Project Manager (BC) - Transfer of Work M-F

Safran; Dubai; On-site; AED 420,000 - 660,000; Full time

Job summary

Safran is seeking a Project Manager to lead the Transfer of Work (TOW) of the Business Class seat product line into the Dubai site. You will coordinate across Industrialization, Engineering, Methods, Production, Quality, Purchasing, and Supply Chain to ensure a smooth transfer from planning to ramp-up and series production.

The role requires an Engineering Master’s degree and 5–8 years in industrial project management, ideally in aerospace.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in engineering or equivalent.
• 5–8 years in industrial project management, preferably aerospace.
• Experience with Transfer of Work (TOW) projects.
• Knowledge of APQP, FMEA, PPAP, and PPAP/FAI processes.
• Understanding of electro-mechanical seat actuation and aerospace requirements.

Responsibilities

• Define and manage the BC product line TOW schedule with milestones and resources.
• Coordinate transfer of tech, tooling, and equipment to Dubai site.
• Oversee electro-mechanical actuation and IFE integration aspects.
• Own QCD performance for the TOW project and report to management.
• Lead transfer gates and risk mitigation actions, and drive readiness activities.
• Coordinate training plans for local operators and staff.
• Interface between engineering, methods, production, quality, purchasing, and supply chain.

Education

Master's degree in Engineering

Industrial project management

Transfer of Work (TOW) experience

Aerospace project leadership

Industrialization knowledge

Tools

MS Project

PMI/Agile/Lean

FMEA

PPAP

Job description

Published 10.29.2026Job field : Project management Location : Dubai , United Arab Emirates Contract type : Fixed Term contract Contract duration : Full-time Required degree : Master Degree Required experience : More than 5 years Professional status : Professional, Engineer & ManagerPublished 10.29.2026Job DescriptionThe Project Manager leads the Transfer of Work (TOW) of the Business Class (BC) seat product line into the Safran Seats Dubai site, acting as the industrial voice for this product line from transfer planning through to production ramp-up and series acceptance.The scope of the role starts with the transfer planning of the BC product line and ends with stable series production at the Dubai site, meeting QCD commitments. You will coordinate the TOW project across Industrialization, Engineering, Methods, Production, Quality, Purchasing, Supply Chain, and Training, as well as with the sending site's teams.Key Responsibilities and Duties :• Define and manage the BC product line TOW schedule (milestones, deliverables, resources) in line with Safran procedures), APQP Methodology and program commitments.• Coordinate the transfer of technology, know-how, tooling, and equipment from the sending site to the Dubai site.• Manage the added technical complexity of Business Class seats, including electro-mechanical actuation systems, electrical harnessing, and In-Flight Entertainment (IFE) integration, in coordination with Engineering and specialist suppliers.• Own QCD performance for the BC TOW project and report to Management and the Program Manager.• Lead project review meetings (transfer gates, milestone reviews) and report to stakeholders.• Identify and assess transfer risks; define and track corrective action plans.• Oversee production readiness activities, including workstation setup, line balancing, and target takt time achievement for the BC product line.• Coordinate industrial validation activities (FAI, PPAP) to confirm equivalence with the sending site's process and product.• Ensure control of critical processes and compliance with aerospace certification requirements (Part 21, EASA/FAA/GCAA as applicable) throughout the transfer.• Coordinate the training plan for local operators and technical staff with the Training Project Coordinator.• Act as the interface between sites (Engineering, Methods, Production, Quality, Purchasing, and Supply Chain) throughout the project.• Represent the BC TOW project in discussions with stakeholders.• Capture lessons learned from the transfer and contribute to improving future TOW standards.Job Requirements- Engineering Master's degree, general or specialized (mechanical, electrical, industrialization, aerospace, manufacturing) or equivalent.- Experience in production transfer / Transfer of Work (TOW) projects- Industrialization tools and methods (FMEA, PPAP, FAI)- Good understanding of electro-mechanical assembly and seat actuation/electrical systems- Aerospace quality requirements (AS/EN 9100, EASA/FAA/GCAA, Part 21)Project planning and management (MS Project, PMI/Agile/Lean)- 5 to 8 years' experience in industrial project management, ideally in aerospace or a demanding industrial environmentBut what else? (advantages, specific features, etc.)Given the added technical complexity of Business Class seats (electro-mechanical actuation, electrical systems, IFE integration), the ideal candidate combines strong industrial project management skills with a good understanding of electro-mechanical assembly. This position is based at the Safran Seats Dubai site, with travel to the sending/receiving sites required during the transfer phase.Company InformationSafran 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.