Engineering Graduate Scheme

Mechanical, Electrical, Aerospace, Manufacturing.

Safran Seats – Graduate Scheme

Safran is a leading international high-technology group with two core business areas: aerospace and defence. Its 85,000 employees work across more than 276 locations and 27 countries, with limitless opportunity on offer within aerospace for the design, production and maintenance of aircraft landing gear, electrical systems and engine nacelles.

As one of the world’s most innovative companies, Safran develops everything from jet engines, landing systems and helicopter flight controls, through to optronic systems, nacelles, seats and interiors.

By joining Safran, you will have the chance to shape and influence our exciting future, as you learn from our experts and take part in groundbreaking projects.

Our Safran Seats Graduate Programme

Safran Seats is one of the world’s leading suppliers of aircraft seating and globally has over one million seats equipping the fleets of major airlines. In the UK, we have three sites collectively employing over 800 highly skilled people, with the majority based in South Wales. In the UK, we specialise solely in First and Business Class products, providing an end-to-end service, which encompasses product design, engineering, manufacture and in-service support to the airline while the seat is in-service.

Joining our team, you will be welcomed into a culture of continuous innovation in a cutting-edge engineering and manufacturing environment. You will undertake a two-year Graduate programme consisting of a number of placements within the research and technology, engineering, manufacturing and aftermarket functions, helping you to fully experience and understand Safran seats, and the work we do.

People development is a top priority for Safran as a multinational corporation. Our people are our most valued asset, as we aim to deliver high performing, safer, and more environmentally friendly technology solutions. Safran continually invest in developing our employees’ skills and expertise and support them throughout their careers.

What will I be doing on this graduate programme?

You will be joining Safran’s sites in Cwmbran and Newport, made up of a diverse range of teams including materials and processing, mechanical and electrical design, stress and weights analytics, compliance and test and engineering projects. You will be aligned to a specific business area within Safran Seats but complete rotations around each area of the organisation to gain experience; personalised to your own technical preference. During your two-year graduate scheme, you could be involved in teams such as:

  • Development Team, where you will support work on projects spanning from concept design, demonstration, development, qualification, and production, through to customer in-service support.
  • Design & Analysis team, where you will work on technical design for seating systems.
  • Production Engineering Teams, working with the operations department, to identify and implement efficiency and process savings.

What do I need?

  • A bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Materials Science, or Physics.
  • Based in Bristol or the South-Wales areas, or willing to re-locate to the local area.

What is on offer?

  • A £29,000 starting salary, plus access to benefits including employee assistance programme, competitive pension scheme etc.
  • Fantastic training opportunities through our Engineering development school, dedicated 1-1 mentors and a wider support network and Safran University courses, as well as ongoing support from our Safran technical experts and previous graduates being available as support buddies.
  • A flexible work/life balance (your working week is finished by 1.30pm on a Friday!)
  • The chance to support Safran in roles outside of your day job, from travelling to careers fairs, going to events such as STEM outreach activities, other sporting activities and more.

What happens next?

  • Stage 1: Application questions
  • Stage 2: Informal Teams interview
  • Stage 3: Assessment Day (4th or 11th June)

We have six opportunities available starting September 2024.

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  • Deadline
    May 5th, 2024
  • Starting
    September 2024
  • Hiring Multiple Candidates
    Yes
  • Salary
    £29,000 + benefits
  • Degree required
    All grades
  • Location
    Newport (South Wales)
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Preferred Disciplines...
  • Aerodynamics
  • Aeronautics
  • Aerospace
  • Automotive
  • Avionics
  • Control & Instrumentation
  • Electrical
  • Electronic
  • Mechanical
  • Mechatronics
Also Accepting...
  • Most Engineering disciplines
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