Mechanical Technician

Safran is an international high-technology group, operating in the aviation (propulsion, equipment and interiors), defence 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 92,000 employees and sales of 23.2 billion euros in 2023, and holds, alone or in partnership, world or regional leadership positions in its core markets. Safran undertakes research and development programs to maintain the environmental priorities of its R&T and innovation roadmap.
Safran is in the 1st place in the aerospace and defence industry in TIME magazine's "World's best companies 2023" ranking.

With over one million seats equipping the fleets of the major airlines, Safran Seats is one of the world's leading suppliers of seating for passengers, crews and helicopters thanks to innovative and high added-value solutions.

In the UK, Safran Seats specialises solely in the First Class and Business Class seating markets for wide body aircraft, with industrial and engineering teams in Cwmbran and Newport, Wales and Brackley, England.

The purpose of this role is to be responsible for the build and development of all mechanical aspect of new product introduction projects undertaken by the industrialisation department. You will support design engineering and operations departments to deliver new customer programmes into production on time, to cost and to a high quality standard. There will also be periodic support required by production, sales, R & T and after market teams to deliver customer requests

Key Responsibilities will include:
Check supplied parts and assemblies to ensure compliance to drawing, design data and all relevant specifications
Represent the department in product design reviews giving feedback on likely issues and improvement opportunities
Analyse product design using CAD models and log issues per company process (5C)
Identify assembly and manufacturing process improvement opportunities throughout the product development phase
Build Development articles against CAD model screen grabs/instructions
Analyse development article builds and log issues
Define and validate solutions and countermeasures for 5C issues raised
Build test articles to standard production processes and record deviations
Route harnesses to drawing
View/interrogate product BOMs and locate parts on company's MRP system (BaaN)
Rework parts to new design solutions for trial and evaluation
Rework "out of revision" parts to the latest design standard and complete minor rework order form
Maintain the engineering quality and integrity of the work produced within their work package
Work with other departments to ensure that the design solution meets the appropriate airworthiness requirements
Record timings for assembly and disassembly for calculation of cycle times
Identify the need for jigs and fixtures to ensure correct assembly
Generate, validate and revise Process Work Instructions
Fault find and rectify issues
Train production operators in the assembly process of new products
Support product events with customers - PDR/CDR/FAI/FSR
Support off-site activities e.g. installation of products into aircraft
Support the rework of in-service products against warranty claims and service bulletins
Communicate effectively and professionally with other departments, customers and suppliers
Undertake and maintain 5S activities within the department
Participate in (RCA) route cause analysis activities
Generate and implement continuous improvement ideas
Raise requisition for purchase of parts and equipment to meet department needs
Raise permits and concessions in line with company processes
Interrogate LOPA design data to define material requirements for floor jigs and aircraft representative mock ups

Our in-house design studio co-creates the most innovative experiences in the sky with our airline customers and partners. Our dedicated engineering, production and in-service support facilities are integral to delivering a high-end quality product that we keep flying throughout the life of programme. We are fully supported by a wide team of support functions, from HR to Finance, to Business Development and Planning and Logistics, our team is built to give Safran Seats an end-to-end capability in house in the UK.

Our people
These are our four People Fundamentals that underpin everything we do at Safran:
* We believe in and fostering the conditions for diversity and inclusion to thrive
* 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 between you and your colleagues
So you'll be supported every step of the way!

Sustainability
Our people are at the heart of our success, as we work together to achieve our mission: contributing to a safer and more sustainable aviation. We are tackling the biggest challenges in aerospace, with a commitment to work to decarbonise the industry by 2050.

Global Mobility
As part of the Safran Group, across our businesses we are market leaders in aerospace, defence and space; there is always potential for future mobility in the UK and internationally.

Minimum of BTEC L3 (mechanical engineering) OR suitable depth of relevant experience/time served apprentice
Aerospace/automotive manufacturing experience at defined competent level
Experience of working within company and regulatory processes, standards and specifications
Knowledge of machining operations
Knowledge and use of mechanical fixings - screws, rivets, nails etc.
Knowledge of different materials - sheet metal, steel, wood, composite etc.
Good knowledge of design for assembly/manufacture principles
Knowledge of additive manufacturing
Knowledge and working of composites

As a valued member of our team, these are just a few of the benefits you'll receive:
* 25 days holiday + UK Bank Holidays
* Benefits Programme, with a number of schemes such as cycle to work, technology savings, retail discounts and access to private healthcare
* Career Progressions opportunities such as company sponsorship and further training courses

This role is subject to pre-employment checks, including but not limited to criminal record checks. While having unspent convictions may not necessarily prevent you from being employed, you are required to disclose any unspent convictions during the recruitment process. Only candidates who successfully pass these checks will be considered for employment.