Design Engineer

Job description

Safran is an international high-technology group, operating in the aircraft propulsion and equipment, space and defense markets. Safran has a global presence, with more than 92,000 employees and sales of 21 billion euros in 2018. Working alone or in partnership, Safran holds world or European leadership positions in its core markets. Safran undertakes Research & Development programs to meet fast-changing market requirements, with total R&D expenditures of around 1.5 billion euros in 2018.

Safran is ranked among the Top 100 Global Innovators by Thomson Reuters and is featured on the 'Happy at work' rankings. The Group places fourth on the Universum ranking for the favorite companies of newly-qualified engineers in France.

Safran Aerosystems is a world leader in aircraft electrical distribution, inflatable safety and water and waste management systems. It is also a major supplier of oxygen systems, telemetry and communication solutions, in-flight entertainment systems or fuel systems.

“Design Engineer: Under the direct supervision of the engineering manager, develop and prototype new aerospace components and systems, as directed, as a member of the engineering team. Create models in CATIA/Inventor and AutoCAD. Analyze and develop customer documentation. Plan and perform operational and stress tests on models and prototypes of aerospace components and systems to ensure it meets Safran, customer and aerospace standards and requirements. Create and revise technical documentation for use by engineering and technical staff during the manufacturing process. Work in collaboration with the engineering development team to investigate design criteria and test materials.

Must have a Bachelor’s degree in Process Engineering and two years of experience creating designs for aerospace components using CATIA/Inventor and AutoCAD.

Please send your cover letter, resume and references to HR, Safran/Zodiac Interconnect U.S., Inc., 3780 Flightline Drive, Santa Rosa, CA 95403. No calls please.”

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