Sustaining Engineer

Safran Electrical & Power Sustaining Engineer

Company: Safran Electrical & Power

Job Field: Industrial Engineering

Location: Sarasota , Florida , United States

Contract Type: Permanent

Contract Duration: Full-time

Required Degree: Bachelor's Degree

Required Experience: More than 3 years

Professional Status: Professional, Engineer & Manager

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The individual(s) will be responsible for Legacy Product and New Product for the Sarasota Distribution Components product lines. All aspects of product design/test/certification, Existing product improvements, Obsolescence, Product Family Group Qualification, RCCA, Customer/Supplier technical interface. Conducts engineering assignments including the design analysis and re-design of existing products and components to reduce product costs and improve quality. Maintain design control, provide production support, and assist with customer and supplier support of existing parts and products on as needed basis to assure problem resolution and growth of the business.

• Uses systematic, data driven problem solving processes such as 8D, A3, DMAIC, PDCA to solve design and manufacturing problems
• Independently evaluates use of non-conforming parts, processes and assemblies to determine their usability in the end product while ensuring that the quality and functionality of the product will be maintained.
• Evaluates obsolete materials, parts and components and identifies sources for direct replacement.
• Develops engineering and design validation test programs per Military, SAE, RTCA DO-160, Customer(s) and EN standards, performs testing as needed, and documents results.
• Participates in testing conducted by Outside Testing Laboratories as necessary.
• Performs tolerance stack up analysis to validate that product will function as designed.
• Performs MTBF calculations for legacy and modified distribution components.
• Prepare documentation and participate in communications with Authorities Having Jurisdiction (AHJ) and Customers.
• Provides cost estimate when product is modified per Customer request.
• Documents change in design, bill of materials and/or test methods using CR/CN process.
• Review and approve changes proposed by Manufacturing, Purchasing and Suppliers.
• Reviews Customers technical inquiries and requests to modify products.
• Trains production associates in the proper process methods and use of tooling and equipment.
• Mentor interns and new engineers.
• Acts as a key member in supporting and resolving 8D problem solving investigations.
• Regular, predictable attendance is required.
• Must be willing to work overtime as necessary.

• Bachelor's Degree (or higher) in Mechanical, Aerospace, Electrical or a related Engineering discipline from an accredited institution.
• Minimum 3 years' experience in a manufacturing environment working as an engineer.
• Mechanical and technical background in electrical and mechanical systems with hands‑on experience
• Self-starter, drive for excellence and good organizational skills
• Ability to read/understand prints (including GD&T), routings, bill of materials and process sheets.
• Ability to read, interpret and apply Engineering Aerospace Standards and Specifications (MIL, SAE, RTCA, International (EN) and Customer Proprietary)
• Ability to collect and interpret data necessary for problem solving.
• Solid understanding of the electrical and mechanical properties of engineering materials.
• Broad knowledge of fabrication, assembly and test processes, tooling, and equipment.
• Ability to provide component, assembly, tooling, and equipment cost estimates.
• Solid understanding of Lean Manufacturing concepts, Six Sigma tools and 8D problem solving tools.
• Strong communication skills (verbal, written, and computer).
• Strong Microsoft Office skills, especially Excel.
• Ability to handle multiple projects with conflicting schedules and priorities while maintaining cross-organizational support to complete tasks.
• Understands electrical theory as it relates to product requirements
• Understanding electrical circuits and electronic components used in Distribution Components.
• Good presentation skills.
• Effective…