Manufacturing Engineer - Sheet Metal

Safran S.A.; Burnley; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

37-hour week

25 days holiday

Pension plan

Private medical insurance

Training & development

Employee share scheme

Job summary

Safran Nacelles in Burnley, England, seeks a Manufacturing Engineer – Sheet Metal to define and validate sheet metal processes within HSE, quality and budget requirements. You will ensure industrialization is mature and aligned with Safran standards, supporting ongoing excellence at the Burnley site.

The role involves cross-functional coordination, supplier guidance, and leading validation activities for new products and processes, with emphasis on cost control and safety.

Qualifications

• Experience in sheet metal manufacturing within aerospace environments.
• Knowledge of titanium, aluminium and steel materials used in aerospace.
• Understanding of material heat treatment and transformations.
• Lean/Six Sigma exposure is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Design and define sheet metal manufacturing processes within cost and spec constraints.
• Create and validate standard work instructions, QC points and inspection methods.
• Specify plant, equipment and tooling and prepare routes, BOMs, layouts and data sheets.
• Ensure targets for quality, cost and delivery are met and coordinate cross-functional teams.

Skills

Sheet metal engineering

Aerospace experience

Communication skills

Education

Engineering degree (mechanical/manufacturing/materials) or HND

Tools

MRPII

Job description

Published 08.14.2026 Company : Safran Nacelles Job field : Industrial Engineering Location : Burnley , England , United Kingdom Contract type : Permanent Contract duration : Full-time Professional status : Professional, Engineer & ManagerPublished 08.14.2026Job DescriptionYour RoleAs Manufacturing Engineer – Sheet Metal, you will define and validate the sheet metal manufacturing process from engineering definition within HSE, quality and budget requirements. You will ensure industrialization is mature and compliant with Safran's standards, supporting the ongoing excellence and innovation at our Burnley site.Key responsibilities include:- Designing and defining manufacturing processes for sheet metal at targeted cost and within specification- Creating and validating standard work instructions, quality control points, and inspection methods- Recommending and specifying plant, equipment, and tooling- Preparing routes, BOMs, layouts, tooling requests, and data sheets- Ensuring performance targets (quality, cost, delivery) are achieved- Coordinating cross-functional activities (Engineering, Logistics, General Services)- Guiding suppliers (internal/external) as process experts when needed- Leading activities for validating new industrial products and processes- Representing manufacturing engineering in front of customers, supporting the Industrial Programme Manager- Overseeing risk assessment and escalation related to product and people safety- Championing Safran's values: excellence, innovation, and teamworkJob RequirementsWhat You'll BringEssential:- Proven experience in sheet metal manufacturing engineering within the aerospace sector- Expert knowledge of titanium, aluminium, and steel aerospace materials and associated mechanical properties- Understanding of material heat treatment and transformations- Background in advanced manufacturing engineering environments- Proficiency with MRPII process- Understanding of business economics- Engineering degree (mechanical, manufacturing, materials) or HND/equivalent experience- General aircraft knowledge, ideally including civil aircraft nacelle structures- Strong communication and team skills, able to analyse and summarise complex issues, proactive and thorough approachDesirable:- Experience with process improvement methodologies (such as LEAN, Six Sigma)- Previous exposure to customer-facing engineering rolesWhy Safran?A global presence: Be part of a worldwide aerospace, defence, and space company, with over 100,000 colleagues across 300 sites in 30 countries.Inclusive & empowering environment: We celebrate our differences and believe they make us stronger. At Safran, innovation is at the core; your ambitions can take us further as we work to decarbonise aerospace and make the world safer.Mobility & training opportunities: Training, mobility, and a personalised career plan to help you grow.A culture of excellence: Collaboration, integrity, and ongoing improvement drive our teams.Get involved:Join employee groups and forums, such as Women at Safran, Diversity at Safran, sports clubs, STEM ambassador programs, Employee Forum, Charity Partnerships, and Wellbeing Programs.Diversity & InclusionAt Safran, we understand diversity and inclusion make teams stronger and more effective. We're committed to fair and equitable employment for all. If you bring relevant skills and experience—even if you don't meet every single criterion—we encourage you to . Please tell us about any reasonable adjustments we can make to help you in the application or hiring process.Here, we craft excellence together.If you're ready to take your career to new heights with a company dedicated to shaping the future of flight, today.But what else? (advantages, specific features, etc.)What We OfferLooking 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:- 37-hour working week over 4.5 days with a 1pm finish on Fridays (role dependant)- 25 days' holiday plus bank holidays (with option to buy an additional 5 days)- 10% employer pension contribution (employee can increase contribution via salary exchange)- Flex-time scheme which allows additional time off (role dependant)- 4X life insurance as a pension scheme member- Non-contributory BUPA private medical insurance (role dependant)- Comprehensive training, education, and personal development support- Enhanced sickness, maternity, adoption, and paternity leave- Safran share purchase scheme with company-awarded free shares- Subsidised hot and cold meals at excellent on-site catering facilities- 54% discounted gold membership to Crow Wood Hotel & Spa (fitness suite, classes, pool, sauna)- Wellbeing support: 24/7 mental health helpline, remote GP, physiotherapy, medical second opinions- Cycle to work scheme and flexible benefits you can select to match your lifestyleCompany InformationSafran 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 Nacelles designs, integrates, supports and provides aftermarket services for aircraft nacelles. The company is a world leader in the market for commercial aircraft with more than 100 seats, business jets and regional aircraft. At the forefront of technology, Safran Nacelles develops increasingly integrated, aerodynamic and lightweight nacelles with advanced acoustic treatments, helping to reduce aircraft CO₂ and noise emissions.Locate your future workplaceBancroft Road, BB10 2RZBurnleyEngland United Kingdom