Manufacturing Engineer

Manufacturing Engineer 2

** Job details*
* ** General information*
* ** Entity*
* 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.

With more than one million seats installed across the fleets of the world's leading airlines, Safran Seats is one of the global leaders in passenger, crew, aircraft and helicopter seating, delivering innovative, high value-added solutions.

** Reference number*
* ** Job details*
* ** Domain*
* Production

** Job field / Job profile*
* Industrial engineering - Special processes engineering

** Job title*
* Manufacturing Engineer 2

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* Employment type

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* Permanent

** Professional category*
* Professional, Engineer & Manager

** Part time / Full time*
* Full-time

** Job description*
* As a member of Safran Seats, you contribute to providing over one million seats to airlines worldwide, ensuring superior quality, comfort, and innovation.

Your role involves collaborating with a team to develop high-value solutions for passengers and crews. Safran is one of the few OEMs offering a comprehensive range of passenger seats, from economy to first class, allowing you to take pride in creating impressive seating options for various needs.

1. Occupational Summary (Position Objective & Authorities)

Objective:

Within the manufacturing engineer job description, there are 2 separate job functions. Typically an employee will perform one or the other, not both and under close supervision. Both functions are described within.

2. Essential Functions (Duties and Responsibilities)

Main Function Responsibilities:

Within the manufacturing engineer job description, there are 2 separate job functions. Typically an employee will perform one or the other, not both. Both functions are described within.

i) Manage the technical development of a product from conception to production

ii) Utilize core tools such as PFMEA, DFMA, control plans, etc.

iii) Collaborate with engineering, operations, tooling and other departments to resolve issues and improve processes

iv) Review and approve or reject engineering drawings in accordance with internal DFM guidelines and requirements

v) Create and maintain detailed work instructions

vi) Ensure design and process are sufficient to produce the quality of product required by internal and external standards

vii) Support production areas, fabrication and final assembly, when new product is being launched to quickly address and correct and issues that may arise

viii) Recommend changes to designs, tolerances, or processing methods to resolve production issues

ix) Design and develop the process as necessary to produce the product at the volume and quality required

x) Attend design reviews and provide relevant feedback for manufacturability

xi) Support engineering as necessary through development phase (collaboration, drawing review, etc.)

For DEV process, Industrialization Leader is responsible for:

- Contributing to and participating in PBS reviews.

- Preparing and presenting Industrialization Reviews to Program Industrial Manager.

** But what else? (advantages, specificities, etc.)*
* Safran Seats USA is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

** Candidate skills & requirements*
* 3. Qualification Requirements

A. Education & Qualification
- - B.S degree in a related technical field (e.g.:
Industrial Engineer, Mechanical Engineer, Manufacturing Engineer/Technology, Aeronautics Engineer, or Electrical Engineer) or an Associate degree with 6 years related experience or 12 years of job related experience

B. Work Experience - Technical knowledge
- - Three years of manufacturing experience preferred but not required

- Catia or design modeling a plus

- Six Sigma or lean certification preferred.

C. Professional Skills
- - Must have basic knowledge of production methods, process capabilities, tooling processes, and manufacturing processes

- Must be capable of preparing well-written reports and orderly reports

- Must have basic knowledge of manufacturing and related operations with detailed knowledge of such fields as product design, engineering function, tool design, tool fabrication, ergonomics and EHS, space layout, handling equipment, production machinery and equipment, N/C…