Programme Quality Engineer
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Salary
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£41,700
Going rate
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SOC 2481 (65% match) is an eligible occupation, with a going rate of £41,700, and Safran is a licensed sponsor. That is our reading of the rules. Whether they issue a Certificate of Sponsorship is still their call.
This could also be SOC 2482 (Quality assurance and regulatory professionals). We read the code off the advert, so it is our best guess, not the employer's.
New graduate or PhD holder? Pick one of the lower rates.
What each route needs for this job
| Occupation code | New entrant 70% of going rate | STEM PhD 80% of going rate | Relevant PhD 90% of going rate | Standard rate 100% of going rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
2481 Quality control and planning engineers Most likely code | £33,400 | £33,400 | £37,500 | £41,700 |
2482 Quality assurance and regulatory professionals Also possible | £33,800 | £38,600 | £43,400 | £48,200 |
We use the lowest threshold across the plausible codes. Likelihood is Possible at most when the pay clears only a lower rate, or only under a less likely code. How the Home Office picks the code
About the role
Are you interested in working at the business end of Aerospace, where airline brand meets innovative passenger experience?
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, Safran was ranked second in the Aerospace & Defense sector in TIME magazine's ""World's Best Companies 2025"" ranking.
With more than one million seats installed across the fleets of the world's leading airlines, Safran Seats is one of the global leaders in passenger, crew, aircraft and helicopter seating, delivering innovative, high value-added solutions.
Member of the Programme Quality team, communicates with and presents information to all levels and cross functions in SGB. Contributes towards customer liaison for in-development programme and new programme introduction quality topics As required to support in-development programmes (UK / International)
Implement quality actions to ensure that customer and Safran requirements are properly integrated into the program:
- Analyse customer requirements, establish and maintain quality deliverables by cascading them internally and to the supply chain through the program quality plan.
- Ensure due application of the PROMPT reference system and the "Program Management" process by applying best practices.
- Report to customers on compliance with their quality requirements.
- Guarantee quality performance within the program:
- Prepare reports and coordinate the associated improvement plan.
- Implement a quality risk management plan for the program.
- Support the operational teams in the attainment of program QCD (quality, cost, delivery) performance targets.
- Promote the EN 9145 (APQP/PPAP) standard.
-Manage quality events exported from the program.
Build and maintain relationships of trust with customers concerning quality.
HNC/HND or equivalent in an Engineering /Manufacturing related discipline.
D/PFMEA & Control Plans; experience and full detail understanding and execution
APQP / PPAP
Risk Analysis
Programme Management Gate Process Understanding & exposure
EASA Part 21J/G
AS9100 Awarenes
Demonstrated experience supporting Quality Assurance / APQP / DFM / D/PFMEA activities across multi-disciplinary programmes
Knowledge of management of HSE risks
Flight safety risk management
Excellent Problem Solving Skills (8D, Six-Sigma etc.)
Competent communicator with an ability to establish trusted working relationships across all departments and with Customers
Proven track record on supporting teams / projects to deliver milestones
Develop quality assurance and lead continuous improvement efforts
Analyze quality performance and help build standards of quality
Investigate, troubleshoot, audit and advise on poor quality
Proficiency in the applicable standards, regulations and customer requirements
Please apply and submit your CV today!
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Where this offer sits in the market
Quality control and planning engineers (SOC 2481) · UK · ONS ASHE 2025 · basic pay · ~52k in sample- Middle half £35,620–52,676
- Median £43,576
- Going rate £41,700
- Threshold £41,700
- New entrant £33,400–37,100
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Does this job guarantee visa sponsorship?
Not necessarily. Safran holds a sponsor licence, but sponsorship for a specific hire is always the employer's decision. Be upfront in your application that you'll require it.
What salary is needed for this role to be eligible?
The offer must clear both the general threshold and the SOC 2481 going rate of £41,700. New-entrant and shortage discounts can lower it.