Aerospace Project Engineer — Growth & Impact

Safran; Kentucky; On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salaries

Paid holidays

Recognition programs

Comprehensive benefits

Retirement (401K) plans with employer

Professional development opportunities

Tuition assistance

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Job summary

Safran Landing Systems in the United States is seeking a Project Manager to lead both capital and non-capital initiatives, coordinating scope, planning, budgeting, and execution across multiple technologies. You will oversee purchasing, ensure cost control, and drive continuous improvement in a collaborative environment.

The role requires a hands-on, disciplined professional with a BS in engineering and experience in manufacturing or industrial settings.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science Degree in related engineering field.
• Experience working in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Experience with capital project management.

Responsibilities

• Manage a variety of capital and non-capital projects involving a wide range of technologies.
• Lead all aspects of project management, including scope, planning, cost estimation, budgeting, scheduling, and execution.
• Oversee purchasing processes to ensure value and compliance.
• Manage project budget to ensure cost control.
• Ensure projects meet internal standards and follow up methodology.
• Effectively communicate project expectations to team members, cross-department partners, and contractors.
• Delegate tasks and responsibilities to appropriate personnel.
• Schedule contractors and manage day-to-day activities to complete projects on time.
• Improve equipment reliability and operation through analysis of data and experimental evaluation.
• Support ongoing site investments and continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Project management

Cross-functional collaboration

Budgeting

Scheduling

Hands-on problem solving

Education

Bachelor of Science in engineering

Job description

Safran Landing Systems in the United States is seeking a Project Manager to lead both capital and non-capital initiatives, coordinating scope, planning, budgeting, and execution across multiple technologies. You will oversee purchasing, ensure cost control, and drive continuous improvement in a collaborative environment.

The role requires a hands-on, disciplined professional with a BS in engineering and experience in manufacturing or industrial settings.