Safran Actuation Systems UK is a world‑class centre for the design, manufacture and support of cutting‑edge actuation and flight control solutions used across commercial, military and rotary platforms. Located in Wolverhampton and Banbury, we are a dedicated engineering team that designs, produces and supports high‑quality systems for the aviation industry.
Your Role
Manufacturing Engineer – NPI (Full Lifecycle)
- Lead the manufacturing planning and implementation of new products and their associated production facilities and processes.
- Work throughout the NPI project/programme lifecycle from initial design stages through to facility implementation, process validation and full production ramp‑up.
- Act as a key interface across Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain and Operations, and as a member of the Integrated Project Team (IPT), ensuring manufacturing programme deliverables are achieved.
- Apply Systems Engineering V‑model principles to define manufacturing system requirements and influence product design and development through DFx, Lean Manufacturing and APQP.
- Own the design, development and validation of manufacturing processes, including PFMEA, control plans, process simulation & verification, pilot build validation and production readiness reviews.
What You’ll Bring
Essential
- Degree or apprenticeship in Mechanical, Manufacturing Engineering or a related field.
- Strong experience in NPI and full product lifecycle industrialisation.
- Proven track record of successfully introducing new products & processes into production.
- Strong knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, APQP, PPAP, PFMEA, DFx & other best practice.
- Strong understanding of machining, assembly and test processes, including the latest technology roadmaps.
- Ability to influence design and work cross‑functionally with multiple stakeholders.
- Understanding of Systems engineering / V model principles including requirements management and process verification & validation.
Desirable
- Experience in aerospace, automotive or high‑precision industries.
- Familiarity with AS9100 and AS9145 standards.
- Knowledge of SPC / process capability (Cpk) and metrology systems & technologies.
- Relevant experience of project management & risk mitigation planning.
Benefits
- Competitive salary and annual bonus with pay review.
- 25 days holiday + bank holidays.
- Private medical insurance.
- Comprehensive health cash plan.
- Flexible working options.
- Pension (10% employer contribution) and life assurance.
- Early finish on Fridays.
- Professional development, ongoing training and mentoring.
- Onsite amenities: parking, restaurant, bicycle storage, showers.
- Family‑friendly and accessible workplace policies.
We also know that some candidates may be put off applying for jobs where they do not meet 100% of the criteria outlined in the advert, however we encourage anyone who can demonstrate a variety of relevant skills and experience to apply. We can discuss reasonable adjustments to the application or hiring process to facilitate participation.
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