Industrialisation Project Leader

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!

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Position description

Domain

Performance and Support

Job field / Job profile

Quality - Supplier quality assurance

Job title

Industrialisation Project Leader

Employment type

Permanent

Professional category

Professional, Engineer & Manager

Part time / Full time

Full-time

Job description

Industrialisation Project Leader
Gloucester
Core Hours - Hybrid
Skills: Project Management, PRINCE 2 Certification, Cross-functional Team Leadership, Supplier Management, Industrialisation, Risk Management, Data Analytics, Continuous Improvement
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 cover the entire life cycle of our products from end-to-end; OEM Design, Engineering & Manufacturing, through to Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO).
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 applying for jobs where they don't meet 100% of the criteria outlined in the advert, however, 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 application or hiring process that may better facilitate your participation.
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

But what else? (benefits, specificities, etc.)

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 

Candidate skills & requirements

What You'll Bring
Essential
•Demonstrable experience in project management, preferably within a manufacturing, supply chain or industrial environment
•Strong stakeholder management and cross-functional team coordination skills
•Ability to effectively manage projects, schedules and data reporting to support informed business decisions
Desirable
•Experience in supplier management or industrialisation projects
•Analytical mindset with the ability to drive continuous improvement across complex projects
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.
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.

Position location

Job location

Europe, UK, England, South West

City (-ies)

Gloucester