What are the responsibilities and job description for the Repair Shop Engineer position at Safran?
Summary:
• The individual(s) will be responsible for leading technical assignments to support production, design, test and other engineering activities. Supporting the production line, Testing equipment (setup, support and improvement) for MRO (Maintenance, Repair, Overhaul) product; encompassing aircraft power generation and power distribution components.
Job Location: Sarasota, FL.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
• Advise, direct, and train MRO engineers and personnel in repair and test techniques/methods on behalf of the repair station per Title 14 CFR Parts 21, 43, 121 and 145.
• Review maintenance manuals and related documents to establish repair capabilities per the applicable product standard, FAA or EASA regulation and the established technical evaluation procedures.
• Develop or guide in the development of procedures for repair and testing. Documentation to be used by Operations personnel.
• Work closely with Operations and Quality to ensure repair and testing processes are performed in accordance with Safran Quality documents and return to service criteria.
• Design, modify, and prototype tooling required for use in the maintenance and repair of aircraft electromechanical and hydraulic products.
• Specify, develop and modification of test equipment for use on various aircraft components.
• Continuously improve production efficiency and quality to meet key metrics.
• Draft and assist in creating major repairs with DER and PMA submittals.
• Communicate technical data issues to the design authority and ensure updates are completed.
• Work seamlessly with offsite engineering team for support and approval when necessary.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Mentor interns and new engineers in all aspects of this position.
• Regular, predictable attendance is required.
• Must be willing to work overtime as necessary.
Job Requirements
Minimum Qualifications/Requirements:
• Bachelor's Degree (or higher) in Mechanical, Aerospace, Electrical or a related Engineering discipline from an accredited institution.
• Minimum 3 years' experience in a manufacturing environment working as an engineer in a regulated industry.
• Experience and hands-on capability with troubleshooting and solving technical problems related to manufacturing and assembly defects
• Self-starter, drive for excellence and good organizational skills
• Experience with basic tooling including measuring equipment, drawing interpretation and geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T)
• Experience with SolidWorks or equivalent CAD package
• Ability to collect and interpret data necessary for problem solving.
• Broad knowledge of fabrication, assembly and test processes, tooling, and equipment.
• Ability to provide component, assembly, tooling, and equipment cost estimates.
• Strong communication skills (verbal, written, and computer).
• Ability to interpret complex information and convey a simplified message to team members of varying technical expertise
• Strong Microsoft Office skills, especially Excel.
• Ability to handle multiple projects with conflicting schedules and priorities while maintaining cross-organizational support to complete tasks.
• Understands electrical theory as it relates to product requirements
• Good presentation skills.
• Effective project management skills.
• Excellent time management skills.
Preferred Qualifications:
• Master's Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering from an accredited institution and 4 years of experience working as engineer in aerospace industry
• Proficient Understanding of electrical design, testing, and troubleshooting a plus
• Experience with PTC CREO, CATIA, SolidWorks, Configuration Control, PLM system, SAP.
• Fluent French and/or Spanish
Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. This job posting does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment.
This position requires access to technologies and hardware subject to US national security based export control requirements. All applicants must be US Persons (8 USC 1324b(a)(3)), or otherwise authorized by the U.S. Government. No company sponsorship will be offered.
Physical Demands:
Stationary 70% / Mobility 30% (including lifting 10%)
Work environment:
Split between office work and working on the shop floor and in the Testing Laboratory with production and testing technicians. Must be available for business travel as needed.
This description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by an employee within this position. The actual duties, responsibilities and qualifications may vary based on assignment or group. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic data or other legally protected status.
Safran Electrical and Power is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. To verify the information in the job listing or if you need special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment, please call: 941-210-8648. We will decide on your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis.
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 Electrical & Power is one of the world's leaders in aircraft electrical systems. The company is a key player in equipment electrification and in the electric and hybrid propulsion sector. It has over 14,000 employees across 13 different countries.