Aerospace Test Engineer - CAD & FEA Specialist

Safran Group; Gainesville (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Paid holidays

Recognition programs

Comprehensive benefits

401K with employer match

Professional development opportunities

Tuition assistance

Global career paths across Safran

Job summary

Safran Seats in Gainesville, Texas, is seeking a Test Engineer to contribute to the design and testing of aerospace seating systems. The role requires strong engineering judgment, attention to detail, and the ability to generate plans, data sheets, and reports.

You will work with CAD drawings, perform tests, and assist in test fixture design. The position offers competitive salaries, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities across Safran's global sites.

Qualifications

• Must have a B.S. in Mechanical or Aeronautical Engineering.
• Experience with CAD drawings and documentation is required or preferred.
• Familiarity with FAA regulations and airframe specs is a plus.
• Experience in stress analysis or finite element methods is advantageous.
• Ability to create and analyze CAD drawings (CADAM, Pro/E).

Responsibilities

• Design and analyze components for test fixtures.
• Generate documents like plans, data sheets and reports.
• Perform tests and some physical work in the test laboratory.

Skills

CAD drawings

Finite element analysis

Written communication

English proficiency

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Aeronautical Engineering

Tools

CADAM

Pro/E

MSC NASTRAN

Job description

Safran Seats in Gainesville, Texas, is seeking a Test Engineer to contribute to the design and testing of aerospace seating systems. The role requires strong engineering judgment, attention to detail, and the ability to generate plans, data sheets, and reports.

You will work with CAD drawings, perform tests, and assist in test fixture design. The position offers competitive salaries, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities across Safran's global sites.