Design Engineering Specialist III

Safran Group; Everett (WA); On-site; USD 98,000 - 147,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision, and Pharmacy

Safran Retirement plans with employer

Tuition assistance

Gym membership reimbursement

Flexible work schedule/remote work for

Paid Vacation and Sick leave

Twelve (12) Paid Holidays per year

Referral bonus

Wellness Program

Job summary

Safran Ventilation Systems USA in Everett, WA is seeking a Design Engineering Specialist III to design new products using Creo and other CAD tools, and to collaborate with customer engineering to meet requirements.

The role requires an Associate degree in CAD or related field and at least 8 years in aerospace or regulated industries, with strong GD&T and ASME Y14.5 knowledge, Windchill PLM, and DO-160/DO-810 familiarity. Excellent communication and team skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in CAD or related field.
• 8+ years of experience in aerospace or other highly regulated industry.
• English (Fluent)

Responsibilities

• Use CAD software and equipment to design new products based on implemented technologies.
• Collaborates with customer Engineering to develop solutions tailored to customer's requirements.
• Maintain a comprehensive filing system and computer database for all documents to be retained in the document control center.
• Intensive user of the PLM system, Configuration Management, and AS9100/ISO 9001 quality requirements.
• Mentoring colleagues with CAD tool and GD&T standard

Skills

CAD tools

CREO CAD

Windchill PLM

GD&T

AS9100/ISO 9001

Aerospace standards

Documentation control

Education

Associate degree in CAD or related field

Tools

CREO

Windchill PLM

Job description

Design Engineering Specialist III

Job details

General information

Entity

Safran is an international high-technology group operating in the fields of aerospace (propulsion, equipment and interiors), space and defense. Its mission is to contribute sustainably to a safer world, where air transport becomes ever more environmentally friendly, comfortable and accessible. Present on every continent, the Group employs 110,000 people and generated €31.3 billion in revenue in 2025. Safran holds, either independently or through partnerships, leading global or European positions in its markets.

Safran was ranked second in the Aerospace & Defense sector in TIME magazine's "World's Best Companies 2025" ranking.

As the world leader in aeronautical electrical systems, Safran Electrical & Power is a key player in the electrification of aircraft equipment and electric and hybrid propulsion. With expertise across the onboard energy chain, the company designs and delivers innovative, optimized and modular architectures and solutions.

Reference number

2026-187045

Job details

Domain

Research, design and development

Job field / Job profile

Mechanics - Mechanical part or subassembly design

Job title

Design Engineering Specialist III

Employment type

Permanent

Professional category

Employees / Staff

Part time / Full time

Full-time

Job description

Uses CAD software and equipment to design new products based on implemented technologies.

Collaborates with customer Engineering to develop solutions tailored to customer's requirements.

Knowledge of company drafting and modeling standards.

Maintain a comprehensive filing system and computer database for all documents to be retained in the document control center.

Ensures the operation of the document control center to ensure the users have the latest revision of appropriate documentation in a timely manner.

Intensive user of the PLM system, Configuration Management, and AS9100/ISO 9001 quality requirements.

• Uses computer assisted design/drafting (Creo preferred) software and equipment to develop designs.

• Creates and revises production drawings (detail and assembly drawings).

• Creates product Bill of Material.

• Drafts detailed multi-view drawings of products, and draws finished designs from sketches.

• Conduct tolerance studies.

• Manage Engineering Change Requests and configuration of the products

• Work closely with French and US engineering team from concept to production.

• Able to interpret equipment requirements to translate them into design of manufacturable mechanical components.

• Able to conduct equipment failure analysis for equipment.

• Have comprehensive understanding of the document management system and the standards for compliance and control.

• Collect and maintain files of the latest revision level documentation necessary to define product configuration and control manufacturing processes as well as customer configuration management.

• Perform various administrative duties for the support of the Engineering Department.

• Responsible for entering, modifying and ensuring the accuracy of engineering data loaded into production MRP system

• Understand and involved on the AS91000 requirement Design Procedures/processes.

• Work closely with Quality, Supply Chain and Production departments to support the development of new programs as well as to support serial production.

• Integrate electrical components/subassemblies in the equipment

• Mentoring colleagues with CAD tool and GD&T standard

But what else? (advantages, specificities, etc.)

Safran Ventilation Systems USA offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Pharmacy benefits
• Safran Retirement plans with employer match
• Basic Life Insurance with voluntary additional Life Insurance
• Tuition assistance
• Gym membership reimbursement
• Flexible work schedule/remote work option for eligible positions
• Paid Vacation and Sick leave
• Twelve (12) Paid Holidays per year
• Referral bonus
• Wellness Program

Eligibility Requirements

Candidates for positions with Safran Ventilation Systems USA must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Employment eligibility verification will be required at the time of hire.

Equal Employment Opportunity

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Reasonable Accommodation

Safran Ventilation Systems is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. To verify the information in the job listing or if you need special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment, please e-mail [e-mail] or call [phone]

Candidate skills & requirements

Education and qualification

• Associate degree in CAD or related field

Work Experience

• 8+ years of experience in aerospace or other highly regulated industry.

Professional skills

• Expert knowledge of CAD tools; 3D Solid Modeling using CREO strongly preferred

• Understanding of bearings architecture, failure modes and applications in electromechanical equipment

• Extensive knowledge of ASME Y14.5 Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing Design and Drafting Standards, ASME Y14.100 Engineering Drawing Practices

• Knowledge of aerospace test standards such as RTCA DO-160 and MIL-DTL-810

• Familiarity with product validation (Vibration, Shock and Environmental)

• Designing in both US and SI units and materials

• Thorough knowledge of aerospace procedures, tools and hardware, MIL specs.

• Excellent mechanical aptitude assumed

• Understanding of various commercial aircraft (i.e., MIL-STD-810 / RTCA-DO-160 / Boeing D6 and Airbus ABD) requirements

• Kowledge of manufacturing methods, design-for-manufacturing, manufacturing cost concepts, and materials.

• Excellent in-depth knowledge of drafting standards (ANSI Y14.5)

• Strong technical knowledge about aircraft industry standard design practices

• Strong understanding of certification process for aircraft interiors (FAA/EASA/JAA/CAA).

• Strong understanding of airframe OEM requirements.

• Extended knowledge and skill in use of Windchill PLM software

• Expert knowledge about industry standard 3D Solid Modeling using CREO

Behavioral Skills

• Highly organized, self-starting, team oriented

• Clear and effective oral and written communication with co-workers, management, manufacturers and customers

• Team oriented and able to work collaboratively and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers.

• Self-motivated and capable of working with minimal supervision

Annual salary

$98,193K - $147,289K

Job location

North America, United States, Washington, Everett

City (-ies)

Everett

Applicant criteria

Minimum education level achieved

Associate Degree

Minimum experience level required

More than 8 years

Additional Languages preferred

English (Fluent)

ITAR Controlled Position: Select "Yes" if role requires U.S. citizenship/permanent residency

No