Safran Group

Position description

Domain

Research, design and development

Job field / Job profile

Materials and processes - Materials and process engineering

Job title

Materials Engineer – Higher Apprenticeship M/F

Employment type

Apprenticeship

Contract length

5 years

Professional category

Student

Part time / Full time

Full-time

Job description

Materials Engineer – Higher Apprenticeship

Gloucester

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

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
• 25 days' holiday + bank holidays (with buy/sell option)
• Pension (matched up to 8%) and life assurance
• Structured training, mentoring, and career development
• Onsite facilities including parking, restaurant, bike storage, and showers
• Family-friendly and inclusive workplace policies

About Safran Landing Systems

We are a global leader in aircraft landing and braking systems, supporting commercial, business, and military aviation. Our expertise spans the full product lifecycle—from design and manufacturing to maintenance and repair.

At Safran, we don't take flight for granted. It takes incredible skill, collaboration, and innovation—and that's where you come in.

Your Role

As part of the Materials & Processes Laboratory team, you will support engineering activities through investigation, testing, and technical analysis of materials used in landing gear systems.

Key responsibilities include:

• Investigating landing gear components that do not meet design requirements
• Supporting raw material and forging supply chains
• Conducting mechanical, chemical, and metallurgical testing
• Generating data and compiling technical reports
• Supporting production with manufacturing issue resolution
• Assisting with qualification of new processes

You will gain experience in:

• Materials science, chemistry, and analytical techniques
• Supplier engagement and technical issue resolution
• Mechanical testing and statistical data analysis
• Laboratory investigation techniques
• Process audits and continuous improvement activities

Training & Qualification

• You will complete the Materials Science Technologist Degree Apprenticeship with the University of Derby.

Find out more:

https://www.derby.ac.uk/apprenticeships/apprenticeship-courses/materials-science-technologist-apprenticeship/#course-description

But what else? (benefits, specificities, 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, apply 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.

Candidate skills & requirements

What You'll Bring

Essential

• GCSEs (Grade 9–5 / A*–C), including Maths, English, and Science
• Level 3 qualifications (e.g. A-Levels) including Maths and a Science/Engineering subject
• Strong attention to detail, problem-solving ability, and willingness to learn

Desirable

• Interest in engineering demonstrated through school, hobbies, or projects
• Understanding of materials science or engineering principles
• Experience working independently and in teams
• Strong communication and organisational skills
• Methodical and structured approach to work

General information

Entity

Safran is an international high-technology group operating in the fields of aerospace (propulsion, equipment and interiors), space and defense. Its mission is to contribute sustainably to a safer world, where air transport becomes ever more environmentally friendly, comfortable and accessible. Present on every continent, the Group employs 110,000 people and generated €31.3 billion in revenue in 2025. Safran holds, either independently or through partnerships, leading global or European positions in its markets.

Safran was ranked second in the Aerospace & Defense sector in TIME magazine's ""World's Best Companies 2025"" ranking.

Safran Landing Systems is the world leader in landing gear, wheels & brakes, and associated systems for civil and military aircraft and helicopters. We master the entire lifecycle of our products, from design and manufacturing through to maintenance. Did you know that every second, somewhere in the world, an aircraft lands using one of our systems?

Would you like to grow in an international, stimulating and supportive environment within a human-sized company? Join us! Become one of our 8,000 passionate employees worldwide.

Don't meet 100% of the requirements? That's not a barrier for us. Above all, we're looking for creative and committed people!

Reference

2026-174419

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