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Bonding Process Engineer M/F

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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 Cabin designs, certifies, manufactures and supports innovative aircraft cabin interiors, equipment and systems, providing airlines and OEM Customers with distinctive aircraft branding, and their passengers with a safe, comfortable and enjoyable flying experience.

Reference number

2025-162647

Job details

Domain

Production

Job field / Job profile

Industrial engineering - Ndt processes engineering

Job title

Bonding Process Engineer M/F

Employment type

Permanent

Professional category

Professional, Engineer & Manager

Part time / Full time

Full-time

Job description

• Perform technical analysis on materials for the Bonding process that demonstrates production constraints and recognize opportunities

• Evaluate the current state of industrial capacity and capability relative to material requirements & propose changes to program plans to ensure that production cost, quality and delivery objectives can be met.

• Work with manufacturing leaders to established process documents and using materials for the Bonding process specification.

• Create and update materials and process standards/specifications to support engineering and manufacturing practices, including establishing certification and recertification criteria

• Innovate and evaluate new material for use in the Bonding process

• Review, approve and document usage of material specification, cabin and industrial standards for the Bonding process .

• Implement best practices related to the Bonding process ; ensure standardization, and develop related documentation and training

• Travel to other Safran sites with similar processes to learn, document, and deploy best practices internally

• Develop and implement next generation processes, prepare advance technology, and transition from manual processes towards automation when applicable

• Measure performance across products/programs in these processes and work with Production staff to address and solve problems

• Train Production staff on new the Bonding process

• Serve as the Safran Cabin site expert for the Bonding process , with the willingness to join the Safran Expert network as an expert

• Act as the focal for Industrialization on the Bonding process as required during the development of our products ensuring that the best practices, materials, and processes are used in our designs

• Champion and implement Lean principles to improve process performance and capability

• Lead and participate in Kaizen and workshop events to develop improvement plans

• Identify, evaluate, and mitigate risks and possible failures within the Bonding process

• Process Development: Conduct tests, trials, and analysis to substantiate the performance and reliability of the bonding process, including bond strength, durability, and environmental resistance. Document the results and create technical reports.

• Ergonomics: Consider ergonomic factors in the design and implementation of bonding processes to ensure operator comfort, safety, and efficiency.

• Bonding Compound Selection: Collaborate with material specialists and suppliers to select appropriate bonding compounds, adhesives, or sealants based on performance requirements, material compatibility, and regulatory compliance.

• Standardization: Develop and maintain standardized procedures, work instructions, and specifications for the application of bonding compounds, ensuring consistency and reliability across production.

• Training and Education: Provide training to production personnel on proper bonding techniques, including surface preparation, com

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

Reporting to Industrialization leadership, as part of the Process Engineering branch, and working with the Engineering and Operations teams, the Bonding Process Specialist focuses on the assembly and integration of composite structures using chemical or mechanical means. They will lead the standardization and optimization of this process across Safran Cabin site. This position will help ensure best practices implementation in these production processes. They will monitor this processes' performance and help develop next generation processes, including automation

Candidate skills & requirements

Education: BS in Industrial, Aeronautical, Mechanical Engineering or Manufacturing Engineering

Experience: Minimum 7 years' experience with composites, the Bonding process

Computer Skills: Basic knowledge Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)

Other Skills:

• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal

• Ability to establish collaborative relationships to achieve objectives

• Ability to work independently and follow through on assignments with limited direction; ability to work within and lead in a team oriented environment

• Excellent attention to detail

• Project management experience

• Experience in manufacturing process set-up or adaptation

• Experience in problem solving and risk management

Additional Preferred Qualifications/Skills: (not required)

• MS degree in Materials or Industrial Processes

• Structured problem solving (QRQC, 8D, etc.)

• Lean Sigma (DMAIC)

• Experience with Industrialization processes, PFMEA or DFMEA, and Continuous Improvement Tools

Annual salary

$68,640 - $99,660 USD

Job location

Job location

North America, United States, California

City (-ies)

2641 Airpark Drive CA 93455 Santa Maria

Applicant criteria

Minimum education level achieved

Bachelor's Degree

Minimum experience level required

More than 8 years

Additional Languages preferred

English (Fluent)