Job Description
Location: Wolverhampton or Banbury, UK
Business unit: Safran Actuation Systems (part of Safran Electronics & Defence)
At Safran Actuation Systems, we design and manufacture the advanced actuation systems that power aircraft across the globe. With sites in Wolverhampton and Banbury, we're part of Safran Electronics & Defence, a global aerospace and defence leader. Our teams work across engineering, manufacturing, operations and corporate functions to deliver world-class products and services.
Join our team
We're looking for talented people from a wide variety of backgrounds to join our business. Whether you're an experienced professional, just starting out, or looking for a new challenge, Safran offers opportunities to grow and make an impact.
Areas we recruit for include:
- Engineering & Manufacturing – Design, Test, Validation, Production, Quality, Continuous Improvement
- Operations & Support – Technicians, Logistics, Facilities, Workshop & Build Support
- Supply Chain & Procurement – Supplier Management, Purchasing, Planning, Materials Control
- Programme & Project Management – Project Engineers, Programme Leaders, Technical Leads
- Business & Corporate Functions – Finance, HR, IT, Administration and Business Support
Job Requirements
Who we're looking for
- Individuals with skills in engineering, manufacturing, operations, supply chain, projects, or business functions
- Problem-solvers who thrive in a collaborative environment
- People with a drive for innovation and continuous improvement
- Team players who want to grow their careers with a global leader
Apply now
If you're ready for your next opportunity and want to play a part in redefining aerospace every day, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today to register your interest in roles at our Wolverhampton or Banbury sites.
Please note: all roles are subject to Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) and background checks. Some project access restrictions may apply to certain nationalities.
But what else? (advantages, specific features, etc.)
- Competitive salary and company performance bonus
- Pension scheme with up to 10% employer contribution
- Private medical insurance & comprehensive health cash plan
25 days annual leave + bank holidays
- Flexible benefits programme (holiday buy/sell, gym memberships, enhanced family leave)
- Structured training, career progression and professional development opportunities
- An inclusive, collaborative culture with Employee Resource Groups and community engagement
Company Information
Safran is an international high-technology group, operating in the aviation (propulsion, equipment and interiors), defense and space markets. Its core purpose is to contribute to a safer, more sustainable world, where air transport is more environmentally friendly, comfortable and accessible. Safran has a global presence, with 100,000 employees and sales of 27.3 billion euros in 2024, and holds, alone or in partnership, world or regional leadership positions in its core markets.
Safran is in the 2nd place in the aerospace and defense industry in TIME magazine's "World's best companies 2024" ranking.
Safran Electronics & Defense offers its customers onboard intelligence solutions allowing them to understand the environment, reduce mental load and guarantee a trajectory, even in critical situations, in all environments: on land, at sea, in the sky or space. The company harnesses the expertise of its 13,000 employees towards these three functions: observe, decide and guide, for the civil and military markets.