Quality Engineer - SAFRAN Landing Systems Services LTD

Quality Engineer (H/F) – SAFRAN LANDING SYSTEMS SERVICES UK LTD

Safran est un groupe international de haute technologie opérant dans les domaines de l'aéronautique (propulsion, équipements et intérieurs), de l'espace et de la défense. Sa mission : contribuer durablement à un monde plus sûr, où le transport aérien devient toujours plus respectueux de l'environnement, plus confortable et plus accessible. Implanté sur tous les continents, le Groupe emploie 100 000 collaborateurs pour un chiffre d'affaires de 27,3 milliards d'euros en 2024, et occupe, seul ou en partenariat, des positions de premier plan mondial ou européen sur ses marchés.

Safran est la 2e entreprise du secteur aéronautique et défense du classement « World"s Best Companies 2024 » du magazine TIME. Safran Landing Systems est le leader mondial des fonctions d'atterrissage et de freinage pour aéronefs. Son expertise couvre l'ensemble du cycle de vie de ses produits, de la conception et la fabrication jusqu'à la maintenance et la réparation. Partenaire de plus de 25 avionneurs dans les domaines du transport civil, régional et d'affaires ainsi que dans le domaine militaire, Safran Landing Systems équipe plus de 35 000 aéronefs et ses équipements effectuent plus de 100 000 atterrissages quotidiens.

Quality that all major airlines rely on… driven by you! As part of our Quality team, the Quality Engineer will report to the Quality Manager, working with industry leaders. You’ll get to work with a knowledgeable team on interesting and sustainable projects. The purpose of this role is to collaborate with all areas of Safran Landing Systems Services UK Ltd (SLSS) to provide comprehensive support, direction and, where appropriate, personal contribution to both build on and maintain the SLSS and Safran Landing Systems (SLS) Quality Management Systems in terms of people, processes and projects.

You’ll have opportunities to learn and progress, with investment being made on site – it’s an exciting time to join our growing local team! Looking after the people who make Safran great is a priority for us.

We offer a range of benefits designed to support you, both in and outside of work. We value your time: we have an early finish on a Friday, giving you time to recharge. Time to unwind: start with 25 days of holiday, plus UK Bank Holidays, and we offer options to buy or sell days to fit your needs. Sharing in our success: we believe in rewarding your contributions with an annual bonus and share scheme options.

Planning for your future: we offer a generous pension scheme, with up to 8 % matched contributions, and life assurance at 4 × your salary. Making your work life easier: enjoy onsite parking, including EV chargers, a subsidised restaurant, bicycle storage, and shower facilities. Flexibility that works for you: we offer a wide range of flexible benefits and working options (role dependant), enhanced maternity and family‑friendly benefits, because we know everyone's needs are different.

• Experience in a similar role within an aerospace AS9110 / AS 9100 environment ideally, but other experience (e.g., automotive) may be considered.
• Internal Audit qualification to an internationally recognised standard.
• Good understanding of CAA / EASA and FAA Part 145, and other aerospace regulations.
• Experience working with internal teams as well as customers – managing complaints and problem‑solving with root‑cause analysis.
• Experience dealing with regulatory authorities.
• Knowledge and experience in quality improvement and relevant tools (PDCA, Root‑cause analysis).
• Lean skills/experience such as Kaizen and 5S highly desirable.
• Confident, driven, excellent communicator with a hands‑on approach.
• Strong statistical, analytical skills.
• Good Microsoft Office skills (Word, Excel and PowerPoint).
• Flexibility within the Quality Team to cover other job responsibilities.
• Full driving licence.

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 you to apply if you can demonstrate a variety of skills and experiences relevant to the requirements of this role.

We will consider all applicants who meet the minimum requirements regardless of their age, identity or background.

Offers of employment will be subject to a relevant level of company security vetting, which may include a criminal record check. Join Safran and discover what we could achieve, together.