A leading aircraft seat manufacturer in Gainesville, Texas, is looking for a Manufacturing Engineer. This role involves managing the technical development of products, collaborating across teams, and ensuring quality standards are met throughout production. Requirements include a B.S. degree in a technical field and strong knowledge of production methods. Join us in creating safer and more comfortable air travel. #J-18808-Ljbffr
See More Details >>Position: Manufacturing Engineer 2 (Industrialization Leader) - Machining and Sheet metal Manufacturing Engineer (Industrialization Leader) - Machining and Sheet metal Company: Safran Seats • Job field: Industrial Engineering • Location: Gainesville, Texas, United States • Contract type: Permanent • Contract duration: Full-time • Required degree: Bachelor's Degree • Required experience: First experience • Professional status: Professional, Engineer & Manager • Salary range: Based on market data. Job Description As a member of Safran Seats, you contribute to providing over one million seats to airlines worldwide, ensuring superior quality, comfort, and innovation. Your role involves collaborating with a team to develop high-value solutions for passengers and crews. Safran is one of the few OEMs offering a comprehensive range of passenger seats, from economy to first class, allowing you to take pride in creating impressive seating options for various needs. • Industrialization Leader – The Industrialization Leader is responsible for the technical review and preparation of new products, ensuring they reach the production phase on time and of good quality. They support manufacturing and processes to lead the successful industrialization of new products, ensuring cost-effectiveness and quality adherence. They collaborate with cross-functional teams to bring products from conception through to first article validation and to the production phase. They work under close supervision and with the support of their team. • Main Function Responsibilities: Within the manufacturing engineer job description, there are 2 separate job functions. Typically an employee will perform one or the other, not both. Both functions are described within. • A) Industrialization Leader 1- • i) Manage the technical development of a product from conception to production • ii) Utilize core tools such as PFMEA, DFMA, control plans, etc. • iii) Collaborate with engineering, operations, tooling and other departments to resolve issues and improve processes • iv) Review and approve or reject engineering drawings in accordance with internal DFM guidelines and requirements • v) Create and maintain detailed work instructions • vi) Ensure design and process are sufficient to produce the quality of product required by internal and external standards • vii) Support production areas, fabrication and final assembly, when new product is being launched to quickly address and correct issues that may arise • viii) Recommend changes to designs, tolerances, or processing methods to resolve production issues • ix) Design and develop the process as necessary to produce the product at the volume and quality required • x) Attend design reviews and provide relevant feedback for manufacturability • xi) Support engineering as necessary through development phase (collaboration, drawing review, etc.) • For DEV process, Industrialization Leader is responsible for: Contributing to and participating in PBS reviews. Preparing and presenting Industrialization Reviews to Program Industrial Manager.Job Requirements • Education & Qualification: B.S degree in a related technical field (e.g.: Industrial Engineer, Mechanical Engineer, Manufacturing Engineer/Technology, Aeronautics Engineer, or Electrical Engineer) or an Associate degree with 6 years related experience or 12 years of job related experience • Work Experience - Technical knowledge: One to three years of manufacturing experience preferred but not required; Catia or design modeling a plus • Professional Skills: Must have basic knowledge of production methods, process capabilities, tooling processes, and manufacturing processes; must be capable of preparing well-written reports; basic knowledge of manufacturing and related operations; knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles preferred; strong knowledge of Microsoft Office; ability to read and review written communication; English language clarity • Behavioral Skills: Able to work collaboratively with cross functional teams; able to maintain an organized workspace and calendar; able to approach problems analytically and creatively • Desirable Aspects: APQP, D&PFMEA, Control Plan, etc.; CATIA V.5, CAD Modeling experience; Problem SolvingCompany 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 Seats is one of the world s leading manufacturers of aircraft seats, for both crew and passengers. 1 million Safran Seats-manufactured aircraft seats are currently in service with air fleets around the world. Locate your future workplace 2000 Weber Dr TX 76240 Gainesville Texas United States #J-18808-Ljbffr
See More Details >>Becoming a sheet metal worker in Gainesville, TX, typically begins with an apprenticeship, combining hands-on experience with classroom learning, allowing individuals to earn while they learn. Apprenticeships last about three to five years, requiring approximately 8,000 hours of training under licensed professionals. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reports 126,200 sheet metal workers nationwide, with a projected 0.2% job growth from 2022 to 2032. Apprentices in Texas earn an average of $541 per week, with experienced professionals earning up to $661 per week. Trade schools, unions, and platforms like Gild help aspiring sheet metal workers find apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a career with strong earning potential.
