EDL Technician Dress Cover​/Patternmaker

EDL Technician Dress Cover/Patternmaker

** Job details*
* ** General information*
* ** Entity*
* Safran is an international high-technology group, operating in the aviation (propulsion, equipment and interiors), defense and space markets. Its core purpose is to contribute to a safer, more sustainable world, where air transport is more environmentally friendly, comfortable and accessible. Safran has a global presence, with 100,000 employees and sales of 27.3 billion euros in 2024, and holds, alone or in partnership, world or regional leadership positions in its core markets.

Safran is in the 2nd place in the aerospace and defense industry in TIME magazine's "World's best companies 2024" ranking.

Safran Seats is one of the world's leading manufacturers of aircraft seats, for both crew and passengers. 1 million Safran Seats-manufactured aircraft seats are currently in service with air fleets around the world.

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

** Job field / Job profile*
* Manufacture assembly and repair - Assembly

** Job title*
* EDL Technician Dress Cover/Patternmaker

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* Employment type

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* Permanent

** Professional category*
* Employees / Staff

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

** 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 Engineering Development Lab Technician (Dress Cover/Patternmaker), you'll contribute to meaningful projects that shape the future of aerospace.

This position contributes to our vision by:

 Works from complete blueprints and other written and verbal instructions.

 Responsible for layout and building of complete patterns using Pattern Making software.

 Sets up and cuts patterns to close tolerances.

 Reverse-engineer a product within the statement of work.

 Work with Cushion Development and vendors to maintain patterns to latest revisions.

 Maintains a high quality of workmanship and assumes responsibility for work performed in assigned duties.

 Maintains records and locations of patterns on tracking system.

 Performs other duties as 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

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, where you can look to the skies and say "we did that."

** Candidate skills & requirements*
* 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.

- High school diploma or equivalent required.

- 1-2 years experience in pattern making and general assembly.

- Basic computer skills, Outlook, Excel, Word, Powerpoint

- Must have knowledge of scheduling, blueprints

- Must have the ability to generate written communication and to operate required office equipment.

- Ability to read and review written communication.

- Speech and hearing abilities that allow individual to communicate clearly and distinctly in English.

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

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