Pipe Assembly Fabricator

Description:

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).

Pipe Assembly Fabricator
Gloucester
Onsite - Rotating Shifts
£39,000 starting salary + Generous Shift Allowance

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 Assembly Team as a Pipe Assembly Fabricator at our Gloucester site.

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.

Your Role
You will operate both conventional and CNC equipment to manufacture landing‑gear pipe assemblies, including bending, swaging of hydraulic fittings, pressure testing, and other associated processes. All work must be completed in accordance with approved production processes, CNC programs, and strict quality, cost, schedule, and safety requirements.

You may also provide line‑side support to the Landing Gear Assembly team when required. The role demands a self‑motivated individual with strong problem‑solving skills, particularly in managing non‑conformances, handling issues, and contributing to continuous improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing product quality and reducing production time.

Key Responsibilities
- Operate conventional and CNC machinery for pipe bending, swaging, and hydraulic assembly work.
- Perform pressure testing and acceptance testing in line with production standards.
- Follow technical drawings, specifications, procedures, and test instructions accurately.
- Conduct self‑inspection and dimensional measurement of manufactured components.
- Support assembly operations when required.
- Identify and resolve production issues, including non‑compliance and handling defects.
- Contribute to continuous improvement activities (quality, efficiency, safety).
- Maintain high standards of Health, Safety, and Environmental compliance.
- Ensure work areas meet 5S and Lean/6‑Sigma expectations.

Required Skills & Qualifications
- Completed Mechanical Engineering Apprenticeship or NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent).
- Understanding of pipe manufacturing processes and associated machinery.
- Knowledge of assembly operations and production acceptance testing.
- General fabrication knowledge and experience with relevant workshop equipment.
- Ability to interpret technical drawings and engineering documentation.
- Awareness of Foreign Object Damage (FOD) risks and prevention methods.
- Familiarity with quality tools such as 5S, Lean, and Six Sigma.
- Ability to self‑inspect and perform accurate dimensional checks.
- Basic understanding of NC/CNC programming (advantageous).

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 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