Entity :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. Safran has a global presence, with 92,000 employees and sales of 23.2 billion euros in 2023, and holds, alone or in partnership, world or regional leadership positions in its core markets. Safran undertakes research and development programs to maintain the environmental priorities of its R&T and innovation roadmap.Safran is in the 1st place in the aerospace and defence industry in TIME magazine's "World's best companies 2023" ranking.With over one million seats equipping the fleets of the major airlines, Safran Seats is one of the world's leading suppliers of seating for passengers, crews and helicopters thanks to innovative and high added-value solutions. Job field / Job profile :Passenger and crew experience/Passenger and crew experience Employment type :Permanent Position description : Are you interested in working at the business end of Aerospace, where airline brand meets innovative passenger experience? Then your next opportunity could be with Safran Seats, an industry award winning, premium designer and manufacturer of First and Business Class seating and technology. Our passenger experience prides itself on innovation, customization, quality and industrial design.At Safran Seats, we are unique within aerospace, as we interface with both the world's biggest airlines and airframers alike, with the largest seats portfolio of all seats suppliers. One day you could be liaising with one of the world's largest airframers, and the next, some of the biggest airlinebrands around the world! In the UK, Safran Seats specialises solely in the First Class and Business Class seating markets for wide body aircraft, with industrial and engineering teams in Cwmbran and Newport, Wales and Brackley, England. The purpose of this role is to identify, research, and pursue new products and technologies for exploitation. Key Responsibilities will include: • Undertake innovative technical research activities in product design and testing, focused on developing products and technologies for integration with seating and furniture for commercial aircraft. • Supportand manage the research, technology and product development with Universities, other Safran companies and technology partners. • Manage the respective project plan and budget • Support, collaborate and drive R&T initiatives/projects as part of a global R&T team.• Co-ordinate the release of data to support technology implementation at project launch. • Contribute to contract, funding and commercial negotiations • Supports the product engineering with the handover of technology and transition to the manufacturing process. • Analyse and interpret theresults of own research, generate conclusions and make necessary recommendations. • Perform peer reviews of data, analysis and reports for other team members. • Use simulation, modelling, prototypes, development tools and test to apply rigor to engineering decision making and product development. • Ensure product development is compliant to aircraft certification requirements • Scout for and identify emerging technologies and their potential. • Arrange and present the Technology Readiness Level (TRL) assessments in support of the technical audit process Be qualified with an accredited Degree or equivalent level inElectronic Engineering, Computer Science Manufacturing,Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical engineering or MaterialsScience fieldHave industrial experience in product development, productionengineering or research&development field within engineering.Have knowledge in the design of software, electrical and electronicsystems or Composite, plastic, and additive manufacturedcomponents. Has academic and hands on experience ofproduct/process/materials development within their respective field.No candidate will meet every single desired qualification. If your experience looks a little different from what we've identified and you think you can bring value to the role, we'd love to hear from you! Our employees are at the heart of our success, as we work together for our sustainable future. There are four People Fundamentals that underpin life at Safran: • We believe in and promote diversity and inclusion as key values across our business • We develop our colleagues skills and build opportunities so you can shape our future • We create a trustworthy work place to support you,as you dare to act and innovate • We encourage collaboration and mutual support for you and your colleagues As a valued member of our team, these are just a few of the benefits you'll receive: • 25 days holiday + UK Bank Holidays • Benefits Programme, with a number of schemes such as cycle to work, technology savings, retail discounts and access to private healthcare • Career Progressions opportunities such as company sponsorship and further training courses • Family friendly policies including maternity, paternity, adoptive parents, shared parental leave, parental leave and flexible working • Equality&Diversity initiatives with internal groups for workplace engagement and involvement• STEM engagement with schools, colleges and universities and Charitable activities for all Please apply and submit your CV today! Once your CV has been reviewed, we will contact you with the next stages. We want Safran Seats to be a workplace where everyone feels valued, can be themselves andknow they can reach their full potential. We embrace and celebrate our differences through various initiatives and support colleagues through a number of staff networks. We're committed to building a strong, diverse workforce and making Safran Seats an inclusive place to work. City (-ies) :Llantarnam Industrial Park, Llantarnam NP44 3HQ Cwmbran