Materials Engineer

Job description

Materials Engineer

Company : Safran Landing Systems

Job field : Material and processes

Location : Gloucester , England , United Kingdom

Contract type : Permanent

Contract duration : Full-time

Professional status : Professional, Engineer & Manager

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Job Description

Materials Engineer

Materials expertise that make flying possible!

Due to expansion, we are now recruiting for a Materials Engineer to join our team.

This is an exceptional chance to join the Materials & Processes Laboratory team based in Gloucester. 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.

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We value your time: We have an early finish on a Friday, giving you time to recharge. (if applicable)

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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.

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Sharing in our success: We believe in rewarding your contributions with an annual bonus and share scheme options.

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

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

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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.

This role will mainly require involvement to support the monitoring of the supply chain for landing gear parts. In addition, there will be scope to participate in hands on work such as mechanical testing campaigns and forensic investigation of landing gear parts.

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.

Key Responsibilities:

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Involvement in laboratory tasks relating to raw material suppliers, forgers and foundries

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Review of metallic supplier performance. Review current production performance and historical data

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Implement improvement plans within SLS supply base for steel, aluminium and titanium materials

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Technical audits of suppliers, with the help of the SLS Quality Assurance department

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Support the qualification of new raw material suppliers, such as steel mills

Complementary Description

Our employees are at the heart of our success and we work together towards Four People Fundamentals that underpin life at Safran:

• We believe in and promote diversity and inclusion as key values across our business

• We develop our colleagues skills and build opportunities so you can shape our future

• We create a trustworthy work place to support you, as you dare to act and innovate

• We encourage collaboration and mutual support for you and your colleagues

Job Requirements

What do I need to succeed?

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A degree in metallurgy or materials engineering/ science

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Previous experience of working in a materials laboratory environment, preferably within the aerospace sector.

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Extensive knowledge of metallurgy, particularly with respect to steels, titanium and aluminium alloys

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Experience in the supply chain monitoring, with regards to forging and/or melting practices of metals

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Ability to understand and interpret specifications relating to materials and processes

The successful candidate will be required to pass military clearance.

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.

If you would like to discuss any reasonable adjustments to the application or hiring process that may better facilitate your participation please get in touch for an informal chat.

We will make every effort to respond to your request for assistance as soon as possible.

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.

But what else? (advantages, specific features, etc.)

There will be an element of travel with this role, to other Safran sites and suppliers as required

Company Information

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

Locate your future workplace

Cheltenham Road EastGL2 9QH

Gloucester

England United Kingdom

100,000

employees worldwide

27

Number of countries where Safran is located

35

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Safran is an Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.