Industrialisation Project Manager

Safran - Here, we craft excellence together.

At Safran, excellence is a journey - and we'd love you to be a part of it. 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.

Safran Landing Systems are a global leader in aircraft landing and braking systems, from commercial and business travel to military and defence fleets.

Our expertise covers the entire life cycle of our products from end-to-end; Design, Engineering & Manufacturing, through to Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO). The Gloucester site has been at the forefront of landing gear technology for over 85 years, dating from the innovative designs of Sir George Dowty to advanced landing gears for the world's most modern aircraft today.

Your Role

This is an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic team where you will drive complex industrialisation projects for a global leading aerospace organisation. You will play a key role in ensuring smooth transitions and readiness from our suppliers, working at the crossroads of innovation and operational execution. Your contribution will help shape the ongoing success and excellence of Safran's industry-leading landing gear and braking systems.

• Lead end-to-end industrial transfer, industrialisation, and REACh compliance projects according to Safran's processes, timelines, and quality standards
• Coordinate and influence cross-functional teams (Engineering, Quality, Procurement, Operations, Supply Chain) to deliver project objectives and milestones
• Manage and control project schedules and risks, ensuring proactive escalation and swift issue resolution
• Oversee supplier performance during industrial transfers, maintaining continuity of supply, quality, and cost control
• Analyse data and produce clear project reports and dashboards, providing visibility of progress to senior management
• Support continuous improvement by capturing lessons learned and implementing corrective actions

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

What You'll Bring

• Proven project management experience within a manufacturing, engineering, supply chain, or industrial environment.
• Strong leadership and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to coordinate cross-functional teams and influence positive outcomes.
• Experience managing project plans, timelines, risks, and performance reporting to deliver successful business objectives.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, using data to support decision-making and drive continuous improvement.
• PRINCE2 or an equivalent project management qualification.

We know that some candidates may be put off applying for jobs where they don't meet 100% of the criteria outlined in the advert. We encourage anybody to apply if you can demonstrate a variety of skills and experience relevant to the requirements of this role. Please let us know if you would like to discuss any reasonable adjustments to the hiring process that may better facilitate your participation.

We celebrate our differences and believe they make us stronger. We know that a fulfilling work environment is a key driver for innovative ideas and team success.