Chief engineer

Safran R&T Deputy Chief Engineer Safran Landing Systems are a global leader in aircraft landing and braking systems, from commercial and business travel to military and defence fleets. OEM Design, Engineering & Manufacturing, through to Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO). Looking after the people who make Safran great is our priority.

We offer a range of flexible benefits designed to support you-both in and out of work, including: *Early finish on Fridays *Competitive salary and annual bonus and pay review *25 days' holiday + bank holidays (option to buy/sell) *Strong Pension scheme and life assurance *Professional development, ongoing training, mentoring *Onsite amenities: parking, restaurant, bicycle storage, showers *Family-friendly and accessible workplace policies As a trusted 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 where we can all succeed together through a shared vision The Deputy Chief Engineer is responsible for the planning, cost, quality and on time delivery of a diverse portfolio of projects for Safran Landing Systems. You will coordinate with different functions within Safran Landing Systems on behalf of the Chief Engineer (CE) for R&T Products, in order to achieve major milestones of that technology segment. Leading, Developing and Maturing new technologies across Landing Gear and Integration (LGI) (primarily), Wheel and Brakes (W&B), System and Equipment (SE) and Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul (MRO) divisions of Safran Landing System. * from coupon testing to full scale testing. * Work alongside the Safran Landing Systems Transverse teams, LGI, W&B, SE and MRO teams to ensure projects objectives are achieved. * Develop a partnership with academia and industrial businesses. * Report technical progress to Safran Landing Systems senior management and funding agencies.

Degree level or similar experience in an engineering discipline * Project management and a proven record of accomplishment in previous projects * Excellent People management skills - role will be supporting Chief Engineer to lead and manage a UK funded project, with a team (potentially matrix) of 5-6 * 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.