System Architect - Mechanical M/F (H/F)

SAFRAN ELECTRONICS & DEFENSE SERVICES INDIA; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 3,000,000 - 7,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Safran Electronics & Defense Services India in Bengaluru seeks a Principal Engineer (Systems Architect, Mechanical) to lead system design for actuation platforms including PDOS, TRAS, and Highlift actuation, supporting NPI and technology programs.

The role requires a strong mechanical/aerospace engineering background with 12–16 years in systems engineering and at least 4 years as System Architect, plus experience with cross-functional teams and aerospace standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or master's degree in mechanical engineering, aerospace engineering or equivalent.
• 12–16 years of Systems Engineering experience with 4+ years as System Architect.
• Experience with actuation systems and aerospace product compliance is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Understand system requirements and ensure compliance with aerospace standards.
• Develop system/product level concepts and architecture for actuation platforms.
• Lead NPI and technology programs, resolving design issues in collaboration with teams.
• Own technical processes, drive production issue resolutions and field investigations.
• Support bids and proposals for new product introductions.

Skills

System architecture

Systems engineering

NPI programs

Cross-functional teams

Regulatory compliance

Education

Bachelor's in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering

Master's degree (preferred)

Job description

Safran est un groupe international de haute technologie opérant dans les domaines de l'aéronautique (propulsion, équipements et intérieurs), de l'espace et de la défense. Sa mission : contribuer durablement à un monde plus sûr, où le transport aérien devient toujours plus respectueux de l'environnement, plus confortable et plus accessible. Implanté sur tous les continents, le Groupe emploie 110 000 collaborateurs pour un chiffre d'affaires de 31,3 milliards d'euros en 2025, et occupe, seul ou en partenariat, des positions de premier plan mondial ou européen sur ses marchés. Safran est la 2ème entreprise du secteur aéronautique et défense du classement « World's Best Companies 2025 » du magazine TIME. Safran Electronics & Defense est une entreprise internationale de plus de 19 000 collaboratrices et collaborateurs, qui mobilisent expertises et esprit de corps pour concevoir des solutions de haute technologie dans les domaines de l'aéronautique, de la défense et du spatial. En combinant intelligence humaine et technologique, l'entreprise développe des produits et services pour les acteurs du monde civil et militaires, sur terre, en mer, dans le ciel et dans l'espace. Parce que nous sommes persuadés que chaque talent compte, nous valorisons et encourageons les candidatures de personnes en situation de handicap pour nos opportunités d'emploi.

Descriptif mission

Overview:

In this role, the Principal Engineer (Systems Architect, Mechanical) will be responsible for System Design of various Actuation Systems product lines including Power Door Opening System (PDOS), Thrust Reverser Actuation Systems (TRAS) and Highlift Flap and Slat Actuation systems and will actively participate in NPI (New Product Introduction), redesign and technology programs of Safran Electronics & Defense Business unit.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Understand system requirements, design intent, and comply with applicable practices, standard works, aerospace standards, customer requirements and regulatory requirements
• Develop system/product level concept & architecture
• Support program and technical reviews as and when required during design & development cycle
• Lead the systems activities for NPI, technology programs and resolve design issues
• Own and maintain technical processes and standard work
• Facilitate and drive the resolution production issues and field failure investigations
• Support Bid & Proposal for new products
• Be self-motivated and keen to get involved in new technologies and projects and learn new skills to map out future career path
• Actively participate in a team environment and work with customers, suppliers, and cross functional teams for product development

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor's or master's degree in mechanical engineering, Aerospace Engineering or equivalent.
• Sound knowledge in mechanical engineering fundamentals and engineering materials
• 12 to 16 years of industry experience in Systems Engineering including 4+ years as System Architect

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in hydraulic and electro-mechanical products
• Knowledge of engineering materials & manufacturing processes is a plus
• Knowledge of aerospace product compliance, qualification, and certification