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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 …

What will I be doing?

As Systems Engineer, you will work on landing gear systems development programmes including Research & Technology projects. You'll ensure that all requirements are properly defined, validated, verified and flowed down to internal and external suppliers.
You will define and manage the systems development process to ensure that the Landing Gear Systems design meets its requirements on schedule.

Key aspects of this job include the following:

Integration of mechanical and/or hydraulic systems
Plan the engineering activities alongside the Programme Chief Engineer to ensure successful development certification of the landing gear system
Ownership of all project deliverables
Liaising with the customer to ensure all requirements are properly defined and that the projects progress as planned
Generate all System/Equipment Requirements
Definitions, Validation Matrices, Verification Matrices and other deliverables required by the Validation & Verification process.
Writing Declarations of Design Performance documentation
Key responsibilities:

Working on new development, modifications, and research and technology for landing gears
Involved in landing gear structure and systems
Management of all internal and external stakeholders to ensure requirements are understood and captured.
Responsible for leading the full validation and verification process on projects

What we will give you?

Hybrid/Flexible working hours with an early finish on a Friday (4.5 day working week)
25 days holiday + UK Bank Holidays, plus the option to buy/sell annual leave* Profit sharing annual bonus
Our Shares scheme
Pension scheme (up to 8% match)
Onsite subsidised canteen, bicycle storage and shower/changing facilities
Free onsite parking
Our dedicated Benefits Portal, with a number of schemes including life assurance, cycle to work, technology & retail savings, access to healthcare & wellbeing services, and more!
Global and local career progression opportunities and sponsorship of training courses
STEM engagement with schools, colleges and universities and Charitable activities for all
Social events throughout the year, sports and social clubs

Why us?
Safran was ranked globally as the world's third best employer in its sector by Forbes magazine in 2021. Our employees are at the heart of our success and we work together towards Four People Fundamentals that underpin life at Safran:

We believe in and promote diversity and inclusion as key values across our business
We develop our colleagues skills and build opportunities so you can shape our future
We create a trustworthy work place to support you, as you dare to act and innovate
We encourage collaboration and mutual support for you and your colleagues

What do you need from me?

A sound knowledge of systems engineering
Experience of the V&V process
Technical management of different stakeholders
Experience of technical management of equipment suppliers, including investigation of test failures
Experience of management of the validation and verification process
Experience of the broad range of the Systems development process
Experience of IBM DOORS software would be beneficial
Ability and willingness to communicate and work with all disciplines of engineering
A sound knowledge of systems engineering theory together with knowledge of the principles of safety and reliability is required.
Familiarity with ARP4754 and ARP4761 would be beneficial
Ability to write technical reports clearly and accurately

What's my next step?
Please apply by uploading a CV and cover letter, 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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