Head of Technical Audit

Job description

Head of Technical Audit

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 Seats is one of the world's leading manufacturers of aircraft seats, for both crew and passengers. 1 million Safran Seats-manufactured aircraft seats are currently in service with air fleets around the world.

Reference

2026-170894

Position description

Domain

Research, design and development

Job field / Job profile

R&D technical direction - Chief technology officer

Job title

Head of Technical Audit

Employment type

Permanent

Professional category

Professional, Engineer & Manager

Part time / Full time

Full-time

Job description

Are you interested in working at the business end of Aerospace, where airline brand meets innovative passenger experience? Then your next opportunity could be with Safran Seats, an industry award winning, premium designer and manufacturer of First and Business Class seating and technology. Our passenger experience prides itself on innovation, customization, quality and industrial design.

The purpose of the Head of Technical Audit role is to act as the primary focal point in SGB Engineering for all aspects related to the Safran Seats Technical Audit (TA) function, i.e.

• Ensure Master Engineering Reviews (MER) and associated Part design reviews for each development project are held on time and in line.

• Ensure the Review Action Item Lists (RAILs) are generated and followed up until completion.

• Be an active member of the TA network, and communicate pro-actively on best practices.

• Act as the independent reviewer of the technical designs at each MER, and identify improvements or feedback as needed.

• Generate the On Time Treatment (OTT) KPI based on the closure of all actions from MERs held in SGB.

• Ensures execution of the TA mission within SGB in line with TA processes and procedures.

• Identifies all necessary improvements within SGB to ensure the TA missions are fully achieved.

But what else? (benefits, specificities, etc.)

What We'll Offer

• As a valued member of our team, these are just a few of the benefits you'll receive:

• 33 days holiday (including bank holidays)

• Industry leading pension scheme with salary sacrifice employer contributions up to 10%.

• Private medical cover (to include Digital GP and rapid access Physio with no excess) with ability to upgrade level of benefit and cover family members.

• Access to salary sacrifice benefits scheme including cycle to work and Octopus EV Scheme

• 4 x Life Assurance

• Annual Bonus

·  Car allowance

• Interactive benefits platform including wide range of discretionary benefits including technology, retail benefits, income protection.

• Enhanced family friendly policies and benefits (enhanced maternity and paternity leave) and employee assistance programme

• Annual share save schemes.

• Option for hybrid and flexible working arrangements

• Opportunities for career advancement and personal growth. Benefit from support through Safran University and our internal Training and Development Schools

• Get involved in our corporate social responsibility activities from sustainability initiatives, charity and fundraising, volunteering days, or supporting STEM activities at local schools and colleges nurturing the next generation of talent

Candidate skills & requirements

·  The role demands a high level of experience and competence in engineering design and management plus

all associated processes.

· 
Engineering degree

· 
Suitable engineering design and management experience in an Aerospace product

development environment preferably.

·  In-depth knowledge of all engineering disciplines and be able to find suitable solutions to fulfill all of those necessary aspects when a particular technical problem arises.

A good level of technical knowledge is required in:

 Mechanical design

 Electrical design

 Electronic control systems and actuation

 Stress analysis

 Dynamic and static testing, and understanding of results

 Current industry standards, including all relevant FAA, EASA & CAA regulations

 Airframer requirements and processes

The position holder is also required to operate project management and risk management processes.

We are committed to building a workforce that is reflective of the diverse community we serve. We want to attract the best applications from people of all backgrounds and underrepresented groups because we strongly believe in adding value through diversity, inclusion. Our employees enable us to deliver services that are accessible and inclusive. As part of our commitment with Disability Confident Employers, we may offer a guaranteed interview to applicants who meet the essential criteria for the post. We strive to provide reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process and employment. Let us know if you need support to showcase your talents or require any reasonable adjustments with your application.

Position location

Job location

Europe, UK, Wales

City (-ies)

Llantarnam Industrial Park NP44 3HQ Cwmbran