Senior PMO - Engineering Vacancy details General information Entity 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. Reference 2026-170298 Position description Domain Performance and Support Job field / Job profile Program and project management office - PMO methods and tools level 2 Job title Senior PMO - Engineering Employment type Permanent Professional category Professional, Engineer & Manager Part time / Full time Full-time Job description Are you interested in working at the business end of Aerospace, where airline brand meets innovative passenger experience? Then your next opportunity could be with Safran Seats, an industry award winning, premium designer and manufacturer of First and Business Class seating and technology. Our passenger experience prides itself on innovation, customization, quality and industrial design. At Safran Seats, we are unique within aerospace, as we interface with both the world's biggest airlines and airframers alike, with the largest seats portfolio of all seats suppliers. One day you could be liaising with one of the world's largest airframers, and the next, some of the biggest airline brands around the world! In the UK, Safran Seats specialises solely in the First Class and Business Class seating markets for wide body aircraft, with industrial and engineering teams in Cwmbran and Newport, Wales and Brackley, England. Job Summary: Responsible for providing direction to PMO Ops Engineering, acting as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) within the scope of the Programme Management Office and supporting the Engineering Managers in the following activities. -Your key responsibility is to provide a compliant integrated framework of processes and tools to assist engineering managers with the operational management of their organization to help them meet their objectives. -Your role is to engage with PMO Ops Resources to help Engineering Managers achieve their commitments regarding delivery (deliverables, milestones), non-recurring and recurring costs (NRC and RC), Earned Value Management (EVM), Risk Management and quality. -You are expected to address and report any irregularities with regard to the program and project management reference system. -You are expected to make recommendations to ensure continuous process improvement and the deployment of best practices. -You provide information and recommendations to assist in decision-making regarding programs, projects or business lines and you can be asked to stand in for an Engineering Manager on a temporary basis. -You must be proficient in Data Analytics. -While management, planning, resource allocation, communication of lead-times, financial data, risks and opportunities remain the sole responsibility of Engineering Managers you are expected to provide information and advice on these areas in support of Engineering and Programmes. Scope of responsibilities: The role has process, methods and tools management responsibilities and is expected to perform across all of the various functions within the SGB business related to Programme delivery. -Change Management -Risk Management -Financial -Governance & Reporting -Integrated Planning -PMO Functional But what else? (benefits, specificities, etc.) As a valued member of our team, these are just a few of the benefits you'll receive: - 33 days holiday (including bank holidays). - Industry leading pension scheme with salary sacrifice employer contributions up to 10%. - Private medical cover (to include Digital GP and rapid access Physio with no excess) with ability to upgrade level of benefit and cover family members. - Access to salary sacrifice benefits scheme including cycle to work and Octopus EV Scheme. - 4 x Life Assurance. - Interactive benefits platform including wide range of discretionary benefits including technology, retail benefits, income protection. - Enhanced family friendly policies and benefits (enhanced maternity and paternity leave) and employee assistance programme. - Annual share save schemes. - Option for hybrid and flexible working arrangements. - Opportunities for career advancement and personal growth. Benefit from support through Safran University and our internal Training and Development Schools. - Get involved in our corporate social responsibility activities from sustainability initiatives, charity and fundraising, volunteering days, or supporting STEM activities at local schools and colleges nurturing the next generation of talent. Candidate skills & requirements Knowledge, Experience, Training and Qualifications: -Project Management Methodologies (Training / qualification). -Engagement of Project Teams not under direct line management (Knowledge / Experience). -Controlling processes, reference systems and tools. -Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, especially EXCEL. -Experience of data management, analysis and the preparation of reports & presentations. -Knowledge of problem solving techniques and continuous improvement methods. -Managing deadlines and resources. -Knowledge and understanding of Cost Monitoring and Control Principles internally in Safran or external equivalent. -Knowledge and understanding of the Safran Risk Management Tool RiTo or external equivalent. Competencies, Behaviours and Skills: -Interpersonal Skills - Communication, Stakeholder Management, Negotiation, -Self-motivated - able to use initiative and maintain a high level of productivity with minimum direction. -Analytical - able to synthesise information paying close attention to detail, accuracy and completeness. -Planning and Organising - able to plan, set priorities and consistently achieve deadlines. -Change Management - Ability to understand the changes and transformations occurring in the company and its environment and to discern their implications. -Problem solving - able to manipulate and interpret information from a range of sources, to identify patterns and trends and conduct root cause analysis. Can generate & evaluate a range of creative solutions and choose the most appropriate option. -Collaboration - able to interact with people effectively, facilitate meetings/group discussions and build & maintain productive relationships. Please apply and submit your CV today! Once your CV has been reviewed, we will contact you with the next stages. We want Safran Seats 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 are committed to building a workforce that is reflective of the diverse community we serve. We want to attract the best applications from people of all backgrounds and underrepresented groups because we strongly believe in adding value through diversity, inclusion. Our employees enable us to deliver services that are accessible and inclusive. As part of our commitment with Disability Confident Employers, we may offer a guaranteed interview to applicants who meet the essential criteria for the post. We strive to provide reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process and employment. Let us know if you need support to showcase your talents or require any reasonable adjustments with your application. Position location Job location Europe, UK, Wales City (-ies) Llantarnam Industrial Park NP44 3HQ Cwmbran