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Join a forward-thinking company that leads the aviation seating industry, where your design skills will shape innovative solutions for passenger and crew comfort. In this role, you'll coordinate designs, prepare detailed layouts, and collaborate with engineering teams to ensure high-quality standards. With a commitment to sustainability and diversity, this established firm offers a dynamic work environment where your contributions will make a significant impact. If you're passionate about engineering and eager to advance your career, this opportunity is perfect for you.
Company : Safran Seats Job field : Mechanics Location : Gainesville, Texas, United States Contract type : Permanent Contract duration : Full-time Required degree : Bachelor's Degree Required experience : More than 3 years Professional status : Professional, Engineer & Manager Salary range : Based on market data.
Powered by Team Work, Safran Seats is a global leader in passenger and technical aircraft seating. With over one million seats in the fleets of major airlines, we offer innovative and high-value solutions for passengers, crews, and helicopters. Our comprehensive range includes seats from economy to first class, as well as specialized designs for pilots and commercial air crews. Safran Seats combines quality, comfort, and innovation, backed by robust service contracts that include spare parts, component repairs, technical support, and customized assistance. Join us in shaping the future of aviation seating.
1. Objective:
Under general supervision, this position performs design coordination of seats and seat components. Coordinates changes with other internal company departments, vendors, and customers.
2. Main Function and Responsibilities:
A) Reviews specification as related to assigned job.
B) Prepares check list.
C) Prepares lay-outs.
D) Prepares structural sub-assemblies and drawings.
E) Prepares sketches for details.
F) Reviews drawing package to assure conformance to requirements.
G) Submits completed drawings to project lead for approval and release.
H) Liaison for assigned task.
I) Performs other duties as assigned.
3. Qualification Requirements:
A) Education & Qualification-
• Must have a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering Aeronautical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering Technology, Design Engineering, Automotive Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering Technology, Mechanical and Energy Engineering or a related engineering degree (minimum of 12 years equivalent related engineering experience will be considered in lieu of Bachelor's degree).
B) Work Experience - Technical knowledge-
• Plus, an additional 2 years of related design experience required with Bachelors degree.
• Or 1 year of related design experience required with Masters degree.
C) Professional Skills-
• Must have excellent drafting skills in CATIA V5 (or higher) and/or Pro/Engineer.
• Must be able to provide complicated lay-outs and program design studies.
• Must have the ability to generate written communication and to operate required office equipment.
• Ability to read and review written communication.
• Speech and hearing abilities that allow individual to communicate clearly and distinctly in English.
D) Behavioral Skills-
• Must be able to interact successfully with engineering, tooling, and manufacturing departments.
• Must be able to function as part of a design team.
E) Desirable Aspects-
• APQP, D&PFMEA, Control Plan, 8D Problem Solving etc.
• CATIA V.5, Pro-E, and AutoCAD.
4. Travel:
• International and/or Domestic travel required; Less than 5%.
Safran Seats USA is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
Safran is an international high-technology group, operating in the aviation (propulsion, equipment and interiors), defense and space markets. Its core purpose is to contribute to a safer, more sustainable world, where air transport is more environmentally friendly, comfortable and accessible. Safran has a global presence, with 100,000 employees and sales of 27.3 billion euros in 2024, and holds, alone or in partnership, world or regional leadership positions in its core markets.
Safran is in the 2nd place in the aerospace and defense industry in TIME magazine's "World's best companies 2024" ranking.
Safran Seats is one of the world's leading manufacturers of aircraft seats, for both crew and passengers. 1 million Safran Seats-manufactured aircraft seats are currently in service with air fleets around the world.
Texas United States
100,000
employees worldwide
27
Number of countries where Safran is located