IPT Lead

In this position, you will be responsible for managing and delivering assigned Engineering and/or In-service programs within Global Defence Systems.

As the single point of contact for all activities in this role, you will work closely with supporting business functions such as Functional Engineering disciplines, Project Teams, Supply Chain, Quality, Programme Managers, Operations leadership, and the Engineering Manager to develop and deliver New Product Introduction (NPI) programs.

Safran is an international high-technology group operating in the fields of aerospace (propulsion, equipment and interiors), space and defense. Its mission is to contribute sustainably to a safer world, where air transport becomes ever more environmentally friendly, comfortable and accessible. Present on every continent, the Group employs 110,000 people and generated €31.3 billion in revenue in 2025. Safran holds, either independently or through partnerships, leading global or European positions in its markets.

Safran was ranked second in the Aerospace & Defense sector in TIME magazine's ""World's Best Companies 2025"" ranking.

Safran Electronics & Defense is an international company with more than 19,000 employees who bring together expertise and team spirit to design high-technology solutions for the aerospace, defense and space sectors. By combining human and technological intelligence, the company develops products and services for both civil and military customers, operating on land, at sea, in the air and in space.

IPT Lead Wolverhampton

Site Based

Skills: Systems Engineering, Electrical/Mechanical, Hydro/Electrical, Hydro/Mechanical, Actuation Systems, Technical Program Management

Safran - Here, we craft excellence together.

We are looking for passionate individuals to join our GDS Engineering team as a IPT Lead at our Wolverhampton site.

In this position, you will be responsible for managing and delivering assigned Engineering and/or In-service programs within Global Defence Systems.

As the single point of contact for all activities in this role, you will work closely with supporting business functions such as Functional Engineering disciplines, Project Teams, Supply Chain, Quality, Programme Managers, Operations leadership, and the Engineering Manager to develop and deliver New Product Introduction (NPI) programs that are compliant, on time, and within target costs, or to support production work packages and provide resolution to issues.

It is essential that you develop and maintain an excellent relationship with the customer(s) as the main point of contact to ensure that deliverables and requirements are met according to the customer's needs.

What will your day-to-day responsibilities look like?

• Develop and maintain project plans to ensure that all engineering deliverables are defined.
• Monitoring projects to ensure adherence to schedule, cost, and engineering deliverables, particularly regarding technical issues.
• Collaborating with the associated Project Manager to maintain financial and resource forecasts for the project(s).
• Establish and maintain engineering project forecasts for resource allocation and expenditure to support annual budgeting.
• Reviewing and managing technical risks, associated costs and developing mitigation plans, and proactively implementing them with regular reviews to support project plans.
• Coordinating the Project Team through regular startup meetings.
• Facilitating communication flow from Senior Management to engineering staff and serving as an upward conduit for feedback from engineering staff to senior management.
• Providing effective and timely reporting of project status to a regular cadence.
• Implementing a 'visible management' philosophy.
• Demonstrating leadership skills by effectively leading a team of engineers and technicians, extracting the best performance from team members.
• Allocating and managing project tasks assigned to team members.
• Demonstrating agility in assessing and adjusting priorities to align with business needs.
• Collaborating with the Engineering Manager to facilitate staff development through mentorship of team members.
• Ensuring adherence to engineering processes.
• Engineering products to specification, ensuring compliance with all technical requirements, including statutory, legal, and ethical standards.
• Monitoring and controlling product costs to meet agreed targets.
• Addressing issues related to the in-service use of project equipment and implementing timely corrective actions.
• Managing the progression and resolution of FRACA (Failure Reporting, Analysis, and Corrective Action) issues raised within the team

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.

About Safran Actuation Systems UK Safran Actuation Systems UK is a world‑class centre for the design, manufacture and support of actuation and flight‑control solutions used across commercial, military and rotary platforms. With major sites in Wolverhampton and Banbury, our teams play a critical role in delivering innovative, reliable and safe systems that keep aircraft performing at their best.

Our UK Actuation business brings together engineering excellence, advanced manufacturing capability and a proud heritage within the aerospace sector. Whether supporting major global programmes or developing the next generation of actuation technologies, our people are at the heart of everything we do.

As part of Safran's global network, joining Safran Actuation Systems UK means becoming part of a highly skilled, collaborative and forward‑thinking team with opportunities to grow, innovate and make a meaningful impact in the future of aerospace.

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 applying for jobs where they don't meet 100% of the criteria outlined in the advert, however, we encourage anybody to apply 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.

Essential skills:

• Qualified to Degree-Level, Chartered Engineer, or possess relevant experience in the product line or a similar field, with a minimum of 5 years of experience.
• Demonstrates broad technical and intellectual capability, with the ability to effectively interface with a wide range of professionally qualified individuals in both external and internal business disciplines.
• Highly motivated, capable of driving results through direct leadership and the effective utiliation of resources.

Desirable skills:

• Demonstrates determination and commitment, with a proven track record of taking responsibility and calculated risks.
• Capable of quickly assessing risks and providing timely corrective actions when necessary.
• Possesses strong organizational and time management skills, with a keen attention to detail.
• Recognized for exceptional leadership skills.
• Structured and organized, with proficiency in planning, reporting, and communication; able to effectively manage multiple tasks concurrently.
• Previous experience in an Aerospace environment is preferred within. Electro-Mechanical and/or Hydro-Mechanical Actuation systems.
• Possesses 5 or more years of engineering experience within transport, nuclear, military, automotive, or other safety-related industries.
• Chartered Engineering status is desirable