Product Improvement Engineer

Job description

Product Improvement Engineer

Job details

General information

Entity

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 Landing Systems is the world leader in landing gear, wheels & brakes, and associated systems for civil and military aircraft, as well as helicopters. Did you know that every second, somewhere in the world, an aircraft lands thanks to our products?

Looking to grow in a stimulating, supportive, and people-focused company? Above all, we are seeking creative and committed individuals—so come and join our 8,000 passionate employees!

Reference number

2026-178349

Job details

Domain

Research, design and development

Job field / Job profile

Mechanics - Mechanical part or subassembly design

Job title

Product Improvement Engineer

Employment type

Permanent

Professional category

Professional, Engineer & Manager

Part time / Full time

Full-time

Job description

POWERED BY TEAMWORK. Are you ready to be part of a team that drives big ideas and even bigger wins? At Safran, we believe in the power of both collaboration and individual contributions. We understand that it takes diverse perspectives, problem-solving skills, dependability, and trust to push each other forward and achieve great success. For us, working here is more than just a job; it's a passion. There's the unique opportunity to lead the way in aerospace and defense and contribute to creating a safer and more sustainable world.

We trust our employees to bring bold ideas to build the future of aerospace together, contributing to our ranking by TIME as the leading Aerospace & Defense company on the 2023 World's Best Companies list (#59 on the full list). Join our team and become part of the group that's making amazing things happen on the ground and in the skies. Together, we'll proudly step back and say, “We did that."

Wheels and carbon brakes equipment are high added value products on which the manufacturing process must be controlled in order to avoid production's scraps.

By supporting and promoting co-engineering between design and manufacturing engineering teams, the Product Improvement Engineer contributes to increase Wheels and Brakes products manufacturability by reducing production non-quality.

Product Improvement Engineer works in a cooperative team environment with the Manufacturing Engineering team in Walton USA and the Design Engineering team in Vélizy FR.

His/her main task is the depth analysis of Boeing's Products Non Conformances in production in orders to highlight those which could be eradicated by part design modifications.

In such way, he/she must put in place a ritual to gather, analyze and sort production's Non Conformances.

Integration milestones and main missions are:

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Familiarize with Wheels & Brakes Products Design and Analysis engineering processes, methods and tools in Vélizy France. (6 months period as a minimum).

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Familiarize with Products manufactured at Walton USA, Wheels & Brakes factory.

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To support Non Conformance in production Pareto's charts by Program; Parts and type of defect family analysis.

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To participate in the Non Conformance's apparition Root Cause Analysis.

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To participate in the production process Statistical Control activities.

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To map Process lack of capability regarding the part design.

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To support Control Plans Optimization activities.

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To write and process Request For Design Change in order to ease part manufacturing.

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To develop and support deployment of Repeat Concession approval process in Walton production site.

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To gather Design For Manufacturing best practice in a guide for Design & Analysis team.

But what else? (advantages, specificities, etc.)

Candidates for positions with Safran Landing Systems 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. 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 Landing Systems 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 e-mail Jeremy.dees@safrangroup.com. We will make a determination on your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis.

Candidate skills & requirements

Candidate skills & requirements

Education: Bachelor's Degree in Aeronautical Mechanical or Manufacturing Engineering Preferred.

IT Skills: Proficiency in the use of common software packages including MS office suite. MS Power BI knowledge would be an advantage.

CAD: Catia V5

Knowledge: Solid understanding of Engineering and Manufacturing, Project Management, Lean Principles.

Other Skills: Capacity to operate in a pluri-disciplinary, inter-cultural and international environment.

Excellent communication, presentation and facilitation skills.

Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work directly with senior leaders.

Able to motivate and influence teams without a direct line of authority.

Practical Knowledge of Quality tools, 8D, 5 Whys, Statistical Process Control, Measurement System Analysis.

Annual salary

$starting at $71,000 annually

Job location

Job location

North America, United States, Kentucky, Walton

City (-ies)

WALTON

Applicant criteria

Minimum education level achieved

Bachelor's Degree

Minimum experience level required

More than 3 years

ITAR Controlled Position: Select "Yes" if role requires U.S. citizenship/permanent residency

Yes