Build Technician

Overview

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 Seats is one of the world s leading manufacturers of aircraft seats, for both crew and passengers. 1 million Safran Seats-manufactured aircraft seats are currently in service with air fleets around the world. 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. Are you interested in working at the business end of Aerospace, where airline brand meets innovative passenger experience? Then your next opportunity could be with Safran Seats, an industry award winning, premium designer and manufacturer of First and Business Class seating and technology.

Our passenger experience prides itself on innovation, customization, quality and industrial design.

• Building prototype and development seat assemblies from CAD data and engineering instructions
• Checking parts and assemblies against drawings, specifications, and design intent
• Identifying and reporting build issues, and supporting root cause analysis (RCA)
• Proposing practical improvements to enhance product manufacturability and assembly efficiency
• Supporting design reviews with feedback from a build and assembly perspective
• Reworking and modifying parts to test new design solutions
• Developing, validating, and improving process work instructions
• Recording build times to support cycle time calculation and production readiness
• Supporting production teams during product ramp-up and training operators
• Working closely with engineering, quality, and operations teams to meet airworthiness and quality requirements
• Contributing to continuous improvement initiatives (5C, 5S, Lean practices)

• 33 days holiday (including bank holidays)
• Industry leading pension scheme with salary sacrifice employer contributions up to 10%
• Private medical cover (to include Digital GP and rapid access Physio with no excess) with ability to upgrade level of benefit and cover family members
• Access to salary sacrifice benefits scheme including cycle to work
• 4 x Life Assurance
• Interactive benefits platform including wide range of discretionary benefits including technology, retail benefits, income protection
• Enhanced family friendly policies and benefits (enhanced maternity and paternity leave) and employee assistance programme
• Annual share save schemes

• Essential
• BTEC Level 3 in Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent experience/apprenticeship)
• Experience in aerospace or automotive manufacturing environments
• Ability to read and interpret 2D engineering drawings
• Hands-on assembly experience using mechanical fixings (fasteners, rivets, bonding, etc.)
• Good understanding of materials (metal, composites, etc.)
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• Good communication skills and ability to work cross-functionally
• Basic IT skills (MS Office) and ability to work with engineering systems
• Ability to work independently and manage priorities under pressure

• Knowledge of machining operations (lathe, milling, CNC)
• Experience with CAD model interrogation (3D software)
• Understanding of composites and additive manufacturing
• Experience in sheet metal work
• Familiarity with MRP/ERP systems (e.g., BaaN)
• Experience creating or improving work instructions and assembly processes