Flammability Certification Engineer

Safran is an international high-technology group, operating in the aviation (propulsion, equipment and interiors), defense 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 100,000 employees and sales of 27.3 billion euros in 2024, and holds, alone or in partnership, world or regional leadership positions in its core markets.
Safran is in the 2nd place in the aerospace and defense industry in TIME magazine's "World's best companies 2024" ranking.

Safran Seats is one of the world's leading manufacturers of aircraft seats, for both crew and passengers. 1 million Safran Seats-manufactured aircraft seats are currently in service with air fleets around the world.

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.

Flammability Certification Engineer
Cwmbran, South Wales
Hybrid once established in role - 3 days on site after c.6 months

Skills: Technical Documentation, Aerospace, CAD, Seating, Tech Pubs, Data, Report Writing,

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:

Early finish on Fridays
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

Your Role

You will play a key part in ensuring our products meet stringent flammability certification standards, focusing on high-quality documentation, compliance analysis, and technical publications for aircraft seats and related assemblies.

In this role, you will:

Plan, compile, and maintain flammability certification documents including test plans, test reports, and compliance evidence
Support certification activities by contributing to data packages for submission to regulators and OEMs
Review and approve engineering drawings and design changes for compliance
Collaborate with internal teams and external partners (such as airframe manufacturers and regulatory bodies)
Represent the company in meetings with customers, authorities, installers, and at project milestones
Provide valuable input into the creation and continuous improvement of technical processes
Maintain and develop documentation standards to support both ongoing projects and regulatory submissions

What You'll Bring

A relevant degree (or equivalent qualification/experience) in mechanical engineering or a closely related discipline
Strong experience in documentation and technical writing within a technical, engineering, or regulated environment
Familiarity with compliance standards and regulatory processes is desirable
Excellent computer literacy, including MS Office tools
A collaborative mindset and strong communication skills, able to liaise at all levels
High attention to detail and a proactive approach to problem-solving
The ability to digest and translate complex technical requirements into clear, concise documentation

Desirable

Experience with CAD systems and technical publication tools
Previous exposure to aerospace or regulated industries
Understanding of aircraft interior or flammability certification is a plus