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Safran
Engineering Lead - Composites
Location: Banbury (Site-based)
About Safran Actuation Systems UK
Safran Actuation Systems UK designs, manufactures, and supports specialised actuation and flight-control solutions for commercial, military, and rotary aircraft platforms. With key sites in Wolverhampton and Banbury, the team delivers innovative, reliable, and safe systems that enhance aircraft performance.
The UK Actuation business combines:
- Engineering excellence
- Advanced manufacturing
- A heritage rooted in aerospace
Joining Safran Actuation Systems UK means becoming part of a collaborative, forward-thinking global network with opportunities to grow, innovate, and shape the aerospace industry’s future.
Key Skills for This Role
NPI, Leadership, Certification, Research & Technology, Management, Composites, Strategy, Forecasting & Budgets, Capacity Planning, Production Support, TRLs, Automation
Your Role
As Engineering Lead, you will:
Leadership & Strategy
- Champion innovation and technical advancement across:
- Current production
- *Research & Technology (R&T)
- New Product Introduction (NPI) activities*
- Provide strategic, technical, and organisational direction for composite programs.
- Oversee lifecycle management of advanced composite tubular products for aerospace applications.
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Impact & Responsibilities
- Drive continuous improvement and lead R&T projects collaboratively with:
- External customers
- Research institutions
- Industry partners
- Support transformational growth during a critical period for business expansion.
- Work closely with site and engineering leadership to shape future capabilities.
What You’ll Bring
Essential:
- Bachelor’s degree in:
- Aerospace
- Mechanical
- Materials
- Manufacturing Engineering
- Or a related technical discipline
- 10+ years of engineering leadership in:
- Aerospace, defence, or highly regulated manufacturing
- Deep expertise in advanced composite technology & manufacturing processes
- Proof of managing engineering teams of 20+ people (both technical & operational)
- Tangible success in supporting both:
- Production programs
- New development initiatives
Desirable (Not Essential):
- Master’s or post-graduate qualification in engineering (Mechanical, Materials Science, Aerospace, Automotive).
- Technical specialisation in:
- Filament Winding
- Dry Winding
- Resin Transfer Moulding (RTM)
- Chartered Engineer (CEng) or equivalent professional registration
- Formal leadership certifications
- Experience with:
- Aerospace or Automotive OEMs & Tier 1 customers
- Understanding of aerospace certification & qualification processes
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Why Safran?
"At Safran, we craft excellence together."
Safran offers a suite of benefits to help you thrive both professionally and personally:
- Competitive salary, annual bonus, and performance-oriented pay reviews
- 25 days holiday plus public holidays
- Private medical insurance
- Health cash plan
- Flexible working options
- Strong pension plan (10% employer contribution) + life assurance
- Early Friday finishes
- Professional development, mentoring, and ongoing training
- On-site amenities including:
- Parking
- Restaurant
- Bicycle storage
- Showers
- Family-friendly & accessible workplace policies
Our Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion
Safran values a dynamic range of skills and experiences. If you don’t meet all the stated criteria but believe you could still contribute, we encourage you to apply.
We welcome discussion on reasonable adjustments to facilitate your application process. Let us know how we can accommodate you.
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