Reliability & Safety Engineer

Safran Group; Toronto; On-site; CAD 105,000 - 131,000; Full time

Job summary

Safran Landing Systems Canada Inc. is seeking a Reliability & Safety Engineer to join our North American team in Canada.

You will participate in concurrent engineering to define safety and reliability requirements for landing gear systems, including hydromechanical/electrical components and ECUs, while coordinating with suppliers and customers. You will perform reliability and safety analyses, support aircraft certification, and conduct trade studies to select optimal system architectures.

Qualifications

• Bachelor or Master in Engineering (Aerospace, Electrical, Mechanical, Engineering Physics or Engineering Science).
• 6–10 years of relevant experience.
• FAR 25.1309 and SAE ARP 4754A/4761 knowledge is an asset.
• RTCA/DO-178b/c knowledge is an asset.
• Model-Based Safety Analysis knowledge is an asset.
• Experience with DOORS is an asset.
• Knowledge of aerospace standards and airworthiness concepts.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Participate on concurrent engineering teams to define reliability and safety related landing gear system requirements.
• Perform reliability and safety analysis, including reliability prediction, failure mode analysis and fault tree analysis, for integrated landing gear systems.
• Acquire R&S input data from equipment suppliers.
• Participate in the process of aircraft certification.
• Perform trade studies to establish preferred systems architecture based on safety, reliability and maintainability.
• Liaison with customers and suppliers on technical aspects of the program.
• Coordinate review of supplier technical documentation.
• Prepare technical presentation for the customer including coordination of supplier input.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Verbal & written

Education

Bachelor or Master in Engineering

Tools

CAFTA

RELEX

ITEM

DOORS

Job description

Reliability & Safety Engineer

Job details

General information

Entity

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 Landing Systems is the world leader in landing gear, wheels & brakes, and associated systems for civil and military aircraft and helicopters. We master the entire lifecycle of our products, from design and manufacturing through to maintenance. Did you know that every second, somewhere in the world, an aircraft lands using one of our systems?

Would you like to grow in an international, stimulating and supportive environment within a human-sized company? Join us! Become one of our 8,000 passionate employees worldwide.

Don't meet 100% of the requirements? That's not a barrier for us. Above all, we're looking for creative and committed people!

Reference number

2026-186801

Domain

Research, design and development

Job field / Job profile

Architecture and systems engineering - System architecture

Job title

Reliability & Safety Engineer

Employment type

Permanent

Professional category

Employees / Staff

Part time / Full time

Full-time

Job description

• Participate on concurrent engineering teams to define reliability and safety related landing gear system requirements.
• Perform reliability and safety analysis, including reliability prediction, failure mode analysis and fault tree analysis, as part of the design and development of fully integrated aircraft landing gear systems including landing gear, hydromechanical/electrical components and electronic control units.
• Acquire R&S input data from equipment suppliers.
• Participate in the process of aircraft certification.
• Perform trade studies to establish preferred systems architecture based on safety, reliability and maintainability.
• Liaison with customers and suppliers on technical aspects of the program.
• Conduct/coordinate review of supplier technical documentation.
• Prepare technical presentation for the customer including coordination of the supplier input.

Candidate skills & requirements

Bachelor or Master's degree in Engineering (Aerospace, Electrical, Mechanical, Engineering Physics or Engineering Science).

• A minimum of 6-10 years of relevant experience.
• Previous experience and understanding of FAR 25.1309 and SAE ARP 4754A/4761 a definite asset.
• Previous experience and understanding of RTCA/DO-178b/c a definite asset.
• Previous experience and understanding in Model-Based Safety Analysis a definite asset.
• Proficient computer skills including good knowledge of one of the R&S software (CAFTA, RELEX, ITEM or equivalent).
• Experience with “DOORS” requirements management software is an asset.
• Understanding and ability to apply safety, reliability and maintainability concepts
• Knowledge of applicable aerospace standards and airworthiness concepts.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work in a team environment.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Salary: $104,600 to $130,700

Reason for Recruitment: Replacement

Feeling hesitant because you don't meet all of the job requirements? Don't be! Safran Landing Systems (SafranLS) is committed to creating an inclusive, diverse and equitable team and encourages all applicants to apply. If you love a challenge and want to work in an exciting, high-tech environment, we want to hear from you.

We see diversity as a means to leverage creativity, collective performance and innovation. We welcome applications from individuals regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. SafranLS is committed to a positive, supportive, and inclusive environment with continual learning opportunities and a focus on well-being in the workplace.

SafranLS offers accommodations for people with disabilities in all parts of the hiring process and will work with applicants to meet accommodation needs that are made known to SafranLS in advance.

At SafranLS, a passion for Aerospace can mean a limitless career, land your next position with us!

While we thank all applicants, only those being considered for an interview will be contacted.

The above statements reflect the general items considered necessary to describe principal functions of the position and shall not be construed as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be inherent in the position. Other duties may be assigned as per management instruction. All applicants must meet the following requirements: Minimum age of 18 years. Canadian Controlled Goods Regulations (CGR), U.S. International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and Canadian government security clearances and applicable contractual obligations. Safran Landing Systems Canada Inc. is an equal opportunity employer.

Job location

North America, Canada, Ontario, Toronto

City (-ies)

Ajax

Applicant criteria

Minimum education level achieved

Bachelor's Degree

Minimum experience level required

More than 5 years