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Safran
Engineering Lead – Composites
Location: Banbury | Work Type: Site Based
Skills Covered
NPI, Leadership, Certification, Research and Technology, Management, Composites, Strategy, Forecasts and Budgets, Capacity Planning, Production Support, TRLs, Automation
Benefits
Looking after our people is our priority. We offer a range of flexible benefits to support you, both in and out of work:
- Competitive salary with annual review and bonus
- 25 days’ holiday + bank holidays
- Private medical insurance
- Comprehensive health cash plan
- Flexible working options
- Pension contributions (10% employer-funded) & life assurance
- Early finish on Fridays
- Professional development, ongoing training & mentoring opportunities
- Onsite amenities – parking, restaurant, bicycle storage & showers
- Family-friendly and inclusive workplace policies
"Here, we craft excellence together."
About Safran Actuation Systems UK
Safran Actuation Systems UK is a leading design, manufacturing and support hub for actuation and flight-control solutions used across commercial, military and rotary aircraft platforms.
Based in Wolverhampton and Banbury, our teams are vital in delivering innovative, reliable and safe systems to keep aircraft performing at peak levels.
Mining expertise in aerospace engineering and advanced manufacturing, we support major global programmes and pioneer next-gen actuation technologies—because our people drive everything we achieve.
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Joining Safran Actuation Systems UK means becoming part of: ✔️ A highly skilled global network in aerospace ✔️ A collaborative environment where innovation and growth are rewarded ✔️ A team shaping the future of aerospace
Your Role: Engineering Lead – Composites
As the Engineering Lead in our Composite Value Stream, you will:
- Champion innovation in advanced composite manufacturing, bridging production, R&T and NPI phase.
- Provide strategic, technical and organisational leadership to a multidisciplinary team specialising in aerospace composite tubular products.
- Drive continuous improvement, implement cutting-edge R&T projects, and shape the technical roadmap as we expand.
- Collaborate with customers, research institutions and industry partners to deliver solutions of global impact.
- Support the site and engineering leadership through a period of technical and business transformation.
This role offers a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to cultivate Safran’s engineering strategy and aerodynamic composite advancement strategy—and shape its future.
What You’ll Bring
Essential Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Materials Engineering or related technical discipline.
- Extensive experience in aerospace, defence or highly regulated manufacturing leadership roles.
- Deep technical expertise in advanced composite technology and manufacturing.
- Proven track record in managing engineering teams of 20+ people.
- Experience supporting both production and NPI (New Product Introduction) programmes.
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Desirable
- Master’s degree in an engineering, materials science or aerospace-related field.
- Knowledge of Filament Winding, Dry Lay-Up, Resin Transfer Moulding.
- Chartered Engineer (CEng) or equivalent professional registration.
- Relevant leadership/management qualifications.
- Direct experience with aerospace OEMs and Tier 1 customers.
- Aerospace certification and qualification process understanding.
And Now to Who You Are
Safran values diversity and inclusion as critical drivers of our success. Our goal is to build differences in our teams and to foster fair, equitable recruitment.
Note: If you don’t meet all criteria, we encourage applications if you believe you offer transferable experience to this role. Please request reasonable adjustments to the process if needed.
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