At Safran, we understand that diversity and inclusion make teams stronger and more effective, and as an organisation, we are committed to fair and equitable employment practices for everyone and are proudly a Disability Confident Employer. We also know that some candidates may be put off applying for jobs where they don't meet 100% of the criteria outlined in the advert, however, we encourage anybody to apply if you can demonstrate a variety of skills and experience relevant to the requirements of this role. We will consider all applicants who meet the minimum essential requirements regardless of their identity or background. Please let us know in your cover letter if you would like to discuss any reasonable adjustments to the application or hiring process that may better facilitate your participation. We will make every effort to respond to your request for assistance as soon as possible - including guaranteed interviews under the Disability Confident Scheme for those that qualify. Industrialisation Delivery Manager - Pitstone, Tring, Hertfordshire Benefits: 8% Bonus, Excellent Pension, 33 Days Holiday, Dental, BUPA, EV scheme, Workplace nursery scheme, Midday finish on Fridays, Enhanced family friendly policies, Wellbeing programme, Employee assistance program including health and finance, Onsite subsidised canteen Skills - NPI, APQP, Project Management, People Management, Lean/CI, Manufacturing, Aerospace, Industrial process development Safran - Here, we craft excellence together. At Safran, excellence is a journey - and we'd love you to be a part of it. As a global leader in aerospace, defence, and space, we are proud to be a company where diversity, innovation, and opportunity come together to shape a sustainable future. We are looking for a passionate individual to join our Industrialisation team as our Industrialisation Delivery Manager at our Pitstone site. Your Mission As our Industrialisation Delivery Manager, you will play a pivotal role in advancing our industrial strategy and delivering critical programs. Acting as the right hand to the Head of Industrialisation, you will ensure the seamless deployment of new technologies, efficient resource management, and robust governance across multiple projects and teams. Key Responsibilities *Lead day-to-day industrialisation operations, monitoring KPIs and consolidating reporting. *Coordinate team resources - managing load-capacity planning and ensuring readiness gates are met. *Oversee risk mitigation and operational performance, ensuring compliance with governance standards. *Develop and deploy our Industrialisation Capability Roadmap (People, Processes, Tools/Methods, Systems, Knowledge/Data). *Directly manage and mentor Engineers and Leads, deputising for the Head of Industrialisation as required. *Implement and maintain portfolio governance, department budgets, and workforce planning. *Champion innovation projects and continuous improvement initiatives-delivering benefits through new technologies and process improvements. *Maintain active stakeholder engagement, both internally and within the supply base, driving collaborative solutions. What You'll Bring *Demonstrable operational leadership in industrialisation or manufacturing engineering with multi-program management experience. *Significant background in complex, dynamic component manufacturing - NPI (New Product Introduction) expertise preferred. *HNC/HND or Degree in Mechanical, Electronics or Production Engineering, or equivalent experience. *Track record of successful technology/process introductions with measurable benefits: DFM & DTC targets, Lean, APQP/PPAP/SPC practices. *Skilled in project management, industrial transfer, and building robust supply chain relationships. *Continuous improvement driver *Expert knowledge of manufacturing 4.0 technologies and industry standards *Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with proven stakeholder influence. *Computer literacy and proficiency in PLM, MES, ERP, and MS Office. *Ability to understand, read, and write in English. Desirable: *Experience leading teams in a regulated environment. *Green Belt/Black Belt