Senior R&D Engineer, Aerospace Innovation

Safran Group; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 100,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Safran Group in Minneapolis is seeking an experienced R&D Engineer to lead planning and execution of research and development projects focused on innovative technologies, new product development, and continuous improvement of existing products within Safran Test Cells.

You will collaborate across aerodynamics, acoustics, mechanical, electrical, software, and controls, evaluate emerging technologies, drive development and testing, and translate research into practical solutions for fast-paced

Qualifications

• Experience with Stage-Gate, New Product Introduction (NPI), Product Lifecycle Management (PLM), or similar product development processes preferred.
• Experience leading R&D initiatives involving emerging technologies, advanced materials, automation, digital engineering, control systems, or aerospace applications preferred.
• Proven ability to drive innovation, evaluate new technologies, and translate research into practical engineering solutions preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute R&D project strategies, objectives, timelines, and resource plans aligned with business and technology goals.
• Lead cross-functional project teams, coordinating internal stakeholders and external partners to successfully deliver project objectives.
• Conduct and support research, design, development, prototyping, testing, and validation activities throughout the product development lifecycle.
• Collaborate with subject matter experts to define technical requirements, analyze data, develop test plans, and evaluate results to support informed engineering decisions.
• Proactively identify, assess, and manage technical, schedule, and program risks, implementing mitigation strategies as needed.
• Perform market and technology research to evaluate customer needs, industry trends, competitive products, and emerging opportunities.
• Monitor advancements in technology, materials, manufacturing processes, and industry best practices to drive innovation and maintain a competitive advantage.
• Translate research findings and new technologies into practical, value-added solutions that support business growth and product innovation.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related technical discipline

Minimum of five (5) years of progressive experience in engineering, research and development, product development, technical project management, or a related field

Demonstrated success leading technical projects from concept development through implementation and validation

Master's degree or Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Systems Engineering, or a related technical field preferred

Job description

Safran Group in Minneapolis is seeking an experienced R&D Engineer to lead planning and execution of research and development projects focused on innovative technologies, new product development, and continuous improvement of existing products within Safran Test Cells.

You will collaborate across aerodynamics, acoustics, mechanical, electrical, software, and controls, evaluate emerging technologies, drive development and testing, and translate research into practical solutions for fast-paced