Disassembly Operative

Job description

Disassembly Operative

Vacancy details

General information

Entity

Safran is an international high-technology group, operating in the aviation (propulsion, equipment and interiors), defense and space markets. Its core purpose is to contribute to a safer, more sustainable world, where air transport is more environmentally friendly, comfortable and accessible. Safran has a global presence, with 100,000 employees and sales of 27.3 billion euros in 2024, and holds, alone or in partnership, world or regional leadership positions in its core markets.

Safran is in the 2nd place in the aerospace and defense industry in TIME magazine's "World's best companies 2024" ranking.

Safran Landing Systems is the world leader in aircraft landing and braking systems. Its expertise covers the entire life cycle of its products, from design and manufacturing to maintenance and repair. The company has partnerships with more than 25 airframers in civil, regional, commercial and military transport, supporting more than 35,000 aircraft and making over 100,000 landings every day

Reference

2025-166221

Position description

Domain

Production

Job field / Job profile

Manufacture assembly and repair - Assembly

Job title

Disassembly Operative

Employment type

Permanent

Professional category

Employees / Staff

Part time / Full time

Full-time

Job description

Aircraft safety and efficiency, ensured by you.

As part of the Operations Salvage Team the Strip operative is responsible for dismantling aircraft landing gears down to individual components. This includes the stripping of paint and cleaning of parts to deliver on time to the Inspection, NDT and MFF process areas. You'll work with the latest equipment and gain valuable experience in aircraft production.

You'll have opportunities to learn and progress, with investment being made on site it's an exciting time to join our growing local team!

Looking after the people who make Safran great is a priority for us. We offer a range of benefits designed to support you, both in and outside of work.

• We value your time: We have an earlier finish on a Friday, giving you time to recharge.

• Time to unwind: Start with 25 days of holiday, plus UK Bank Holidays, and we offer options to buy or sell days to fit your needs.

• Planning for your future: We offer a generous pension scheme, with up to 8% matched contributions, and life assurance at 4x your salary.

• Making your work life easier: Enjoy onsite parking, including EV chargers, a subsidised restaurant, bicycle storage, and shower facilities.

• Flexibility that works for you: We offer a wide range of flexible benefits and working options (role dependant), enhanced maternity and family friendly benefits, because we know everyone's needs are different.

Who are Safran Landing Systems?

We are a global leader in aircraft landing and braking systems, from commercial and business travel to military and defence fleets. Our expertise cover the entire life cycle of our products from end-to-end: design, manufacturing, maintenance and repair.

We're at the forefront of aerospace technology, creating safer, more sustainable aviation for the next generation of aerospace. It's easy to take flying for granted, or forget the incredible amount of technical skills, capability and co-ordination required to create an aircraft. At Safran, we never take it for granted. Our people's talents and skills come together to make the feat of flying possible. Here, you can create an impact you're proud of, where you're rewarded for your dedication and willingness to learn.

What will I be doing?

• Disassembling complex mechanical parts

• Setting up tooling fixtures and assist in new tooling design

• Use of general hand, pneumatic and small electrical tooling

• Wet and dry Paint Stripping, degreasing and cleaning components

• Following component maintenance manuals and engineering layout information in order to determine methods and sequences of operations needed to disassemble complex components

• Use of Forklift

• Conform to COSHH regulations and safe use of chemicals

Candidate skills & requirements

What do I need to succeed in the role?

• Experienced in dismantling Mechanical Parts

• Excellent communication skills

• High attention to detail with strong quality awareness

• Good computer skills

• Team working ethics

• Self-managing and reliant

• Good problem solving skills

• Must be willing to train and take on board new skills

• Involvement in continuous improvement activities to reduce shop processing times and manufacturing hours

• You will be required to work shift rotations comprising of Days, Lates, Nights and when required Weekends.

At Safran, we understand that diversity and inclusion make teams stronger and more effective, and as an organisation, we are committed to fair and equitable employment practices for everyone.

We also know that some candidates may be put off applying for jobs where they don't meet 100% of the criteria outlined in the advert, however, we encourage you to apply if you can demonstrate a variety of skills and experiences relevant to the requirements of this role.

We will consider all applicants who meet the minimum requirements regardless of their age, identity or background.

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

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

Join Safran and discover what we could achieve, together.

Position location

Job location

Europe, UK, England, South West

City (-ies)

Gloucester (MRO)