Technical Application Specialist

Safran S.A.; Denton (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Paid holidays

Recognition programs

Comprehensive benefits

401K match

Professional development

Tuition assistance

Career paths across global sites

Job summary

Safran Electrical & Power in Denton, Texas, is seeking a Technical Applications Specialist to install and configure software components for business applications, manage infrastructure requirements, and participate in testing and documentation efforts.

The role includes technical support, incident resolution, and change management, with desktop support duties such as Citrix VDIs. This position is based in a multinational environment and requires collaboration across ITS teams.

Qualifications

• Ability to work in a multinational/multicultural environment (basic)
• Understanding of ITIL practices and change management processes
• Experience with Windows scripting and automation

Responsibilities

• Installs and configures software components for business applications and middleware across environments
• Specifies infrastructure requirements for server-based applications in new implementations
• Performs testing/validation of new products and improvements
• Maintains documentation and follows implementation standards
• Provides technical support and troubleshoots installation/operation issues
• Manages changes/upgrades and documents them per change management procedures
• Duties include desktop support (Citrix VDIs)

Skills

ITIL Best Practices

Windows scripting

Agile methodology

Change management

PLM concepts

Database administration

Tools

Citrix VDIs

Job description

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. We are proud to be featured in TIME's World's Best Companies 2025 ranking, securing 2nd place in the Aerospace & Defense sector and 52nd overall. As a Technical Applications Specialist, you'll contribute to meaningful projects that shape the future of aerospace.

This position contributes to our vision by:

• Application Implementation:
  • Installs and configures software components for Business applications relying on databases and other technical middleware, and client side counterpart. Handles multiple (non-production and production) application environments
  • Helps in specifying and defining the proper infrastructure requirements for server based applications in new implementations
  • Participates in testing/validation of new products/components or improvements to systems related to the scope of work
  • Collaborates with Application and other ITS teams regarding creation and evolution of documentation, implementation standards and processes, and support phase activities scoping and documentation
  • Installs, maintains and manages documentation of desktop applications in perimeter
  • Adheres to safe work practices and contributes to the evolution of the health, safety, and environmental program and culture;
• Technical Support:
  • Provides technical support and troubleshoots issues related to installation/operation, and offers timely solutions to ensure the optimal performance
  • Manages changes and upgrades (major/minor) on the environments based on requirements and updates documentation and repositories accordingly, following change management procedures.
  • Analyzes and defines monitoring of critical components health and execution of schedules
  • Supports configured installations, diagnoses and fixes issues with middleware and other applicative components of applications
  • Investigates root causes and resolves problems in a structured approach, involving other teams if required
  • Desktop support (including Citrix VDIs)
• Regular, predictable attendance is required;
• Other duties may be assigned.

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

Work Culture:

At Safran, we foster a respectful and inclusive workplace where diverse perspectives are valued. We support sustainable career journeys and encourage employees to explore multiple paths for growth. Collaboration is essential to our success, and we are committed to helping every team member thrive. We engage with our communities through educational programs, outreach initiatives, and career events, inspiring future talent to join our mission.

• Ability and willing to work in a multinational/multicultural environment - Basic
• ITIL Best Practices – Basic
• Windows scripting and automation/Powershell – Basic
• Good understanding of application life cycle management (ALM), Change Management, and agile methodology
• Experienced with product life cycle management (PLM) concepts
• Experienced with Information Technology standards and best practices
• Experienced with Database Systems Administration techniques and best practices

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

N/A

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

Highlights from our facility:

As the North American headquarters for Safran Electrical & Power, the Denton, Texas facility brings together a diverse team committed to crafting excellence. Here, we innovate smarter electrical solutions for a better flight—together. Recognized with honors such as the Northrop Grumman Supplier Performance Excellence Award, Sikorsky Elite Supplier, and Boeing Supplier of the Year, we are proud to lead in quality and innovation. Located in the heart of North Texas, Denton offers a vibrant arts and music scene and is home to two major universities!

Discover Safran through our videos: https://www.safran-group.com/videos/safran-corporate.

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 Electrical & Power 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 940-395-7934. We will make a determination on your request for reasonable accommodation on a case‑case basis.

Candidates for positions with Safran Electrical & Power must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Employment eligibility verification will be required at the time of hire.

This position requires access to technologies and hardware subject to US national security based export control requirements. All applicants must be US Citizens, or otherwise authorized by the U.S. Government. No company sponsorship will be offered.

Relocation assistance is not offered for this position.