Job Description

As part of Safran Nacelles' Industrial Division, we are looking for a VIE Eradication Support Engineer to join our Burnley site in the UK.

You will be part of a multidisciplinary team, working to identify and solve quality issues within our manufacturing processes.In support of the Quality Notifications (QN's) eradication activity associated with both the A330neo and C919 Thrust Reverser products, dedicated engineering resource is required to assist in 'breaking the link' between delivered volumes and the number of quality issues generated.

Working closely with Manufacturing Engineering, Production, Supply Chain and Quality functions, this role will be at the centre of the QN eradication activity. Analysis and interrogation of the existing data will lead to the definition and implementation of process improvements via the modification of work instructions, tooling and material inputs. It may also involve the submission of Engineering Changes to the Design Department.

The objective is to significantly reduce the number of quality failures we experience when manufacturing.
This will involve the investigation of potential root causes of quality problems and the implementation of viable solutions to resolve them. The work will be focused on gathering and statistically analysing data in relation to components, assemblies, tooling and manufacturing methods, which will allow robust decisions to be taken on root causes and solutions.

Job Requirements

🛫 Ready to take off? Here's the profile we're looking for!
- You hold a Master's degree in a technical or engineering field?
-You've already worked with CATIA and feel confident navigating industrial processes?
-You enjoy solving problems and aren't afraid of technical challenges?
-You speak fluent English ?
-And if you have knowledge of carbon composite materials, that's a real plus!
Then this VIE opportunity is made for you !

But what else? (advantages, specific features, etc.)

This position will offer the opportunity to be involved in a high-impact improvement project which will have a direct impact upon both the programme delivery profile and the site performance.

Company Information

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 Nacelles designs, integrates and provides support and after-sales service for aircraft nacelles. The company is a global leader in the market for commercial aircraft with more than 100 seats, business aircraft and regional aircraft. At the cutting edge of technology, Safran Nacelles offers nacelles that are ever more integrated with the engine, aerodynamic, lightweight with advanced acoustic treatments in order to contribute to the reduction of CO2 and noise emissions from aircraft.