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Manufacturing Engineer - Industrialisation M/F
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Manufacturing Engineer - Industrialisation
About Safran Actuation Systems UK
Safran Actuation Systems UK is a world class centre for the design, manufacture and support of cutting-edge actuation and flight control solutions used across commercial, military and rotary platforms. With major sites in Wolverhampton and Banbury, our teams play a critical role in delivering innovative, reliable and safe systems that keep aircraft performing at their best.
Our UK Actuation business brings together engineering excellence, advanced manufacturing capability and a proud heritage within the aerospace sector. Whether supporting major global programmes or developing the next generation of actuation technologies, our people are at the heart of everything we do.
As part of Safran's global network, joining Safran Actuation Systems UK means becoming part of a highly skilled, collaborative and forward thinking team with opportunities to grow, innovate and make a meaningful impact in the future of aerospace.
Your Role
As a Manufacturing Engineer focused on Industrialisation, you will play a key role in bringing new products and processes into production within a transformative manufacturing environment.
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You will plan and lead the implementation of manufacturing processes on site, including facility setup, equipment installation, commissioning, and process validation, ensuring full production readiness.
This will include leading insourcing projects, transferring Production facilities & processes into the plant, and ensuring they are stable, efficient, and capable from day one.
Working closely with cross-functional teams, you will ensure that manufacturing systems meet safety, quality, cost, and delivery requirements, while driving continuous improvement and operational excellence.
Benefits
- Competitive salary
- Company performance bonus scheme
- Pension scheme - up to 10% employer contribution
- Private medical insurance
- Comprehensive health cash plan
- 25 days annual leave + bank holidays
- Flexible benefits programme
- Structured training & opportunities to progress
Why Safran?
- A global presence: Be part of a global aerospace, defence & space business with over 100,000 Colleagues, across 300 sites in 30 countries.
- Inclusive & empowering environment: We celebrate our differences and believe they make us stronger.
- Innovation at the core: Join our mission to decarbonise aerospace and make the world a safer place. Your ambitions can take us further.
- Mobility & training opportunities: We can support your ambitions with training, development, a personalised career plan and mobility opportunities. If you have big dreams, we'll support you to make them a reality.
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What You'll Bring
Essential:
- Degree or apprenticeship in Mechanical, Manufacturing Engineering or a related field
- Experience in manufacturing engineering/industrialization
- Relevant experience of project management & risk mitigation planning
- Hands-on experience with APQP, PPAP, PFMEA and control plans
- Good understanding of machining, assembly and testing processes
- Proven ability to deliver process validation, pilot builds, and production ramp-up
- Strong problem-solving mindset with a focus on quality and process capability
Desirable:
- Experience in aerospace, automotive or high-precision manufacturing environments
- Familiarity with AS9100 and AS9145 standards
- Exposure to insourcing or manufacturing transfer projects
- Knowledge of SPC / process capability (Cpk)
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