Service Engineer

Safran; Gloucester; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Safran Landing Systems seeks a Landing Gear Service Technician to inspect, repair, test and recertify aircraft landing gear systems for customers worldwide. You will work at customer sites and our maintenance facility, performing checks, disassembly, rework, assembly and testing with precision tools while ensuring airworthiness compliance.

The role requires travelling globally, excellent problem-solving and communication skills, and a commitment to safety and quality.

Qualifications

• Engineering Apprenticeship plus 5 years' experience in aviation environment or equivalent.
• Experience with landing gear maintenance and overhaul.
• Ability to interpret Component Maintenance Manuals, technical drawings and instructions.
• High level of dexterity with attention to detail.
• Proficient with precision measuring equipment and hand tools.
• Understanding of electrical circuits and safety procedures.
• Willingness to travel at short notice to worldwide destinations.
• Knowledge of quality management systems and lean principles.

Responsibilities

• Carry out inspection, repair, overhaul, assembly and testing of landing gear systems in accordance with maintenance data and airworthiness requirements.
• Support onsite maintenance and recertification activities at customer facilities worldwide.
• Diagnose issues, assess condition and determine repair actions to restore performance and safety.
• Interpret manuals and drawings to complete maintenance accurately and efficiently.
• Maintain detailed records and documentation for traceability and certification.

Skills

Aircraft landing gear knowledge

Diagnostics & testing

Manuals & drawings interpretation

Safety consciousness

UK driving licence

Team collaboration

Ability to travel worldwide

Education

Engineering Apprenticeship

Tools

Precision measuring equipment

Hand tools

Inspection tooling

Job description

As a Landing Gear Service Technician, you will play a critical role in supporting airlines and maintenance organisations around the world by carrying out the inspection, repair, testing and recertification of aircraft landing gear systems. Working both at customer locations and within our specialist maintenance facility, you will help ensure aircraft components are returned to service safely, efficiently and in full compliance with airworthiness requirements. This is a varied and rewarding position that combines hands‑on technical work, problem‑solving and direct customer interaction, offering opportunities to develop your expertise across a range of aircraft programmes and international environments. Your responsibilities will include: Carry out the inspection, repair, overhaul, assembly and testing of aircraft landing gear systems and associated equipment in accordance with approved maintenance data and airworthiness requirements. Support onsite maintenance and recertification activities at customer facilities worldwide, including disassembly, inspection, local repairs, bushing, assembly and functional testing of landing gear units. Diagnose technical issues, assess component condition and determine appropriate repair actions to restore products to the required standards of performance, reliability and safety. Interpret component maintenance manuals, engineering drawings, technical instructions, service bulletins and airworthiness documentation to complete maintenance activities accurately and efficiently. Perform detailed inspections using a variety of precision measuring and testing equipment to verify product conformity and support certification requirements. Exercise certification responsibilities in accordance with the relevant airworthiness authority approvals and company authorisations. Respond to customer operational requirements, including Aircraft on Ground (AOG) situations and urgent maintenance requests, delivering responsive and professional technical support. Build positive working relationships with customers, providing clear communication, technical guidance and regular updates throughout maintenance activities. Prepare and maintain specialised tooling and equipment required for onsite maintenance operations, ensuring tools remain serviceable, controlled and compliant. Complete risk assessments and follow all health, safety and environmental requirements to support safe working practices, including activities involving working at height and specialist access equipment. Work collaboratively with engineering, quality and operational teams to resolve technical challenges and support timely delivery of customer commitments. Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing quality, reducing turnaround times, improving efficiency and strengthening customer satisfaction. But what else? (benefits, specificities, etc.)

Role requires frequent travel and applicants must be deemed medically fit to travel

Maintain accurate maintenance records and documentation to support traceability, regulatory compliance and product certification. Represent the organisation professionally at all times while working at customer premises, acting as a trusted technical specialist and ambassador for the business.

This role offers the opportunity to work on critical aircraft systems both in the UK and internationally, supporting some of the world's leading aerospace operators. We welcome candidates who bring strong technical aptitude, attention to detail and a commitment to safety and quality. Whether your experience has been gained within landing gear maintenance or a related engineering environment, we value problem-solving ability, adaptability and a willingness to learn. In return, you will have the opportunity to develop specialised aerospace expertise, work alongside experienced professionals and contribute directly to keeping aircraft operating safely around the world.

Candidate skills & requirements

• Engineering Apprenticeship, plus 5 years' experience in an aviation environment or equivalent.
• Previous experience of landing gear maintenance.
• Ability to interpret Component Maintenance Manuals, Technical Drawings & instructions.
• High level of dexterity with attention for detail
• Ability to use a variety of hand tools including precision measuring equipment.
• Understanding of electrical circuits.
• Able to travel at short notice to worldwide destinations, with no restrictions.
• Human Factors, risk management, working at height experience.
• UK driving license
• Have or willing to gain forklift truck & MEWP licences, experience and confidence to work at heights.
• Excellent problem solver with root cause analysis skills.
• Efficient computer skills.
• Articulate with excellent communication skills at all levels
• Ability to make decisions under pressure
• Good mathematical skills
• Excellent team working ethics
• Self-managing and reliable with high levels of flexibility and integrity
• An understanding of QMS, Lean Sigma disciplines and 5s principles

Role requires frequent travel and applicants must be deemed medically fit to travel

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!