Aerospace Project Engineer: Capital Projects Lead

Safran; Walton (KY); On-site; USD 64,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salaries

Paid holidays

Recognition programs

Comprehensive benefits

401K match

Professional development

Tuition assistance

Global career paths

Job summary

Safran Landing Systems in Walton, Kentucky is seeking a Project Engineer to lead a range of capital and non-capital projects across mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems. A Bachelor’s degree in engineering and 5+ years of experience in manufacturing are required.

This permanent, full-time role includes budgeting, scheduling, procurement oversight, and performance reporting. The position offers professional growth, strong cross-functional collaboration, and a comprehensive benefits

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering field; 5+ years in manufacturing/industrial environment.
• Experience with capital project management.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Broad mechanical, electrical, control, and hydraulic systems knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Manage capital and non-capital projects across technologies.
• Lead scope, planning, budgeting, scheduling, and execution.
• Oversee purchasing to ensure value and compliance.
• Manage project budget to control costs.
• Ensure projects meet internal standards and methodologies.
• Communicate expectations to team members and contractors.
• Delegate tasks and manage day-to-day activities.
• Schedule contractors to complete projects on time.
• Improve equipment reliability through data analysis and testing.
• Support site investments and continuous improvement.

Skills

Building Strategic Working Rel

Decision Making

Follow-Up

Initiating Action

Planning and Organizing

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering

Tools

Capital project management

Job description

Safran Landing Systems in Walton, Kentucky is seeking a Project Engineer to lead a range of capital and non-capital projects across mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems. A Bachelor’s degree in engineering and 5+ years of experience in manufacturing are required.

This permanent, full-time role includes budgeting, scheduling, procurement oversight, and performance reporting. The position offers professional growth, strong cross-functional collaboration, and a comprehensive benefits