What do we offer? Competitive salary Company performance bonus scheme Pension scheme - up to 10% employer contribution Private medical insurance Comprehensive health cash plan 25 days annual leave + bank holidays Flexible benefits programme (buy & sell holiday allowance, discounted gym memberships, Maternity/ adoption leave- up to 52 weeks, first 26 weeks at full pay, subsequent 26 at 50% (basic pay) and Paternity/Non-Pregnant Parent/ Co-adopter leave 4 weeks full pay) Structured training & opportunities to progress What does the role look like? You will be the lead Materials and Process (M&P) Specialist within a team developing new composite products and processing technologies. In particular, you will lead the introduction of a novel composite material system, produced using a high-rate manufacturing process that is new to the aerospace sector. This is a pivotal role within our engineering team, offering the opportunity to work in a challenging, fast-paced, and innovative environment. What will your day-to-day responsibilities look like? Authoring material and processing specifications for resin, fibre, composite processes, inspection, and assembly. Specifying detailed test plans for physical, chemical, and mechanical property characterisation. Developing new coupon and element-level test methods to address gaps in ASTM and other industry standards. Performing statistical analysis of test results and producing high-quality technical reports suitable for customer submission. Ensuring compliance with national and global chemical legislation (e.g., REACh). Keeping business strategy aligned with the latest emerging M&P technologies. Defining, with support from metallic M&P experts, specific metals and associated processes (e.g., heat treatment, corrosion protection). Providing effective problem-solving support for M&P-related issues. What will you bring to the role? Essential skills: Excellent knowledge of Polymer Matrix Composites (PMCs), including matrix types, fibres, manufacturing technologies, and in-service performance. Experience authoring M&P specifications for composite material systems. Experience working with OEMs and/or regulators to certify PMC materials and structures for aerospace applications. Desirable skills : Knowledge of dry fibre processing and resin infusion technologies. Experience developing test methods for PMC material characterisation. Familiarity with thermal analysis methods, including DSC and DMA. Degree in Materials Science, Polymer Science, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field. Highly motivated, with the ability to work on their own initiative Hands-on approach to developing processes and methods. Clear, collaborative, and open communication skills Flexible and adaptable, with the ability to work in a dynamic, inclusive team culture In-depth understanding of statistical analysis. Comprehensive grounding in solid mechanics and first-principle analysis Interest in contributing to industry working groups such as ASTM D30 and CMH-17. About us: 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.
Sep 02, 2025
Full time
What do we offer? Competitive salary Company performance bonus scheme Pension scheme - up to 10% employer contribution Private medical insurance Comprehensive health cash plan 25 days annual leave + bank holidays Flexible benefits programme (buy & sell holiday allowance, discounted gym memberships, Maternity/ adoption leave- up to 52 weeks, first 26 weeks at full pay, subsequent 26 at 50% (basic pay) and Paternity/Non-Pregnant Parent/ Co-adopter leave 4 weeks full pay) Structured training & opportunities to progress What does the role look like? You will be the lead Materials and Process (M&P) Specialist within a team developing new composite products and processing technologies. In particular, you will lead the introduction of a novel composite material system, produced using a high-rate manufacturing process that is new to the aerospace sector. This is a pivotal role within our engineering team, offering the opportunity to work in a challenging, fast-paced, and innovative environment. What will your day-to-day responsibilities look like? Authoring material and processing specifications for resin, fibre, composite processes, inspection, and assembly. Specifying detailed test plans for physical, chemical, and mechanical property characterisation. Developing new coupon and element-level test methods to address gaps in ASTM and other industry standards. Performing statistical analysis of test results and producing high-quality technical reports suitable for customer submission. Ensuring compliance with national and global chemical legislation (e.g., REACh). Keeping business strategy aligned with the latest emerging M&P technologies. Defining, with support from metallic M&P experts, specific metals and associated processes (e.g., heat treatment, corrosion protection). Providing effective problem-solving support for M&P-related issues. What will you bring to the role? Essential skills: Excellent knowledge of Polymer Matrix Composites (PMCs), including matrix types, fibres, manufacturing technologies, and in-service performance. Experience authoring M&P specifications for composite material systems. Experience working with OEMs and/or regulators to certify PMC materials and structures for aerospace applications. Desirable skills : Knowledge of dry fibre processing and resin infusion technologies. Experience developing test methods for PMC material characterisation. Familiarity with thermal analysis methods, including DSC and DMA. Degree in Materials Science, Polymer Science, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field. Highly motivated, with the ability to work on their own initiative Hands-on approach to developing processes and methods. Clear, collaborative, and open communication skills Flexible and adaptable, with the ability to work in a dynamic, inclusive team culture In-depth understanding of statistical analysis. Comprehensive grounding in solid mechanics and first-principle analysis Interest in contributing to industry working groups such as ASTM D30 and CMH-17. About us: 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.
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. Are you a strategic thinker with a sharp commercial edge and a passion for driving supplier performance? We're looking for x2 Commodity Managers to join our team across our Machining & Casting/Forging divisions. Based at either our UK, French or Italian sites, this is your opportunity to take ownership of a high-impact commodity management role where you'll lead key supplier relationships, unlock global savings, and shape long-term sourcing strategies. Join a forward-thinking team where your expertise in negotiation, cost optimisation, and supply chain collaboration will directly influence business success. Lead commodity management and supplier performance across assigned portfolio. Drive cost-saving initiatives and support business case development. Identify and deliver savings through negotiation, value engineering, and supplier transitions. Collaborate with corporate teams to unlock supply chain synergies. Define and execute commodity product strategy. Consolidate and manage global supplier contracts; validate all agreements. Lead or support major, high-impact negotiations. Shape and manage supplier panels across all products. Conduct regular business reviews with global suppliers. Align with strategic initiatives and ACT-level processes. Champion tools like benchmarking, cost modeling, and market analysis to strengthen negotiation outcomes. Essential: Knowledge and experience of Machining, casting, forging and/ or Raw material Excellent negotiating skills Fluency in English Desirable: Cost Reduction & Value Engineering - Proven track record in identifying and delivering savings. Contract Negotiation - Strong negotiation skills for high-value, complex contracts. Market & Cost Analysis - Proficient in benchmarking, cost modelling, and industry trend analysis. Cross-Functional Collaboration - Experience working with engineering, finance, and operations teams. Project & Change Management - Able to lead initiatives and drive process improvements. Risk & Compliance Awareness - Understanding of supplier risk, compliance, and governance frameworks.
Sep 01, 2025
Full time
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. Are you a strategic thinker with a sharp commercial edge and a passion for driving supplier performance? We're looking for x2 Commodity Managers to join our team across our Machining & Casting/Forging divisions. Based at either our UK, French or Italian sites, this is your opportunity to take ownership of a high-impact commodity management role where you'll lead key supplier relationships, unlock global savings, and shape long-term sourcing strategies. Join a forward-thinking team where your expertise in negotiation, cost optimisation, and supply chain collaboration will directly influence business success. Lead commodity management and supplier performance across assigned portfolio. Drive cost-saving initiatives and support business case development. Identify and deliver savings through negotiation, value engineering, and supplier transitions. Collaborate with corporate teams to unlock supply chain synergies. Define and execute commodity product strategy. Consolidate and manage global supplier contracts; validate all agreements. Lead or support major, high-impact negotiations. Shape and manage supplier panels across all products. Conduct regular business reviews with global suppliers. Align with strategic initiatives and ACT-level processes. Champion tools like benchmarking, cost modeling, and market analysis to strengthen negotiation outcomes. Essential: Knowledge and experience of Machining, casting, forging and/ or Raw material Excellent negotiating skills Fluency in English Desirable: Cost Reduction & Value Engineering - Proven track record in identifying and delivering savings. Contract Negotiation - Strong negotiation skills for high-value, complex contracts. Market & Cost Analysis - Proficient in benchmarking, cost modelling, and industry trend analysis. Cross-Functional Collaboration - Experience working with engineering, finance, and operations teams. Project & Change Management - Able to lead initiatives and drive process improvements. Risk & Compliance Awareness - Understanding of supplier risk, compliance, and governance frameworks.
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. Are you ready to influence global savings performance and drive operational excellence across a world-class aerospace business? This is your opportunity to work at the heart of the Actuation Systems organisation-owning critical reporting, driving cost-saving initiatives, and collaborating across international teams to deliver measurable results. If you're data-driven, detail-focused, and thrive on turning analysis into action, we want to hear from you. This role can be based from our UK, French or Italian sites. What will your day-to-day responsibilities look like? Support senior commodity managers in planning, tracking, and reporting savings projects. Consolidate cost-saving inputs across regions and maintain global project dashboards. Lead monthly savings reviews to flag risks, share progress, and escalate roadblocks. Manage and update the 5-year cost savings and headwinds (HW) roadmap. Coordinate with local and country-level finance teams to ensure data accuracy and alignment. Provide consistent monthly financial updates across countries. Develop and implement robust cost control and productivity monitoring processes. Support global commodity reviews with data prep and analysis. Define and track KPIs to measure performance and ensure accountability. Lead KPI reviews at the Actuation Systems level. Create and deliver executive-ready presentations for Business Reviews. Provide clear, insightful reporting on savings and performance metrics. Consolidate and deliver cost reduction reports with actionable commentary. Present monthly results to senior leadership, highlighting trends and deviations. Experience of working in a multi-site manufacturing and/or engineering business. Excellent knowledge in Excel & PowerPoint. SAP is a mandatory Excellent financial, analytical and problem-solving skills. Fluency in English, Skilled communicator Comfortable working either as part of team or individually under own initiative. Self-starter with a 'can do' attitude and curious mindset. Results orientated with ability to work to tight deadlines in a dynamic environment. Collaborates to form and maintain good relationships across multi-functional teams. Experience of working in a multi-site manufacturing and/or engineering business
Sep 01, 2025
Full time
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. Are you ready to influence global savings performance and drive operational excellence across a world-class aerospace business? This is your opportunity to work at the heart of the Actuation Systems organisation-owning critical reporting, driving cost-saving initiatives, and collaborating across international teams to deliver measurable results. If you're data-driven, detail-focused, and thrive on turning analysis into action, we want to hear from you. This role can be based from our UK, French or Italian sites. What will your day-to-day responsibilities look like? Support senior commodity managers in planning, tracking, and reporting savings projects. Consolidate cost-saving inputs across regions and maintain global project dashboards. Lead monthly savings reviews to flag risks, share progress, and escalate roadblocks. Manage and update the 5-year cost savings and headwinds (HW) roadmap. Coordinate with local and country-level finance teams to ensure data accuracy and alignment. Provide consistent monthly financial updates across countries. Develop and implement robust cost control and productivity monitoring processes. Support global commodity reviews with data prep and analysis. Define and track KPIs to measure performance and ensure accountability. Lead KPI reviews at the Actuation Systems level. Create and deliver executive-ready presentations for Business Reviews. Provide clear, insightful reporting on savings and performance metrics. Consolidate and deliver cost reduction reports with actionable commentary. Present monthly results to senior leadership, highlighting trends and deviations. Experience of working in a multi-site manufacturing and/or engineering business. Excellent knowledge in Excel & PowerPoint. SAP is a mandatory Excellent financial, analytical and problem-solving skills. Fluency in English, Skilled communicator Comfortable working either as part of team or individually under own initiative. Self-starter with a 'can do' attitude and curious mindset. Results orientated with ability to work to tight deadlines in a dynamic environment. Collaborates to form and maintain good relationships across multi-functional teams. Experience of working in a multi-site manufacturing and/or engineering business