join our business. Whether you're an experienced professional, just starting out, or looking for a new challenge, Safran offers opportunities to grow and make an impact.

Areas we recruit for include:

• Engineering & Manufacturing – Design, Test, Validation, Production, Quality, Continuous Improvement
• Operations & Support – Technicians, Logistics, Facilities, Workshop & Build Support
• Supply Chain & Procurement – Supplier Management, Purchasing, Planning, Materials Control
• Programme & Project Management – Project Engineers, Programme Leaders, Technical Leads
• Business & Corporate Functions – Finance, HR, IT, Administration and Business Support

Job Requirements

Who we're looking for

• Individuals with skills in engineering, manufacturing, operations, supply chain, projects, or business functions
• Problem-solvers who thrive in a collaborative environment
• People with a drive for innovation and continuous improvement
• Team players who want to grow their careers with a global leader

Apply now

If you're ready for your next opportunity and want to play a part in redefining aerospace every day, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today to register your interest in roles at our Wolverhampton or Banbury sites.

Please note: all roles are subject to Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) and background checks. Some project access restrictions may apply to certain nationalities.

Benefits

- Competitive salary and company performance bonus
- Pension scheme with up to 10% employer contribution
- Private medical insurance & comprehensive health cash plan
25 days annual leave + bank holidays
- Flexible benefits programme (holiday buy/sell, gym memberships, enhanced family leave)
- Structured training, career progression and professional development opportunities
- An inclusive, collaborative culture with Employee Resource Groups and community engagement

Company Information

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 Electronics & Defense offers its customers onboard intelligence solutions allowing them to understand the environment, reduce mental load and guarantee a trajectory, even in critical situations, in all environments: on land, at sea, in the sky or space. The company harnesses the expertise of its 13,000 employees towards these three functions: observe, decide and guide, for the civil and military markets.