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 Seats is one of the world's leading manufacturers of aircraft seats, for both crew and passengers. 1 million Safran Seats-manufactured aircraft seats are currently in service with air fleets around the world.
Job Summary
To support design activities that will provide mechanical design solutions from initial concept through to product manufacture
Scope of Responsibilities
The scope of responsibilities could cover the entire project or a module of the project, and the team size varies accordingly. Ensure all applicable mechanical design work will meet company, airframer, regulatory and customer requirements
Key Responsibilities and Duties
Responsible for the design and detail modeling of a variety of suite components in order to meet programme requirements
*Produce designs to meet specified cost/weight targets
*Design Engineers will be expected to communicate effectively and professionally with customers and suppliers.
*Participate in Design Reviews throughout each phase of the New Product Introduction process
*The selection and application of materials and processes appropriate to each design element
*Ensure the successful integration of each design element within the product as a whole
*Check engineering packages
*Participate in the validation of the product (using such methods as prototyping, test, DFMEA)
*Follow and contribute to the development of the Best Practice guidelines
*From time to time, Design Engineers must be prepared to undertake tasks outside of their normal duties as requested by their immediate supervisors.
Knowledge, Experience, Training and Qualifications
Qualified to a minimum of degree in a Mechanical / Aerospace / Structural Engineering field. Alternatively a HNC/HND or an equivalent qualification in Mechanical / Aerospace / Structural Engineering apprenticeship, with extensive experience in mechanical systems design, developing concept and detailing engineering solutions
Proficient with experience in CATIA V5 (or other 3D CAD packages) and Product Life Management (PLM) Systems
The applicant should have an understanding of the effective application of tolerances and a working knowledge of manufacturing processes, as well as OEM installation requirements.
A working knowledge of these main methods of manufacture; sheet metal fabrication, plastics vacuum forming, CNC machining
Ability to read mechanical design drawings and specifications
Please apply and submit your CV today! Once your CV has been reviewed, we will contact you with the next stages.
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