Assembly Industrial Project Lead
Safran •
Position Type: Permanent
Job Description:
Safran Landing Systems is the world leader in aircraft landing and braking systems and is at the forefront of contributing to safer, more sustainable aviation for current and future generations. We design, test, manufacture and assemble landing gear used on commercial aircraft including Airbus and Boeing, and UK military aircraft such as the Eurofighter Typhoon. Gloucester is home to the UK division and has been a leader of cutting edge landing gear technology for over 90 years, since the innovative designs of Sir George Dowty. YOU can be a part of our legacy …
Due to internal promotion, we are now recruiting for an Assembly Industrial Project Lead to join our team in Gloucester. This is a key role for the Assembly area of the business, working with cross-functional teams to support the Production function.
The purpose of the Assembly Industrial Project Lead role is to work to an industrialisation plan, communicating with engineers and customers to deliver projects. You will be expected to hit deliverables, negating any issues and failings the team may encounter. You will be required to carry out risk assessments and problem solve when any requests for change are submitted, either by the customer or the team.
Technical skills required:
Basic knowledge in manufacturing processes: machining, assembly, special processes
Excellent knowledge of project management processes (APM, PMI, Prince2, etc.)
Previous experience in automotive or aerospace industries
Good knowledge of industrialisation processes in an aerospace environment: PPAP, FMEA and APQP
Lean experience (Green Belt / Black belt) preferable
Ability to read and analyse technical drawings and specifications
Experience in production and cross-functional environment
Job Requirements:
Personal skills:
Excellent analytical skills
Show practical approach to complex projects
Capacity to identify blocking points and put corrective actions in place
Excellent communication skills and in particular, capacity to generate people's involvement
Able to deliver content to all levels of the business, from shop floor to vice presidents. Ability to manage communication with supply chain
Capacity to take ownership on projects and propose solutions
Have strong organisational, problem solving and communication skills
Positive attitude towards development and learning new skills
What we will give you?
•\tFlexible working hours with an early finish on a Friday (4.5 day working week)
•\t25 days holiday + UK Bank Holidays, plus the option to buy/sell annual leave
•\tAnnual bonus & Share scheme options
•\tPension scheme (up to 8% match) and life assurance (4x salary)
•\tOnsite parking, including EV chargers, subsidised restaurant, bicycle storage and shower/changing facilities
•\tOur Benefits Portal offers a number of schemes including: cycle to work, technology & retail savings, access to healthcare & wellbeing services, discounted gym memberships and more!
•\tGlobal and local career progression opportunities and training & development programmes
•\tSTEM engagement with schools, colleges and universities and Charitable activities for all
•\tSocial events throughout the year, and access to Dowty Sports and Social clubs
What's my next step?
Please apply by uploading a CV, and if your experience matches what we're looking for, one of our recruitment team will give you a call.
Diversity & Inclusion
We want Safran Landing Systems 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're committed to building a strong, diverse workforce and making Safran Landing Systems an inclusive place to work.
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Job Ident #:
147625
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