MRO Engineer

Safran Group; Sarasota (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Safran Electrical and Power in Sarasota, FL, seeks an MRO Engineer to support production, repair, and overhaul activities for aircraft power generation and distribution components.

The role emphasizes collaboration with operations and quality, development of repair/test procedures, and ensuring compliance with FAA/EASA standards. Mentoring interns and ongoing process improvements are expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, Electrical or related Engineering field.
• Hands-on troubleshooting in manufacturing and assembly defects.
• Knowledge of GD&T and basic tooling and measuring equipment.

Responsibilities

• Support production, design, and test activities for MRO products.
• Review manuals and documents to establish repair capabilities and standards.
• Develop procedures for repair and testing with Operations.
• Collaborate with Operations and Quality to ensure conformance to Safran documents.
• Mentor interns and assist with training.

Skills

Troubleshooting

GD&T

SolidWorks

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical/Aerospace/Electrical

Tools

SolidWorks

CAD software

Job description

MRO Engineer

Job details

General information

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

2026-187814

Job details

Domain

Production

Job field / Job profile

Industrial engineering - Assembly processes engineering

Job title

MRO Engineer

Employment type

Permanent

Professional category

Employees / Staff

Part time / Full time

Full-time

Job description

• The individual(s) will be responsible for technical assignments to support production, design, test and other engineering activities. Supporting the production line, Testing equipment(setup, support and improvement) for MRO(Maintenance, Repair, Overhaul) product; encompassing aircraft power generation and power distribution components.

Job Location: Sarasota, FL.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Advise, direct, and train MRO personnel in repair and test techniques/methods on behalf of the repair station per Title 14 CFR Parts 21, 43, 121 and 145.
• Review maintenance manuals and related documents to establish repair capabilities per the applicable product standard, FAA or EASA regulation and the established technical evaluation procedures.
• Assist and Develop procedures for repair and testing. Documentation to be used by Operations personnel.
• Work closely with Operations and Quality to ensure repair and testing processes are performed in accordance with Safran Quality documents and return to service criteria.
• Assist and Design, modify, and prototype tooling required for use in the maintenance and repair of aircraft electromechanical and hydraulic products.
• Specify, develop and modification of test equipment for use on various aircraft components.
• Continuously improve production efficiency and quality to meet key metrics.
• Assist in creating major repairs with DER and PMA submittals.
• Communicate technical data issues to the design authority and ensure updates are completed.
• Work seamlessly with offsite engineering team for support and approval when necessary.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Mentor interns.
• Regular, predictable attendance is required.
• Must be willing to work overtime as necessary.

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

Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. This job posting does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment.

This position requires access to technologies and hardware subject to US national security based export control requirements. All applicants must be US Persons (8 USC 1324b(a)(3)), or otherwise authorized by the U.S. Government. No company sponsorship will be offered.

Minimum Qualifications/Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree (or higher) in Mechanical, Aerospace, Electrical or a related Engineering discipline from an accredited institution.
• Minimal experience in a manufacturing environment working as an engineer in a regulated industry.
• Hands-on capability with troubleshooting and solving technical problems related to manufacturing and assembly defects
• Self-starter, drive for excellence and good organizational skills
• Knowledge with basic tooling including measuring equipment, drawing interpretation and geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T)
• Experience with SolidWorks or equivalent CAD package
• Ability to collect and interpret data necessary for problem solving.
• Knowledge of fabrication, assembly and test processes, tooling, and equipment.
• Ability to provide component, assembly, tooling, and equipment cost estimates.
• Good communication skills (verbal, written, and computer).
• Ability to interpret complex information and

Candidate skills & requirements

Physical Demands:

Stationary 70% / Mobility 30% (including lifting 10%)

Work environment:

Split between office work and working on the shop floor and in the Testing Laboratory with production and testing technicians. Must be available for business travel as needed.

This description 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. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic data or other legally protected status.

Safran Electrical and Power 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 call: 941-210-8648. We will decide on your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis.

Annual salary

NA

Job location

Job location

North America, United States, Florida, Sarasota

City (-ies)

Sarasota

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

Yes