Special Process Quality Engineer

Job description

Special Process Quality Engineer

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 Nacelles designs, integrates and provides support and after-sales service for aircraft nacelles. The company is a global leader in the market for commercial aircraft with more than 100 seats, business aircraft and regional aircraft. At the cutting edge of technology, Safran Nacelles offers nacelles that are ever more integrated with the engine, aerodynamic, lightweight with advanced acoustic treatments in order to contribute to the reduction of CO2 and noise emissions from aircraft.

Reference

2026-176581

Position description

Domain

Performance and Support

Job field / Job profile

Quality - Technical surveys and appraisals

Job title

Special Process Quality Engineer

Employment type

Permanent

Professional category

Employees / Staff

Part time / Full time

Full-time

Job description

About Safran Nacelles

Safran Nacelles is a worldwide leader in aircraft engine nacelles. Our products and services equip all aircraft types: regional, business, short, medium and long‑range commercial aircraft. Our expertise covers nacelle design, manufacturing, integration, maintenance and services. We were voted the 28th best worldwide employer in 2022 by Forbes. Our site in Burnley provides employment to almost 700 people and we are proud to be one of the largest private sector employers in Burnley.

Your Role

As a Special Process Quality Engineer, you will play a key role in ensuring the robustness, compliance, and continuous improvement of special processes across Safran Nacelles and its supply chain. Working within a global, multi‑skilled team, you will support the qualification, monitoring, and improvement of special process installations both in‑house and at suppliers across the UK and internationally.

You will contribute to the industrialisation of special processes, ensuring practices meet Safran, regulatory, and industry requirements—including NADCAP. You will support production by resolving technical issues, proposing corrective and preventive actions, and providing expert guidance to maintain product quality and operational continuity.

You will also coordinate NADCAP accreditation activities, lead internal and supplier audits, support operator qualification, and represent Safran within the Group's Special Processes Competence Network. Your work will directly support product safety, process excellence, and the continuous improvement of our global supply chain.

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

Looking after the people who make Safran great is our priority. We offer a range of flexible benefits designed to support you—both in and out of work, including:

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37‑hour working week over 4.5 days with a 1pm finish on Fridays (role dependant)

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25 days' holiday + bank holidays (plus the option to buy an additional 5 days)

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10% employer pension contribution (5% employee contribution with the option to increase via salary exchange)

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Flex‑time scheme that allows you to take two half days or one full day off per month

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4X life insurance benefit as a member of the pension scheme

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Non‑contributory BUPA private medical insurance plan

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Excellent training, education, and development schemes

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Enhanced sickness, maternity, adoption and paternity leave

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Option to purchase Safran shares with additional free shares from the company

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Excellent on‑site catering facilities providing subsidised hot and cold meals

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Corporate membership at the Crow Wood Hotel & Spa

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Wellbeing support through our employee assistance programme

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Cycle to work scheme and a range of flexible benefits chosen by you

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 trusted 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 where we can all succeed together through a shared vision.

Candidate skills & requirements

What You'll Bring

Essential

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Strong technical knowledge of Composites, or alternatively Welding, Heat Treatment, Chemical Processing, or NDT

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Engineering‑related HNC / HND / Degree with ideally 3+ years' experience in aerospace, automotive, or similar industries

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Good knowledge of quality tools such as FMEA, 8D, risk analysis

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Experience in complex problem solving and delivering improvement projects

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Experience in quality planning for the introduction of new special processes and installations

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Fluency in English (written and spoken)

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Strong planning, organisational, and interpersonal skills

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Ability to work autonomously while contributing effectively within a team

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Proficiency with IT tools including MS Office and databases

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Proactive mindset with a willingness to take on new challenges

Desirable

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Experience with Aerospace quality standards

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Knowledge or experience of auditing

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Experience coordinating or supporting NADCAP accreditations

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Driving licence

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Experience working within a global supply chain environment

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 anybody to apply if you can demonstrate a variety of skills and experience relevant to the requirements of this role. Please let us know if you would like to discuss any reasonable adjustments to the application or hiring process that may better facilitate your participation.

Position location

Job location

Europe, UK, England, North West

City (-ies)

Bancroft Road, BB10 2RZ Burnley

Candidate criteria

Additional Languages preferred

English (Fluent)