Weights Engineer, Aerospace Cabin Interiors (Hybrid)

Safran Engineering Services; Cwmbran; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Onsite canteen

Career development within Safran Group

Training & development focus

Pension scheme

Job summary

Safran Engineering Services in the UK seeks a Weights Engineer to support aerospace cabin interior activities. You will set weight targets, drive weight reduction, and manage data using CATIA V5, Excel and Mathcad.

The role requires a 2:1 degree in engineering, 3+ years in aerospace/related sectors, and strong reporting and liaison skills within an integrated project team. Hybrid working in Cwmbran is offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree (2:1) in Mechanical, Aerospace or Structural Engineering or equivalent.
• Min 3 years' experience in Aerospace/Automotive/Rail, preferably design of composites or metallic components.
• Excellent knowledge of Aerospace Cabin Interior Systems (Galleys, Seats).
• Excellent knowledge of CATIA V5 for weights analysis.
• Proficiency in weights analysis standards and hand calculations using Excel/Mathcad.

Responsibilities

• Define product weight targets in support of product conception.
• Define product sub assembly weight targets to enable a weight driven design process.
• Prepare and review weights data via hand calculations using Excel/Mathcad.
• Prepare and review weights data via CAD analysis using CATIA V5.
• Increase weights data confidence by driving physical weighing of parts early.
• Liaise with senior members to ensure tasks are completed on time.
• Identify weight issues and assist in weight reduction opportunities.
• Prepare and review weights reports as per weights plan.
• Prepare and review weight reduction plans when required.
• Liaise with Design, Certification, Stress external suppliers, customers, airframers, regulatory bodies.

Skills

CATIA V5

Excel

Mathcad

Weight analysis standards

Customer focused

Teamwork

English proficiency

Education

Bachelors (2:1) in Mechanical/Aerospace/Structural Engineering

HND/HNC in Engineering

Tools

CATIA V5

Excel

Mathcad

Job description

Safran Engineering Services in the UK seeks a Weights Engineer to support aerospace cabin interior activities. You will set weight targets, drive weight reduction, and manage data using CATIA V5, Excel and Mathcad.

The role requires a 2:1 degree in engineering, 3+ years in aerospace/related sectors, and strong reporting and liaison skills within an integrated project team. Hybrid working in Cwmbran is offered.