Aerospace Mechanical Design Team Lead

5 days ago


Cwmbran, Torfaen County Borough, United Kingdom Safran companies Full time
About Safran Seats

We design, manufacture, and deliver aircraft seats for commercial airlines. Our teams in the UK specialize in high-end seating solutions for wide-body aircraft.

As a valued member of our team, you'll have opportunities to develop your skills, work on innovative projects, and collaborate with colleagues from diverse backgrounds.

Achieving our goals requires exceptional engineering expertise, creativity, and a passion for excellence.

About the Role

This full-time position is based in Cwmbran, Wales, with no regular travel required.

Job Responsibilities:

  • Lead a team of designers in developing suite components, ensuring they meet program requirements.
  • Collaborate with customers and suppliers to ensure effective communication and satisfaction.
  • Participate in design reviews throughout the New Product Introduction process.
  • Select and apply materials and processes suitable for each design element.
  • Ensure successful integration of each design element within the product as a whole.
  • Verify engineering packages and participate in product validation.
  • Adhere to Best Practice guidelines and contribute to their development.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

  • Degree-level education within an engineering capacity.
  • Experience in mechanical design, open to candidates from various industries.
  • Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to communicate effectively.
  • Proficiency in CAD software, preferably CATIA V5, but other tools will be considered.

Benefits:

  • 25 days holiday + UK Bank Holidays.
  • Benefits Programme, including cycle-to-work schemes, retail discounts, and private healthcare access.
  • Career Progression opportunities through company sponsorship and training courses.
  • Family-friendly policies, including maternity, paternity, adoptive parents, shared parental leave, and flexible working.
  • Equality & Diversity initiatives with internal groups for workplace engagement and involvement.
  • STEM engagement with schools, colleges, and universities, and charitable activities.

Above all, we're committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued, can be themselves, and knows they can reach their full potential.



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