Industrial Engineer II

Safran S.A.; Carson (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Safran S.A. in Carson, CA seeks an Industrial Engineer Level II to support cabin industrialization. You will provide technical expertise, develop production processes, and coordinate with design and manufacturing teams to optimize lines and tooling while ensuring cost-effective processes.

The role emphasizes Lean principles, DFMA input, and close collaboration across engineering disciplines to meet program goals and schedule commitments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field.
• Minimum 3 years related experience in highly regulated engineering design or production environment.

Responsibilities

• Project manage Cabin industrialization deliverables on new programs as part of the integrated program team.
• Develop and execute industrialization plans in accordance with Cabin standards and program goals.
• Represent the industrialization team in customer and program meetings as required.
• Create the production element of the industrial dossier, mainly Manufacturing BOMs, Routers, and standard work instructions.

Skills

Project management

Lean principles

Communication skills

Time management

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing/Industrial/Mechanical Engineering or related field

Tools

ERP systems

CATIA V5

Smarteam

Microsoft Office

Job description

Here, we craft excellence together. Your mission? Making the journey the most enjoyable part of the trip.

Join our first-class team to reinvent in-flight experience. In the role of Industrial Engineer Level II you'll play a pivotal part on our industrialization team. The Industrial Engineer 2 provides complex technical assistance to Cabin industrialization deliverables on programs as part of the integrated program team. Support for effective industrialization of each new program. Provide Industrial Engineering technical expertise and coordination during the development of aircraft interior components. Responsible for contributing to most cost effective methods to create products.

This position contributes to our vision by:

• Project manage Cabin industrialization deliverables on new programs as part of the integrated program team
• Develop and execute Industrialization plans in accordance with Cabin standards and program goals
• Represent the industrialization team in customer and program meetings as required
• Create the production element of the industrial dossier, mainly Manufacturing Bill of Materials, Routers, Standardized work instructions (including operation's allocated time)
• Work with the Design and Manufacturing teams to develop optimal production processes for each product type
• Coordinate with Facilities to ensure that the necessary production floor space and support is allocated in conjunction with the required schedule
• Provide feedback to Design group for DFMA (design for manufacture and assembly)
• Integrate plan for the design, manufacture and implementation of new tools or prototypes from the tooling engineering teams on the new program
• Develop a detailed phasing schedule for implementation of new lines
• Develop Cycle time and Takt Time standards and plans to achieve them
• Maintain industrialization metrics in line with Cabin standard KPI's and communicate performance on a regular basis
• Analyze and manage industrial process and product risks during development
• Champion and implement Lean principles
• Lead and participate in Kaizen and 3P events to develop improvements and plans
• Support Departmental and Personal Objectives/Measurements

Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor's degree, or equivalent, in Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related technical field.
• Experience: Minimum 3 years related experience in highly regulated engineering design or production environment.

Computer Skills:

• Advanced understanding of ERP systems
• Working knowledge of CATIA V5 & Smarteam
• Good knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Other Skills:

• Experience working at an aircraft or other aerospace OEM
• Significant knowledge of common materials and manufacturing processes used in the aerospace industry
• Proven ability to read and interpret complex engineering drawings and models
• Use of LEAN tools like VSM and 5S
• Proven organization and communication skills
• Ability to work well independently and cross-functionally with minimal oversight.
• Strong communication, time-management, and problem-solving skills
• Working knowledge of primary processes like CNC machining, Layup and Crush Core
• White Belt Trained

Additional Preferred Skills: (not required)

• Catia experience
• Composites Manufacturing

This job posting has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by an employee within this position. The actual duties, responsibilities and qualifications may vary based on assignment or group.