Programme Chief Engineer (H/F)

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 92 000 collaborateurs pour un chiffre d'affaires de 23,2 milliards d'euros en 2023, et occupe, seul ou en partenariat, des positions de premier plan mondial ou européen sur ses marchés. Safran s'engage dans des programmes de recherche et développement qui préservent les priorités environnementales de sa feuille de route d'innovation technologique. Safran est la 1ère entreprise du secteur aéronautique et défense du classement « World's Best Companies 2023 » du magazine TIME. N°1 des fonctions d'atterrissage et de freinage, Safran Landing Systems équipe les flottes civiles, régionales, d'affaires et militaires de plus de 25 avionneurs. Son expertise couvre l'ensemble du cycle de vie de ses produits, de la conception et la fabrication à la maintenance et la réparation.

Mission 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… The Programme Chief Engineer is responsible for leading Development Program and In Service activities on a specific Programs. The postholder will be responsible for establishing customer needs and coordinating Safran capability to ensure delivery within agreed SLA's. You will be the main technical focal point throughout the Safran life cycle process, coordinating and managing all engineering aspects for the program, liaising with other functions to ensure coherent planning and will work closely with the Program Management team as part of a multi-functional team. You will have the overall program technical authority/signatory and be part of the engineering site leadership team.

The postholder will be a qualified, competent and experienced Aerospace engineer of some years, with: A strong working knowledge of Hydro Mechanical Systems Degree qualified and ideally a member of a professional body Thorough product knowledge of Aeronautical systems Working knowledge of Aerospace requirements and specifications at Aircraft Level Program and Project-management skills including clear understanding and management of technical risks Communication skills at all levels with the organisation and with customers including presentation, identification of customer needs, ability to influence and negotiate Leadership /People Management skills in order to get the best from allocated resource whilst supporting development and wellbeing Able to understand complex multi-functional challenges, identify the right technical solutions and gain business/customer agreement TRAINING Certification & Airworthiness requirements - TRAINING Part21G formal training 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'