Goodrich Actuation Systems
Programmes Lead
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Programmes Lead
Banbury
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At Safran, excellence is a journey - and we'd love you to be a part of it. As a trusted global leader in aerospace, defence, and space, we are proud to be a company where diversity, innovation, and opportunity come together to shape a sustainable future where we can all succeed together through a shared vision.
Safran Actuation Systems UK is a world-class centre for the design, manufacture and support of 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.
Looking after the people who make Safran great is our priority. We offer a range of flexible benefits designed to support you-both in and out of work, including:
- Early finish on Fridays
- Competitive salary and annual bonus and pay review
- 25 days' holiday + bank holidays
- Private medical insurance
- Comprehensive health cash plan
- Flexible working options
- Pension (10% employer contribution) and life assurance
- Professional development, ongoing training, mentoring
- Onsite amenities: parking, restaurant, bicycle storage, showers
- Family-friendly and accessible workplace policies
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.
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Safran Electronics & Defense is an international company with more than 19,000 employees who bring together expertise and team spirit to design high-technology solutions for the aerospace, defense and space sectors. By combining human and technological intelligence, the company develops products and services for both civil and military customers, operating on land, at sea, in the air and in space.
Your Role
Lead and deliver complex aerospace programmes across the full lifecycle, from research and development through to production and aftermarket support. Drive performance, customer engagement, and team leadership to ensure delivery against cost, quality, and schedule targets.
Key Responsibilities Include:
- Lead multiple programmes across NPI, production, and R&T, ensuring delivery to cost, quality, and schedule commitments
- Act as primary interface with OEM and Tier 1 customers, providing governance, reporting, and performance oversight
- Manage programme plans, budgets, resources, risks, and P&L performance, driving continuous improvement and margin growth
- Oversee NPI and industrialisation activities, including qualification, certification, and production readiness (APQP/PPAP/EIS)
- Coordinate cross-functional teams (engineering, manufacturing, supply chain) to resolve issues and deliver programme milestones
- Lead technology development and R&T initiatives, ensuring successful transition into production programmes
- Provide leadership, coaching, and development for Programme and Project Managers, managing resources and team performance
What You'll Bring
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- Degree in Engineering, Aerospace, Manufacturing, or Business (Master's/professional certifications desirable)
- Significant programme management experience in aerospace, defence, or regulated manufacturing environments
- Proven experience working with OEM and Tier 1 customers and delivering complex programmes end-to-end
- Strong knowledge of product development, certification, industrialisation, and production processes
- Demonstrated financial and P&L management capability with a track record of on-time, on-budget delivery
- Experience leading and developing teams, with strong stakeholder management and leadership skills
Here, we craft excellence together.
If you're ready to take your career to new heights and be part of a company that's crafting the future of flight, apply today.
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. We know that a fulfilling work environment is a key driver for innovative ideas and team success.
- 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.
- A culture of excellence: Join a team that values collaboration, integrity, and continuous improvement. Whatever your background, together we aim for excellence.
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