Aircraft Electrical Systems Technician

Overview

Safran is looking for people who would like to work in a stimulating environment where good team working skills are valued. The successful candidates must possess one or more of the following essential skills:

• Build of Aircraft Generators and Rotors
• Balancing of Rotor assemblies
• Heat / Freeze operation for stator sink
• Strip, survey and fitting experience for generators

Working Hours: 08:00 to 16:45 Monday to Thursday, 08:00 to 12:00 Friday. From time to time, the successful candidate may be required by the Company to perform other tasks, which are not included in the above description, but are within the capabilities of the individual, and where necessary, training will be given.

Job Requirements

• Electrical assembly and repair down to sub-assembly level
• Ability to read Engineering Drawings, Engineering Layouts, and related documentation
• Can self-inspect products using bench Electrical equipment & Mechanical equipment and judge pass/fail/refer to Line Manager
• A good level of literacy and numeracy
• Knowledge of IPC solder standards
• Able to demonstrate good judgement skills - pass/fail/refer to Line Engineer
• Proven ability using a multitude of hand tools including screwdrivers, pliers, cutters, torque wrenches, jigs and fixtures, and other manual hand tools
• Awareness of Quality Management System ISO 9001 / AS9100
• Experience of working within a manufacturing environment
• Ability to inspect product using test/precision measuring equipment
• Familiarity with complex electrical/electronic test equipment

Personal Characteristics

• Ability to diagnose and repair faults on customer products
• Ability to lift equipment/generators up to 25kg
• Ability to read Component Maintenance Manuals, Service Bulletins, and related documentation techniques
• Good observational skills
• A flexible approach and a willingness to learn additional manufacturing skills
• Good IT literacy and a working knowledge of PC operations (i.e. Windows, Windows Explorer, Excel, PDFs)
• SAP awareness
• Experience of working within a team and able to work independently

About the Company

Safran is an international high-technology group operating in the aviation (propulsion, equipment, and interiors), defence, 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.

With a global presence, Safran employs 92,000 people and achieved sales of 23.2 billion euros in 2023. The company holds world or regional leadership positions in its core markets and undertakes research and development programs to maintain environmental priorities. Safran Electrical & Power is a leading player in aircraft electrical systems, contributing to the electrification of equipment and electric and hybrid propulsion sectors.