Manufacturing Engineer

Published 06.25.2026 Company : Safran Nacelles Job field : Industrial Engineering Location : Burnley , England , United Kingdom Contract type : Permanent Contract duration : Full-time Professional status : Professional, Engineer & Manager Spoken language(s) : English Fluent # 2026-182240 Published 06.25.2026

Job Description

Safran – Here, we craft excellence together.
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

We are looking for passionate individuals to join our UAP Assembly Structure team as a Manufacturing Engineer (Assemblies) at our Safran Nacelles Burnley site.

About Safran Nacelles:
Safran Nacelles is a worldwide leader in aircraft engine nacelles. Our products and services equip all aircraft types; regional, business, short, medium and long-range commercial aircraft. Our expertise covers nacelle design, manufacturing, integration, maintenance and services. We were voted the 28rd best worldwide employer in 2022 by Forbes. Our site in Burnley provides employment to almost 700 people and we are proud to be one of the largest private sector employer in Burnley.

Your Role

You define, validate and support manufacturing processes to meet HSE, quality, cost and delivery targets, with a strong focus on people, innovation and continuous improvement.

Missions :

• Define and ensure compliant manufacturing processes
• Create and validate industrial documentation: SOPs, work instructions, control points, routes, BOMs, tooling requests, layouts
• Ensure process design meets QCD targets
• Provide technical support to internal and external suppliers
• Lead industrial validation activities and manage risks through PFMEA and SPC
• Drive improvement and lean projects, ensure ERP updates
• Participate in audits, rate readiness, capital investment reviews and structured problem solving (8D, DMAIC)
• Identify/escalate safety risks and contribute to UAP routines

Job Requirements

What You'll Bring

• Strong problem solving skills, including DMAIC, PFMEA and SPC
• Proficiency with engineering and industrial systems: ERP/MRP, PLM and CATIA
• Ability to create and maintain technical documentation (routings, BOMs, work instructions)
• Solid understanding of assembly and manufacturing methods

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.

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

But what else? (advantages, specific features, 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:

• Competitive salary
• 37 hour working week over 4.5 days with a 1pm finish on Friday
• Flexi-time scheme that allows you to take two half days or one full day off per month
• 33 days annual leave [inclusive of bank holidays]
• Option to purchase an additional 5 days of annual leave
• 10% employer pension contribution
• 5% employee contribution with the option to increase this voluntarily through tax efficient salary exchange
• 4 x life insurance benefit as a member of the pension scheme
• Non-contributory BUPA private medical insurance plan
• Group income protection scheme
• Support for your continuous professional development and career development
• Enhanced sickness, maternity, adoption and paternity leave
• Excellent on-site catering facilities offering subsidised hot and cold breakfast and lunch

Company Information

Safran is an international high-technology group, operating in the aviation (propulsion, equipment and interiors), defense and space markets. Its core purpose is to contribute to a safer, more sustainable world, where air transport is more environmentally friendly, comfortable and accessible. Safran has a global presence, with 100,000 employees and sales of 27.3 billion euros in 2024, and holds, alone or in partnership, world or regional leadership positions in its core markets.
Safran is in the 2nd place in the aerospace and defense industry in TIME magazine's "World's best companies 2024" ranking.

Safran Nacelles designs, integrates and provides support and after-sales service for aircraft nacelles. The company is a global leader in the market for commercial aircraft with more than 100 seats, business aircraft and regional aircraft. At the cutting edge of technology, Safran Nacelles offers nacelles that are ever more integrated with the engine, aerodynamic, lightweight with advanced acoustic treatments in order to contribute to the reduction of CO2 and noise emissions from aircraft.

Locate your future workplace

Bancroft Road, BB10 2RZ

Burnley

England United Kingdom