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 …

What will I be doing?
An exciting and varied role working within the Design & Analysis Department of Safran Landing Systems UK LTD. Reporting to an Engineering Group Leader you will; work on design tasks within an IPT and support meeting deadlines for engineering design deliverables.
Responsibilities include:

• Contribute to all aspects of design from concept to detail design throughout the whole lifecycle of a landing gear
• General static stress analysis and fatigue analysis
• Work competently with Catia & ABAQUS
• Understanding of stress hand calculations
• Interfacing with other areas of the business where necessary: Chief Engineers, Programmes, Test Engineering, Manufacturing etc.
• Work on required design solutions and modifications as requested by your EGL
• Participate in design reviews and present information as and when requested
• Participate in the validation of the product
• Liaise with external suppliers, customers, airframers, regulatory bodies and other industrial organisations as required.
• Identify design solutions and assist in recommending improvements or suggesting alternative methods
• Create/review drawings, designs, concessions and repairs
• Communicate professionally & effectively with both internal & external customers and suppliers
• Comply with industry standards, regulations & qualification requirements

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
• Profit sharing annual bonus
• Our Shares scheme
• Pension scheme (up to 8% match)
• Onsite subsidised canteen, bicycle storage and shower/changing facilities
• Free onsite parking
• Our dedicated Benefits Portal, with a number of schemes including life assurance, cycle to
• work, technology & retail savings, access to healthcare & wellbeing services, and more!
• Global and local career progression opportunities and sponsorship of training courses
• STEM engagement with schools, colleges and universities and Charitable activities for all
• Social events throughout the year, sports and social clubs

Why us?
Safran was ranked globally as the world's third best employer in its sector by Forbes magazine
in 2021. 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

What do you need from me?

• Good working knowledge of aerospace design & manufacturing processes. Landing gear experience would be advantageous.
• A good understanding of the different engineering functions
• Working experience within different engineering functions advantageous.
• Experience of structural mechanics & general static stress analysis
• An understanding of the effective application of tolerances
• Knowledge & experience of fatigue analysis
• Ability to read & interpret engineering drawings
• Experience of working with Catia or other well recognised FEA and fatigue software tools
• Understand material engineering properties
• Experience of GDT desirable (Geometric Design Tolerancing)
• Experience of working to regulatory requirements
• Experience of working in an IPT environment
• Strong communication skills and the ability to clearly present information
• Proficient with Microsoft Office applications
• Organised & able to work to strict deadlines
• Proactive
• *Problem solver

Educational skills and experience

• Minimum of HNC/HND level in an engineering discipline

What's my next step?
Please apply by uploading a CV and cover letter, 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'