Project Engineer

Safran S.A.; Gainesville (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Paid holidays

Recognition programs

Comprehensive benefits

401K with employer match

Professional development

Tuition assistance

Global career paths

Job summary

Safran Seats in Gainesville, Texas is seeking a Project Engineer to drive engineering schedules, budgets, and cross-functional collaboration on aerospace seating projects. You will engage with internal resources, maintain schedules, and ensure on-time, on-budget delivery for customers worldwide.

The role requires a Bachelor of Engineering or 12 years related experience, with 5+ years in engineering and at least 2 years in project management. EVMS knowledge is a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in Engineering or related field; 12 years experience acceptable in lieu of degree.
• 5+ years in engineering; at least 2 years in project management.
• Experience leading multiple projects and developing project plans.
• Strong budget and risk management knowledge.
• Excellent relationship management and negotiation skills.
• Proficient with MS Office; EVMS knowledge preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop engineering schedules aligning with airframe and customer requirements.
• Maintain engineering budget and monitor changes to non-recurring budgets.
• Coordinate with functional leaders to secure needed resources.
• Collaborate with other project engineers and stakeholders.
• Track project performance and resolve issues to stay on schedule and budget.
• Coordinate project completion with all affected groups.

Skills

Project management

Negotiation

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Risk management

Budget management

Ownership & accountability

Education

Bachelor of Engineering or related field

12 years equivalent experience

Tools

MS Office

Earned Value Management

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 Project Engineer, you'll contribute to meaningful projects that shape the future of aerospace.

This position contributes to our vision by:

• Develop engineering schedules that support the organization's requirements, airframe and customer requirements.
• Ensure the engineering budget is maintained.
• Engages with internal resources to ensure fulfillment of the project. This will include acquiring commitments from functional leaders for the needed resource allocations.
• Collaborate with other project engineers.
• Monitor project performance while documenting and working with the team to solve any problems that arise, ensuring that the project remains on schedule and delivers high-quality product to the customer on-time and within budget.
• Monitor and tracks project changes to ensure the non-recurring budgets are revised appropriately.
• Coordinate project completion with the affected groups.

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. 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.

Qualifications:

• Must have a Bachelor of Engineering degree in Material Science, Aeronautical, Aerospace, Mechanical, Mechanical Engineering Technology, Manufacturing, Industrial, Electrical, or Systems Engineering or 12 years equivalent related experience in lieu of degree.
• Plus requires 5 years of experience in engineering related field, at least 2 of those years must be experience managing projects.
• Applicable experience may be acquired prior to, during, or following completion of degree.
• Proven expertise in leading multiple projects.
• Experience developing and maintaining project plans, resource models, risk logs, issue logs, status reports, and other project-related assets.
• Strong relationship management skills including negotiation, conflict management, and managing multiple objectives.
• Strong sense of accountability and ownership; understanding the project engineer role as it pertains to the project team and working with moderate supervision.
• Must have intermediate design skills
• Must have proven problem solving skills
• Knowledgeable in budget management
• Knowledgeable in Risk Management
• Have understanding of Scope Management
• Proficient with MS Office
• Preferred knowledge in earned Value Management

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

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.

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Relocation assistance may be offered for this position.