Mechanical Design Engineer

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To support design activities that will provide mechanical design solutions from initial concept through to product manufacture.

The responsibilities may cover the entire project or a specific module, with team size varying accordingly. Ensure all mechanical design work complies with company, airframer, regulatory, and customer requirements.

• Design and detail modeling of various suite components to meet program requirements.
• Produce designs meeting specified cost and weight targets.
• Communicate effectively with customers and suppliers.
• Participate in Design Reviews during each phase of NPI.
• Select and apply appropriate materials and processes.
• Ensure integration of design elements within the product.
• Review engineering packages.
• Participate in product validation (prototyping, testing, DFMEA).
• Contribute to development of Best Practice guidelines.
• Perform additional tasks outside normal duties as requested.

Qualifications: Degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, or Structural Engineering, or equivalent apprenticeship with extensive experience.

Essential

Skills:

• Proficiency in CATIA V5 or similar 3D CAD and PLM systems.
• Understanding of tolerances, manufacturing processes, and OEM installation requirements.
• Knowledge of manufacturing methods like sheet metal fabrication, plastics vacuum forming, CNC machining.
• Ability to interpret mechanical drawings and specifications.
• Experience with Boeing, Airbus, or similar OEM specifications.

Please submit your CV for review. Successful candidates will be contacted for next steps.

Safran Seats values diversity and inclusion, supporting colleagues through various initiatives and staff networks. We are committed to building a diverse workforce and an inclusive environment. The role involves pre-employment checks, including criminal record checks, with disclosure of unspent convictions required.

Benefits include 33 days holiday, industry-leading pension, private medical cover, salary sacrifice schemes, life assurance, flexible working, career development opportunities, and involvement in CSR activities.

Safran is a global high-tech group in aerospace, defense, and space sectors, committed to sustainability and innovation. Safran Seats is a leading aircraft seat manufacturer, with over 1 million seats in service worldwide.