Programme Director

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:

• 33 days holiday (including bank holidays)
• Industry leading pension scheme with salary sacrifice employer contributions up to 10%.
• Private medical cover (to include Digital GP and rapid access Physio with no excess) with ability to upgrade level of benefit and cover family members.
• Access to salary sacrifice benefits scheme including cycle to work
• 4 x Life Assurance
• Interactive benefits platform including wide range of discretionary benefits including technology, retail benefits, income protection.
• Enhanced family friendly policies and benefits (enhanced maternity and paternity leave) and employee assistance programme
• Annual share save schemes.
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. 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. Your Role The Programme Director provides strategic leadership and governance across a portfolio of programmes, ensuring delivery of customer commitments, contractual obligations, and business objectives. Leading a team of Programme Management professionals, they drive performance, champion IPT leadership, and maintain accountability for programme execution, financial performance, and long-term business success. Responsibilities:
• Provide strategic leadership and governance across a portfolio of programmes, ensuring delivery of customer commitments and business objectives.
• Lead, develop and inspire Programme Management teams, driving high performance and strong cross-functional collaboration.
• Build and maintain senior customer relationships, acting as the primary point of contact and escalation for key accounts.
• Oversee programme performance across cost, schedule, quality and risk, ensuring targets are achieved and opportunities are maximised.
• Support business growth through bid activities, commercial negotiations, and effective programme governance to drive revenue and profitability.
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• Degree in Engineering, Project Management or related field
• Significant programme management experience in complex aerospace, defence, or regulated manufacturing environments
• Proven motivational leadership with the ability to influence, build strong relationships, and lead high-performing teams
• Demonstrable track record of delivering against demanding objectives and high-performance standards
• Excellent communication, accountability, and leadership skills
• Strong financial awareness and programme financial management capability
• Passion for ownership, delivery, and exceeding customer expectations
  
  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. 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., Why Safran?
• A global presence: Be part of a global aerospace, defence & space business with over 100,000 Colleagues, across 300 sites in 30 countries.
• Inclusive & empowering environment: We celebrate our differences and believe they make us stronger. We know that a fulfilling work environment is a key driver for innovative ideas and team success.
• Innovation at the core: Join our mission to decarbonise aerospace and make the world a safer place. Your ambitions can take us further.
• Mobility & training opportunities: We can support your ambitions with training, development, a personalised career plan and mobility opportunities. If you have big dreams, we'll support you to make them a reality.
• A culture of excellence: Join a team that values collaboration, integrity, and continuous improvement. Whatever your background, together we aim for excellence.