EDL Technician Dress Cover-Patternmaker

Published 06.07.2026

Company :
Safran Seats Job field :
Manufacture / assembly and repair Location :
Gainesville , Texas , United States Contract type :
Permanent Contract duration :
Full-time Required degree :
High School Diploma/GED Equivalent Required experience :
More than 3 years Professional status :
Employees / Staff Salary range : based on market data ITAR : ITAR Controlled position# Published 06.07.2026

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.

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Job 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 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 Seats is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. For verification or accommodation requests, please email [email protected] or call . We will make a determination on your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis.

Candidates for positions with Safran Seats must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Employment eligibility verification will be required at the time of hire.[Visa sponsorship is not available for this position

Relocation assistance may be offered for this position.

Company Information 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.

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2000 Weber Dr TX 76240

Gainesville Texas United States
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