Job Description

Safran Landing Systems is the world leader in aircraft landing and braking systems and is at the forefront of contributing to safer, more sustainable aviation for current and future generations. We design, test, manufacture and assemble landing gear used on commercial aircraft including Airbus and Boeing, and UK military aircraft such as the Eurofighter Typhoon.
Gloucester is home to the UK division and has been a leader of cutting edge landing gear technology for over 90 years, since the innovative designs of Sir George Dowty. YOU can be a part of our legacy…

Due to internal movement,. we now have opportunities for Production Program Managers to join the team in 2025. The PPM is a busy, interesting and pressurised role. As Production Program Manager, you will be the interface between production, programs and customer. You will be responsible for the continuous improvement of the structural Industrial performance (delivery and quality) for the Program and accountable for costs for the Production scope of work for its Programs. As an escalation, the PPM can temporarily become the coordinator of the recovery plan in support of the execution functions.

Key Responsibilities & Duties will include;
•Escalate as needed to the IPT the industrial blockers where support of functions are needed
•Industrial focal point with the Customer as required by Programs
•Understand and prioritize industrial global critical activities within the IPT, especially with Engineering. (cost reduction, manufacturability, design changes, NC etc.) & validate Design Changes on behalf of Operations.

In order to achieve this goal, the PPM is responsible to;
•Collect, consolidate & assess the risks and develop & evaluate risk mitigation plans
•Ensure recovery action plans, are consistent and robust (in case on non-performance)
•Verify Manufacturing plans & Assembly plans are in line with the rules defined and ensure protection of the Program
•Lead WHAT-IF scenario assessments
•The PPM is to become accountable for costs for the Production scope of work for its Programs
•Set and agree work to conclude a recovery plan
•Ensure on time delivery, quality and costs are maintained
•Risk management - look long term and more strategically, looking at risks further ahead.

Complementary Description

Why us?
At Safran, 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

The key element for this role is the right person with the right mindset and attributes. You will be managing cross functional teams, with no direct reports. Excellent communication skills are a must!

•Crisis management experience is essential, with the ability to step in, handle and coordinate the crisis
•SAP / ERP experience
•Manufacturing awareness and processes
•Ability to problem solve
•Aerospace experience an advantage but not essential
•Financial awareness is needed for inventory and planning work
•Project management skills

If you are a Production Manager seeking their next career step, this role could well be a consideration for you too!

What we will give you?
•Hybrid/Flexible working hours with an early finish on a Friday (4.5 day working week)
•25 days holiday + UK Bank Holidays, plus the option to buy/sell annual leave
•Annual bonus & Share scheme options
•Pension scheme (up to 8% match) and life assurance (4x salary)
•Onsite parking, including EV chargers, subsidised restaurant, bicycle storage and shower/changing facilities
•Our Benefits Portal offers a number of schemes including: cycle to work, technology & retail savings, access to healthcare & wellbeing services, discounted gym memberships and more!
•Global and local career progression opportunities and training & development programmes
•STEM engagement with schools, colleges and universities and Charitable activities for all
•Social events throughout the year, and access to Dowty Sports and Social clubs

What's my next step?
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.

Diversity & Inclusion
We want Safran Landing Systems to be a workplace where everyone feels valued, can be themselves and know they can reach their full potential. We embrace and celebrate our differences through various initiatives and support colleagues through a number of staff networks.

We're committed to building a strong, diverse workforce and making Safran Landing Systems an inclusive place to work.

‘Offers of employment will be subject to a relevant level of company security vetting, which may include a criminal record check'

Specificity of the job

Travel every three months will be required to a sister site – this could be Canada or France