Mechanical Engineer III

Mechanical Engineer III Job Overview

The Mechanical Engineer plays a critical role in supporting the operational maintenance of Safran Actuation Systems. This position leads the design and development of test benches, jigs, and tools, while ensuring all actuator maintenance activities meet Safran standards and regulatory requirements. The engineer provides technical support to operations, customers, and cross‑functional teams; defines and validates disassembly/assembly processes; and manages technical, cost, schedule, and risk elements across multiple projects.

Responsibilities include analyzing repair data, performing root‑cause investigations on repeat returns, managing line stoppages, supporting repair process improvements, and ensuring compliance with updated documentation. The role also contributes to test equipment development, sets action plans with Program Management, and supports continuous improvement initiatives. Additionally, the engineer mentors junior engineers, guides interns, and helps maintain team capability.

• Provide Technical Support/Assistance related to Aeronautic repair station; collaborate with cross‑functional teams, operations, quality, program management, suppliers and customers to resolve problems and implement solutions.
• Prepare, write and review technical documentation.
• Perform operational, maintenance, or testing procedures for mechanical products, components, equipment or systems.
• Perform and validate First Article Inspection involving Quality and Shop Managers for new capability.
• Provide/Validate documentation to implement new capability to the company.
• Modify and upgrade existing test equipment and tools to improve the maintenance process.
• Provide input and guidance to designs and development of test equipment and tools.
• Perform product troubleshooting and lab testing.
• Verify tool design meets the requirements and expectations.
• Manage the line stoppage related to engineering.
• Plan and follow up action plan with Program Manager over performance and target.
• Ensure the timely and efficient completion of projects to achieve the company's strategic and financial goals.
• Demonstrate an understanding of internal processes and methods and tools.
• Ensure work complies with company policies and processes.
• Other duties may be assigned.

• Education:
  
  Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field from an accredited institution and at least 5 years of related work experience.
• Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
  • In‑depth knowledge of mechanical engineering, with basic knowledge of related disciplines.
  • Ability to analyze incidents and propose technical solutions.
  • Ability to prioritize projects and tasks to ensure timely and efficient completion.
  • Experience in aerospace or mechanical systems.
  • Understanding of company objectives and goals.
  • Familiarity with all processes interfacing with their organization.
  • Knowledge of production and repair processes in the aeronautic environment.
  • Knowledge of Geometric, Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T) and engineering drawing standards.
  • Proficient with modeling and simulation software for analyzing mechanical behavior.
  • Ability to perform or answer audits.
• Leadership and Management
  
  Skills:
  • Inductive reasoning, integrity, judgement and problem solving.
  • Leadership, communication (verbal, written, active listening, reading comprehension).
  • Customer oriented, adaptable, and flexible.
  • Ability to summarize complex information.
  • Deep understanding of root cause corrective action.
  • Knowledge of change control management.
  • Analytical thinking, dependability, change agent.
  • Planning, organization and prioritizing.

Grand Prairie, TX 75052, United States. (North America, United States, Texas).

Based on market rate.

Minimum education level:
Bachelor’s Degree.

Minimum experience:

More than 5 years.

ITAR Controlled Position:
Yes.