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Engineering Lead - Composites

Safran -
Banbury

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Job details

Permanent | Full-time

Benefits

Company pension
Private medical insurance
On-site parking

Qualifications

Engineering
Master's degree
Bachelor's degree
Continuous improvement
Team management
Research & development
Leadership

Full job description

Published 07.20.2026

Company : Safran Electronics & Defense Job field : Architecture and systems engineering Location : Banbury , England , United Kingdom Contract type : Permanent Contract duration : Full-time Professional status : Professional, Engineer & Manager

# 2026-182746

Published 07.20.2026

Job Description

Engineering Lead - Composites
Banbury
SITE BASED

Skills: NPI, Leadership, Certification, Research and Technology, Management, Composites, Strategy, Forecasts and budgets, Capacity planning, Production Support, TRLs, Automation

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:

Competitive salary and annual bonus and pay review
25 days' holiday + bank holidays
Private medical insurance
Comprehensive health cash plan
Flexible working options
Pension (10% employer contribution) and life assurance
Early finish on Fridays
Professional development, ongoing training, mentoring
Onsite amenities: parking, restaurant, bicycle storage, showers
Family-friendly and accessible workplace policies

Safran – Here, we craft excellence together.

About Safran Actuation Systems UK

Safran Actuation Systems UK is a world‑class centre for the design, manufacture and support of actuation and flight‑control solutions used across commercial, military and rotary platforms. With major sites in Wolverhampton and Banbury, our teams play a critical role in delivering innovative, reliable and safe systems that keep aircraft performing at their best.

Our UK Actuation business brings together engineering excellence, advanced manufacturing capability and a proud heritage within the aerospace sector. Whether supporting major global programmes or developing the next generation of actuation technologies, our people are at the heart of everything we do.

As part of Safran's global network, joining Safran Actuation Systems UK means becoming part of a highly skilled, collaborative and forward‑thinking team with opportunities to grow, innovate and make a meaningful impact in the future of aerospace.

Your Role

As Engineering Lead, you will play a pivotal role within our Composite Value Stream leadership team, championing innovation and technical advancement across current production, Research & Technology (R&T), and New Product Introduction (NPI) activities. You'll provide strategic, technical, and organisational direction to a multidisciplinary team of engineers, supporting the design, development, manufacture, and lifecycle management of advanced composite tubular products for aerospace applications.
This is a unique opportunity to shape the engineering strategy, capability growth, and technology roadmap of a site poised for significant technical advancement and business growth. You'll drive continuous improvement, lead cutting-edge R&T projects, and work alongside customers, research institutions, and industry partners. As a key member of both the site and engineering leadership teams, your vision and expertise will drive the business forward through a transformative period.

Job Requirements

What You'll Bring
Essential:

Bachelor's degree in Aerospace, Mechanical, Materials, Manufacturing Engineering or related technical discipline
Extensive engineering leadership within aerospace, defence, or highly regulated manufacturing environments
Deep expertise with advanced composite technology and manufacturing processes
Proven experience managing engineering teams of 20+ people
Demonstrated success supporting both production and new development programmes

Desirable:

Master's degree or Post Graduate in Engineering (Mechanical, Materials Science, Aerospace, Automotive)
Knowledge of Filament Winding, Dry Winding, Resin Transfer Moulding
Chartered Engineer status (CEng) or equivalent professional registration
Formal leadership or management qualifications
Experience with aerospace OEM and Tier 1 customers
Understanding of aerospace certification and qualification processes

At Safran, we understand that diversity and inclusion make teams stronger and more effective, and as an organisation, we are committed to fair and equitable employment practices for everyone.
We also know that some candidates may be put off ing for jobs where they don't meet 100% of the criteria outlined in the advert, however, we encourage anybody to 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 application or hiring process that may better facilitate your participation.

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

Here, we craft excellence together.
If you're ready to take your career to new heights and be part of a company that's crafting the future of flight, today.
Why Safran?

A global presence: Be part of a global aerospace, defence & space business with over 100,000 Colleagues, across 300 sites in 30 countries.
Inclusive & empowering environment: 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.
Innovation at the core: Join our mission to decarbonise aerospace and make the world a safer place. Your ambitions can take us further.
Mobility & training opportunities: We can support your ambitions with training, development, a personalised career plan and mobility opportunities. If you have big dreams, we'll support you to make them a reality.
A culture of excellence: Join a team that values collaboration, integrity, and continuous improvement. Whatever your background, together we aim for excellence.

Get involved:

We also have a number of groups and forums across our sites that you can get involved with, including Women at Safran, Diversity at Safran, Sports Clubs, STEM ambassadors, Employee Forum, Charity Partnerships and Wellbeing Programs.

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materials engineer jobs in deddington, oxf

Engineering Lead - Composites

Systems Design Engineer

Structural Analyst

Packaging Engineer

Project Engineer, Powertrain

Senior Composite Design Engineer

Embedded Systems Engineer (Hardware)

Epitaxy Process Shift Engineer

Senior Mechanical Design Engineer

Senior Project Engineer M-F

Senior Reliability Engineer

Design / Senior Design Engineer

Senior Systems Design Engineer

Section Engineer

Senior Integration Engineer

Senior Aero Mechanical Design Engineer

Electrical Design Engineer

Staff Process Development Engineer (Dry and Wet etching)

GRADUATE STRUCTURAL ENGINEER

Mechanical Design Engineer

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