Sustaining Engineer - Military veterans preferred

Safran Electrical & Power


Sustaining Engineer

Company: Safran Electrical & Power
Job Field: Industrial Engineering
Location: Sarasota , Florida , United States
Contract Type: Permanent
Contract Duration: Full-time
Required Degree: Bachelor's Degree
Required Experience: First experience
Professional Status: Professional, Engineer & Manager
Salary: NA

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Job Description

Summary
The individual(s) will be responsible for Legacy Product and New Product for the Sarasota Distribution Components product lines. All aspects of product design/test/certification, Existing product improvements, Obsolescence, Product Family Group Qualification, RCCA, Customer/Supplier technical interface. Conducts engineering assignments including the design analysis and re-design of existing products and components to reduce product costs and improve quality. Maintain design control, provide production support, and assist with customer and supplier support of existing parts and products on as needed basis to assure problem resolution and growth of the business.

Essential Duties:
• Uses systematic, data driven problem solving processes such as 8D, A3, DMAIC, PDCA to solve design and manufacturing problems
• Evaluates use of non-conforming parts, processes and assemblies to determine their usability in the product while ensuring that the quality and functionality of the product will be maintained
• Contributes to review/documentation of changes proposed by Manufacturing, Purchasing and Suppliers including material obsolescence evaluations following our CR process
• Contributes to field event investigations
• Contributes to the development of engineering and design validation test procedures per Military, SAE, RTCA DO-160, Customer(s) and EN standards, performs testing as needed, and documents results with support of more experienced team members
• Reviews Customers technical inquiries and requests to modify products
• Participate in overall engineering activities as needed
• Follows SAFRAN and Aerospace procedures and regulations
• Regular, predictable attendance is required
• Must be willing to work overtime as necessary

Job Requirements

Minimum Qualifications/Requirements:
• Bachelor's degree in mechanical, Aerospace or another relevant discipline of Engineering from an accredited institution.
• Self-starter, drive for excellence and good organizational skills
• Ability to read/understand prints (including GD&T), routings, bill of materials and process sheets.
• Ability to read, interpret and apply Engineering Aerospace Standards and Specifications (MIL, SAE, RTCA, International (EN) and Customer Proprietary)
• Understanding of electrical circuits and mechanical systems
• Understanding of various machining and manufacturing processes
• Understanding of fabrication, assembly and test processes, tooling, and equipment.
• Ability to collect and interpret data to troubleshoot and problem solve
• good communication skills (written and verbal)
• good Microsoft Office skills (especially Microsoft Excel)
Preferred Qualifications:
• Previous experience in the aerospace industry
• 2 years experience in a manufacturing environment
• Master's Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering from an accredited institution
• Hands on experience with machining processes
• Mechanical and technical background in electrical and mechanical systems with hands-on experience
• Understanding of Lean Manufacturing concepts, Six Sigma tools and 8D problem solving tools.
• 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.

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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: 941-751-7128. 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.



Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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