Production Test Lead - SAFRAN POWER , LLC

Production Test Lead (H/F) – SAFRAN POWER USA, LLC

Location:

Twinsburg, Ohio

Employment Type:

Full‑time

Seniority Level: Director

Job Function:
Management and Manufacturing

Safran is an international high‑technology group operating in aerospace propulsion, equipment, interiors, space, and defense. Its aim is to contribute to a safer, more sustainable aviation environment. Safran Electrical & Power is a global leader in aviation electrical systems, with 14,000 employees in 13 countries.

• Coordinate, schedule and perform production and MRO testing at the top‑level and subassembly LRU levels.
• Perform production testing of LRUs and troubleshoot test equipment and products.
• Gather and assess information on materials and components used in production.
• Draft proposals for testing programs and operating procedures, outlining specific testing conditions.
• Develop systems to collect digital data during testing and analyze the data to evaluate validity of results.
• Identify problems with new products and recommend adjustments to resolve issues.
• Continue testing and analysis until results meet product requirements and specifications.
• Prepare detailed technical reports presenting findings and recommend necessary modifications to correct production problems.
• Assist with environmental and functional tests on electrical generators and generator control units (air‑cooled and oil‑cooled systems).
• Diagnose and troubleshoot test failures.
• Collaborate with product design engineers to develop test methods that ensure specification performance requirements are met.
• Write clear and complete test procedures, instructions, and reports.

• Education:
  
  Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (or equivalent) with a minimum of five (5) years related aerospace work experience, or an Associate’s degree in Engineering (or equivalent) with a minimum of seven (7) years related aerospace work experience.
• Familiarity with manufacturing testing requirements.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong technical writing, interpersonal, organizational and analytical problem‑solving abilities.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software to prepare test reports and proposals.

• Proficiency in LabVIEW.
• Knowledge of FAA Part 21 and Part 145 requirements.
• Ability to operate a tow motor and/or scissor lift.
• Understanding of aircraft power generation systems.
• Skill using hydraulic oil and scavenging systems.
• Strong troubleshooting skills.

Travel requirements: up to 25% (approximately once per quarter) within the U.S. or outside the U.S.

Additional duties may be assigned. Evening/night hours and extra hours during business peaks, especially at month‑end, may be required.

Compliance:
This position requires access to technologies and hardware subject to U.S. national security export control requirements. All applicants must be U.S. Persons or authorized by the U.S. Government. No company sponsorship will be offered.