Industrialisation Delivery Manager

Job description

Industrialisation Delivery Manager

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 Electrical & Power is one of the world's leaders in aircraft electrical systems. The company is a key player in equipment electrification and in the electric and hybrid propulsion sector. It has over 14,000 employees across 13 different countries.

Reference

2026-172446

Position description

Domain

Production

Job field / Job profile

Industrial engineering - Industrialization leader

Job title

Industrialisation Delivery Manager

Employment type

Permanent

Professional category

Professional, Engineer & Manager

Part time / Full time

Full-time

Job description

Industrialisation Delivery Manager – Pitstone, Tring, Hertfordshire

Benefits: 8% Bonus, Excellent Pension, 33 Days Holiday, Dental, BUPA, EV scheme, Workplace nursery scheme, Midday finish on Fridays, Enhanced family friendly policies, Wellbeing programme, Employee assistance program including health and finance, Onsite subsidised canteen

Skills – NPI, APQP, Project Management, People Management, Lean/CI, Manufacturing, Aerospace, Industrial process development

Safran – Here, we craft excellence together.

At Safran, excellence is a journey – and we'd love you to be a part of it. As a 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.

We are looking for a passionate individual to join our Industrialisation team as our Industrialisation Delivery Manager at our Pitstone site.

Your Mission

As our Industrialisation Delivery Manager, you will play a pivotal role in advancing our industrial strategy and delivering critical programs. Acting as the right hand to the Head of Industrialisation, you will ensure the seamless deployment of new technologies, efficient resource management, and robust governance across multiple projects and teams.

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 and are proudly a Disability Confident Employer.

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 anybody to apply if you can demonstrate a variety of skills and experience relevant to the requirements of this role.

We will consider all applicants who meet the minimum essential requirements regardless of their identity or background. Please let us know in your cover letter if you would like to discuss any reasonable adjustments to the application or hiring process that may better facilitate your participation. We will make every effort to respond to your request for assistance as soon as possible – including guaranteed interviews under the Disability Confident Scheme for those that qualify.

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

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.

Candidate skills & requirements

Key Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day industrialisation operations, monitoring KPIs and consolidating reporting.

• Coordinate team resources - managing load-capacity planning and ensuring readiness gates are met.

• Oversee risk mitigation and operational performance, ensuring compliance with governance standards.

• Develop and deploy our Industrialisation Capability Roadmap (People, Processes, Tools/Methods, Systems, Knowledge/Data).

• Directly manage and mentor Engineers and Leads, deputising for the Head of Industrialisation as required.

• Implement and maintain portfolio governance, department budgets, and workforce planning.

• Champion innovation projects and continuous improvement initiatives—delivering benefits through new technologies and process improvements.

• Maintain active stakeholder engagement, both internally and within the supply base, driving collaborative solutions.

What You'll Bring

• Demonstrable operational leadership in industrialisation or manufacturing engineering with multi-program management experience.

• Significant background in complex, dynamic component manufacturing - NPI (New Product Introduction) expertise preferred.

• HNC/HND or Degree in Mechanical, Electronics or Production Engineering, or equivalent experience.

• Track record of successful technology/process introductions with measurable benefits: DFM & DTC targets, Lean, APQP/PPAP/SPC practices.

• Skilled in project management, industrial transfer, and building robust supply chain relationships.

• Continuous improvement driver

• Expert knowledge of manufacturing 4.0 technologies and industry standards

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with proven stakeholder influence.

• Computer literacy and proficiency in PLM, MES, ERP, and MS Office.

• Ability to understand, read, and write in English.

Desirable:

• Experience leading teams in a regulated environment.

• Green Belt/Black Belt

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.

Get involved

We also have a number of groups and forums onsite that you can get involved with, including Women at Safran, STEM ambassadors, Employee Forum, Charity Partnerships and Wellbeing Programs.

Our Wellbeing Program in Pitstone aims to place employee wellbeing at the heart of our business, and we integrate it within all that we do. The program is made up of four wellbeing committees; Healthy Minds, Physical, Social & Financial. Our enhanced family friendly policies re-enforce our commitment to providing a workplace that is both diverse and inclusive.

Position location

Job location

Europe, UK, England

City (-ies)

Westfield Road LU7 9RH Pitstone, Buckinghamshire