Fabrication Manager

Safran Group; Gainesville (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Paid holidays

Recognition programs

Comprehensive benefits

401K with match

Professional development

Tuition assistance

Career paths

Job summary

Safran Seats in Gainesville, TX is seeking a Sr. Fabrication Manager to lead fabrication, sub-assembly and machining operations for high‑quality aircraft seats. You will drive production scheduling, enforce safety standards, and optimize processes to balance cost, quality and on-time delivery across the shop floor.

A background in sheet metal fabrication, welding and machining is preferred. Collaboration with maintenance, engineering and supply chain is essential to sustain a culture of

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in related area or 6 years related experience.
• At least 5 years' experience in production processes, machinery and equipment related to sheet metal fabrication, plastic forming, foam/upholstery assembly, welding applications, or metalworking.
• 2+ years supervisory experience as a supervisor or superintendent in similar work.

Responsibilities

• Develops and monitors the Fabrication, Sub-Assembly & Machining team processes.
• Manages maintenance and practice of safety standards.
• Monitors parts production by implementing new ideas and innovations to produce quality parts while controlling cost.
• Ensures that all machinery is maintained in safe and good working condition.
• Controls manpower to ensure cost centers are properly manned to achieve schedule requirements.
• Provides training and directions to employees.

Skills

Sheet metal fabrication

NC machining

Welding

Supervisory experience

Production scheduling

Safety management

Lean/continuous improvement

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree or 6 years related experience

Job description

Fabrication Manager

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

2026-184658

Domain

Production

Job field / Job profile

Manufacture assembly and repair - Production/ repair manager

Job title

Fabrication Manager

Employment type

Permanent

Professional category

Professional, Engineer & Manager

Part time / Full time

Full-time

Job description

A glimpse at the job:

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 Sr. Fabrication Manager, you'll contribute to meaningful projects that shape the future of aerospace.

Develops and monitors the Fabrication, Sub-Assembly & Machining team processes.

Manages maintenance and practice of safety standards.

Monitors parts production by implementing new ideas and innovations which will produce quality parts while controlling cost.

Ensures that all machinery is maintained in safe and good working condition.

Controls manpower to insure cost centers are properly manned to achieve schedule requirements.

Provides training and directions to employees.

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

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.

Join Safran Seats. Here we craft excellence together.

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.

• Bachelor's degree in related area (Business, Engineering, etc.) or 6 years related experience.
• At least five (5) years' experience in production processes, machinery, and equipment related to sheet metal fabrication, plastic forming technology, foam and adhesive/upholstery assembly, welding applications, and/or metalworking technology.
• At least two (2) years supervisory experience as a supervisor and/or superintendent in similar related work.
• Must have experience maintaining a flow schedule of parts through the shop.
• Planning experience a plus.
• Must have thorough knowledge of managing (working with people) through effective communications, utilizing basic principles of leading by example, taking the initiative to make things happen, maintain constructive and good relationship with all employees (at all levels), at the same time showing self-confidence and maintaining self-esteem of others.
• Must have thorough knowledge of all aspects of the manual machines, N.C. machining, sheet metal fabrication, welding, and processing of stainless steel, aluminum and other materials.
• Must know how to sustain parts flow through the shop in a timely, economical manner producing a quality product.
• Innovative & Curious
• Collaborative & Inclusive
• Committed to Safety
• Trustworthy