Assistant Principal Design Engineer

Company: Safran Landing Systems

Job field: Mechanics

Location: Gloucester, England, United Kingdom

Contract type: Permanent

Contract duration: Full-time

Safran Landing Systems is the world leader in aircraft landing and braking systems and is at the forefront of contributing to safer, more sustainable aviation for current and future generations. We design, test, manufacture and assemble landing gear used on commercial aircraft including Airbus and Boeing, and UK military aircraft such as the Eurofighter Typhoon. Gloucester is home to the UK division and has been a leader of cutting-edge landing gear technology for over 90 years, since the innovative designs of Sir George Dowty. YOU can be a part of our legacy.

Job Responsibilities

As an Assistant Principal Design Engineer, you will be required to:

1. Propose and agree Landing Gear Design conceptual studies.
2. Propose efficient solutions to design problems to achieve business objectives.
3. Ensure technical quality of Work package activities.
4. Act as a Design Technical focal and mentor.
5. Represent SLS at customer meetings.
6. Check and approve technical deliverables.
7. Support the creation, progression, and usage of new design methods & tools.

Complementary Description

You will be a practical expert in design activities, interfacing with other areas of the business where necessary: Chief Engineers, Programmes, Test Engineering, Manufacturing, etc. You will coach engineers in theoretical and ‘real life' best practices, represent Safran LS as a technical focal for internal and external projects, advise on appropriate technical developments, and influence the Aerospace community in appropriate technological developments. Additionally, you will participate in technical audits & reviews and comply with industry standards, regulations & qualification requirements.

Job Requirements

You should be knowledgeable in your field, both internally and externally, with good engineering analysis skills and understanding of Safran Landing Gear design methods. You must be able to understand the formal and informal structures of the organisation, including your own area, SLS, and partner organisations. Additionally, you need to operate with limited supervision in a complex environment.

• Minimum of HNC/HND level, but ideally BSc/MSc, in an engineering discipline.
• Experience of working with recognised design software tools, preferably CATIA.
• Ability to propose efficient pragmatic solutions to engineering problems.
• Good knowledge of design and manufacturing processes, preferably related to the aerospace industry.
• Fully conversant with traditional and computerised design methods.
• Previous aerospace experience.
• GD&T experience is desirable.
• Good knowledge of aerospace materials and manufacturing processes.
• Strong communication skills.
• Building & Maintaining relationships.
• Business Awareness.
• Leadership.
• Influencing/Networking.
• Coaching.
• Personal Drive.
• Team Working.

What We Will Give You?

• Hybrid/Flexible working hours with an early finish on a Friday (4.5 day working week).
• 25 days holiday + UK Bank Holidays, plus the option to buy/sell annual leave.
• Annual bonus & Share scheme options.
• Pension scheme (up to 8% match) and life assurance (4x salary).
• Onsite parking, including EV chargers, subsidised restaurant, bicycle storage and shower/changing facilities.
• Our Benefits Portal offers various schemes including: cycle to work, technology & retail savings, access to healthcare & wellbeing services, discounted gym memberships, and more!
• Global and local career progression opportunities and training & development programmes.
• STEM engagement with schools, colleges and universities and Charitable activities for all.
• Social events throughout the year, and access to Dowty Sports and Social clubs.

What's My Next Step?

Please apply by uploading a CV. If your experience matches what we're looking for, one of our recruitment team will give you a call.

Diversity & Inclusion

We want Safran Landing Systems to be a workplace where everyone feels valued, can be themselves, and know they can reach their full potential. We embrace and celebrate our differences through various initiatives and support colleagues through a number of staff networks. We're committed to building a strong, diverse workforce and making Safran Landing Systems an inclusive place to work.

Offers of employment will be subject to a relevant level of company security vetting, which may include a criminal record check.

Specificity of the Job

This post is based in Gloucester. There is the opportunity to work on a hybrid basis from home, for up to 2 days per week, business needs allowing. This is a full-time position working 37 hours per week across 5 weekdays. Working patterns are flexible under the terms of our Flexible working scheme. Applications for working on a reduced hours basis will be considered in line with the needs of the business. Occasional travel may be required. Candidate will need to have full DBS clearance for any offer to be confirmed and possess a British passport.