Senior Design Engineer

Safran; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Pension (matched up to 8%)

Professional development and ongoing training

On-site amenities: parking, restaurant, bicycle storage, showers

Job summary

A global aerospace company in Gloucester is seeking a Senior Design Engineer to design and detail efficient landing gear systems for civil and military aircraft. The role is hybrid, supporting both remote and on-site work. Responsibilities include managing the design process, providing technical presentations, and coaching junior team members. Applicants should have a degree in engineering, knowledge of design processes, and skill in CAD. This position offers a competitive salary, 25 days holiday, and various professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Good knowledge of design and manufacturing processes, preferably related to aerospace.
• Fully conversant with traditional and computerised design and analysis methods.
• Knowledge of configuration management.

Responsibilities

• Support all aspects of concept to detail design throughout the life cycle of our landing gear programmes.
• Provide technical presentations to customers.
• Mentor and coach junior team members.

Skills

Design and manufacturing processes expertise

CAD skills (CATIA V5 preferred)

Verbal and written communication skills

General computer literacy (Microsoft Office)

Education

Degree in a relevant engineering discipline

Tools

CAD software

Job description

Senior Design Engineer – Gloucester (UK)

Hybrid role (remote & on‑site).

The Senior Design Engineer based in Gloucester will design and detail efficient landing gear systems for civil and military aircraft to meet demanding customer requirements. They will support the design and manufacturing of landing gear systems across the entire life‑cycle.

Key Responsibilities

• Support all aspects of concept to detail design throughout the life cycle of our landing gear programmes.
• Support all aspects of product configuration.
• Use up‑to‑date technology including computer‑based programmes and systems (CAD, 3D Modelling, 2D Draughting, data‑management systems).
• Design to meet exacting customer requirements and industry standards.
• Provide technical presentations to customers.
• Interface with team members, chief engineers, programme management, manufacturing and colleagues at other Safran sites.
• Work closely with manufacturing to reduce non‑conformances on products.
• Coordinate with other sites to assist with offload of packages of work.
• Work toward designation as Design Check Signatory.
• Mentor and coach junior team members.

Benefits

• Global presence – part of a global aerospace, defence & space business with over 100,000 colleagues across 300 sites in 30 countries.
• Inclusive & empowering environment celebrating diversity.
• Innovation at the core – mission to decarbonise aerospace.
• Mobility & training opportunities – personalised career plan, development, mobility options.
• Early finish on Fridays.
• Competitive salary.
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays (option to buy/sell).
• Pension (matched up to 8%) and life assurance.
• Professional development, ongoing training, mentoring.
• On‑site amenities: parking, restaurant, bicycle storage, showers.
• Family‑friendly and accessible workplace policies.

What You'll Bring

• Degree in a relevant engineering discipline.
• Good knowledge of design and manufacturing processes, preferably related to aerospace.
• Fully conversant with traditional and computerised design and analysis methods.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• General computer literacy (Microsoft Office).
• Experience of CAD (CATIA V5 preferred; training provided).
• Knowledge of configuration management.
• Previous aerospace experience.
• Work package ownership experience.
• GD&T training.
• Good knowledge of aerospace materials and manufacturing processes.

At Safran, we understand that diversity and inclusion make teams stronger and we are committed to fair and equitable employment practices for everyone. We encourage applicants who can demonstrate a variety of skills and experience relevant to the requirements of this role. If you would like to discuss reasonable adjustments to the application or hiring process that may better facilitate your participation, please let us know.