Engineering Intern (Design, Design Validation, Test, Product Line Engineering)

Safran Group; Gainesville (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salaries

Paid holidays

Recognition programs

Comprehensive benefits

Retirement (401K) plans with employer

Professional development opportunities

Tuition assistance

Over 300 career paths across global

Job summary

Safran Seats USA in Gainesville, Texas, offers an Engineering Intern position across Design, Validation, Test and Product Line Engineering. Work spans mechanical design, certification, materials and processes, simulation, and systems engineering for aircraft seating components.

As an intern, you will perform engineering tasks, read blueprints, troubleshoot with the team, and present on assigned programs. The role provides hands-on experience with competitive salaries, benefits, and professional

Qualifications

• Actively enrolled in an undergraduate technical degree (mechanical, electrical, materials or aerospace).
• Ability to generate written communication and operate standard office equipment.
• English language proficiency for clear communication.

Responsibilities

• Perform engineering tasks to define, develop, and maintain Aircraft Seating components.
• Read blueprints and/or schematics to support design and validation.
• Troubleshoot and coordinate with manufacturing to ensure producibility.
• Attend project/department meetings and present results.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

English communication

Teamwork

Education

Undergraduate engineering degree

Tools

Blueprints

Schematics

Job description

Engineering Intern (Design, Design Validation, Test, Product Line Engineering)

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.

With more than one million seats installed across the fleets of the world's leading airlines, Safran Seats is one of the global leaders in passenger, crew, aircraft and helicopter seating, delivering innovative, high value-added solutions.

Reference number

2026-178714

Job details

Domain

Research, design and development

Job field / Job profile

Materials and processes - Materials and process engineering

Job title

Engineering Intern (Design, Design Validation, Test, Product Line Engineering)

Employment type

Internship / Student

Contract period

summer

Professional category

Student

Part time / Full time

Part-time

Job description

A glimpse at the job:

As a Safran Seats USA Engineering Intern, you will work in one of the following areas: Mechanical Design, Certification, Materials and Process, Certification, Simulation and Test, Systems Engineering or Project Engineering. You will perform a variety of engineering tasks and responsibilities required to define, develop, and maintain Aircraft Seating components. These tasks may include required engineering analysis or modeling, drawing and document creation, trouble shooting and coordination with the manufacturing team to ensure a producible product, or completion of requirements validation or verification.

HERE, WE CRAFT EXCELLENCE TOGETHER. At Safran, we believe in sustainable career journeys, collaboration as a cornerstone of innovation, and the freedom to explore diverse career paths. As a Engineering Intern, you'll contribute to meaningful projects that shape the future of aerospace.

This position contributes to our vision by:

Complete assigned tasks/projects per written scope of work.

Read blueprints and/or schematics.

Troubleshoot and work as a member of the team to solve problems.

Attend meetings related to the project or department.

Prepare a presentation on assigned program/project.

What we offer:

• Competitive salaries
• Paid holidays
• Recognition programs
• Comprehensive benefits
• Retirement (401K) plans with employer match
• Professional development opportunities
• Tuition assistance
• Over 300 career paths across global sites

Join Safran Seats, where you can look to the skies and say “we did that.”

Candidate skills & requirements

At Safran Seats, we value service-oriented team players who demonstrate strong interpersonal skills, a positive attitude, and the ability to adapt to our dynamic, innovative environment.

• Actively enrolled in an undergraduate degree program in a technical field of study such as mechanical, electrical, material science, or aerospace engineering as a junior or senior level student.
• 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

Across all team members, we are looking for the following attributes:

• Innovative & Curious
• Collaborative & Inclusive
• Committed to Safety
• Trustworthy
• Results Focused
• Driven to Excellence
• Powered by Teamwork

Highlights from our facility

Safran Seats in Gainesville, Texas, plays a big role in making top-notch aircraft seats for airlines around the world. The team here is known for their know-how and dedication to building comfortable, reliable seats for both commercial and business planes. With a focus on quality and new ideas, the Gainesville facility helps keep Safran at the forefront of the aviation seating industry, working closely with airlines and aircraft makers to deliver seats passengers appreciate.

This description outlines the general nature and level of work for this position. Duties, responsibilities, and qualifications may vary by assignment or group. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.

Safran Seats is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. For verification or accommodation requests, please email [e-mail] or call 940-363-2068. We will make a determination on your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis.

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

Relocation assistance is not offered for this position.

Annual salary

$20/hour

Job location

North America, United States, Texas

City (-ies)

Gainesville

Applicant criteria

Minimum education level achieved

Bachelor's Degree

Minimum experience level required

First experience

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

No