Shape the Future of Aerospace at Safran
Are you ready to contribute to ambitious projects and create a positive impact in the aerospace industry? At Safran, you'll work with the brightest minds and best technologies, building valuable experience and joining an innovative, supportive team.
We are a global leader in aircraft landing and braking systems, from commercial and business travel to military and defence fleets. Our expertise cover the entire life cycle of our products from end-to-end: design, manufacturing, maintenance and repair.
Why Work at Safran? Your Wellbeing & Benefits:
Looking after the people who make Safran great is our priority. We offer a range of benefits designed to support you—both in and out of work, including:
- Early finish on Fridays
- Competitive salary and annual bonus
- 25 days' holiday + bank holidays (option to buy/sell)
- Flexible working options
- Pension (matched up to 8%) and life assurance
- Professional development, ongoing training, mentoring
- Onsite amenities: parking, restaurant, bicycle storage, showers
- Family-friendly and accessible workplace policies
Join Us as a Painter
In this hands‑on role, you'll prepare and paint aerospace components that support both OE and Spares production. Working within our busy Paint facility, you'll contribute directly to the quality and reliability of our products.
You'll rotate across a range of shift patterns—including Days, Bridging, Nights and Weekends—while working safely, accurately, and collaboratively. All PPE is provided, and safety is at the heart of everything we do.
What you'll be doing:
- Interpret complex drawings, engineering layouts and procedures to determine the correct sequence of painting operations.
- Prepare, paint and finish aerospace components, including touch up work where required.
- Use and maintain precision measuring tools and specialist painting equipment to meet quality standards.
- Handle safe lifting and loading of components and follow all Paint Shop HSE requirements, including the correct use of respirators.
- Use MES and SAP systems to manage workflow, ensuring deadlines and production targets are achieved.
