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# Senior Design Engineer

- **Company:** Safran
- **Location:** Gloucester, UK
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** 3d Models, Computer-Aided Design, Configuration Management, Computer Literacy, Microsoft Office, CATIA V5, Data Management
- **Published:** September 10, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.collegerecruiter.com/job/2840580365-senior-design-engineer

## About the Role

* Degree in a relevant engineering discipline.
 * Good knowledge of design and manufacturing processes, preferably related to aerospace.
 * Fully conversant with traditional and computerised design and analysis methods.
 * Good verbal and written communication skills.
 * General computer literacy (Microsoft Office).
 * Experience of CAD (CATIA V5 preferred; training provided).
 * Knowledge of configuration management.
 * Previous aerospace experience.
 * Work package ownership experience.
 * GD&T training.
 * Good knowledge of aerospace materials and manufacturing processes.

## Description

The Senior Design Engineer based in Gloucester will design and detail efficient landing gear systems for civil and military aircraft to meet demanding customer requirements. They will support the design and manufacturing of landing gear systems across the entire life-cycle., * Support all aspects of concept to detail design throughout the life cycle of our landing gear programmes.

 * Support all aspects of product configuration.
 * Use up-to-date technology including computer-based programmes and systems (CAD, 3D Modelling, 2D Draughting, data-management systems).
 * Design to meet exacting customer requirements and industry standards.
 * Provide technical presentations to customers.
 * Interface with team members, chief engineers, programme management, manufacturing and colleagues at other Safran sites.
 * Work closely with manufacturing to reduce non-conformances on products.
 * Coordinate with other sites to assist with offload of packages of work.
 * Work toward designation as Design Check Signatory.
 * Mentor and coach junior team members.


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