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Systems Engineer 1

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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 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.

Reference number

2025-162228

Job details

Domain

Research, design and development

Job field / Job profile

Mechanics - Mechanical part or subassembly design

Job title

Systems Engineer 1

Employment type

Permanent

Professional category

Professional, Engineer & Manager

Part time / Full time

Full-time

Job description

As a member of the Safran Seats business, you play a major role in teamwork that provides over one million seats to major airlines worldwide. Our commitment to superior quality, comfort and innovation ensure that you can take pride in doing meaningful work that supports the needs of passengers and crews alike.

1. Occupational Summary (Position Objective & Authorities)

Objective:

Under close supervision, assist in managing product requirements and specifications during the product development cycle. Support validation and verification activities to help ensure requirements are met. Work with team members to understand customer and stakeholder needs and help define basic system performance and integration requirements.

2. Essential Functions (Duties and Responsibilities)

A) Assist in documenting requirements for engineering projects to ensure they are clear and traceable.

B) Support the collection and organization of requirements from internal and external stakeholders.

C) Participate in requirements reviews with team members and subject matter experts.

D) Assist in tracking verification and validation tasks to support project timelines and goals.

E) Assist in preparing product verification plans under guidance from senior team members.

F) Provide updates on the status of requirements and validation activities as needed.

G) Assist in creating and updating product specification documents.

H) Work with the engineering team to document changes when project scope or requirements change.

I) Assist in reviewing change requests and documenting their impact on existing requirements.

J) Performs other duties as assigned.

Candidate skills & requirements

3. Qualification Requirements

A. Education & Qualification-

• Must have a Bachelor of Engineering degree in Material Science, Aeronautical, Aerospace, Mechanical, Mechanical Engineering Technology, Manufacturing, Industrial, Electrical, or Systems Engineering, or 12 years equivalent related experience in lieu of degree.

B. Work Experience - Technical knowledge-

• Preferred 1 year of experience in an engineering-related field, Systems Engineering, Requirements Management or Requirements Validation and Verification.

C. Professional Skills-

• Willing to learn how to translate product requirements into product specifications and assist with creating compliance matrices under guidance.

• Basic ability to read and understand 2D engineering drawings and 3D CAD models, with support from senior team members.

• Able to create simple written communications (e.g., emails, reports) and use standard office equipment (e.g., computer, printer).

• Able to read and understand basic technical documents and instructions.

• Possesses clear verbal communication skills in English to work effectively with the team.

D. Behavioral Skills-

• Able to work collaboratively as part of a team, including with team members in different locations and cultural backgrounds.

• Willing to learn and develop relationship-building skills.

• Open to working in situations where instructions may be evolving or incomplete, with guidance from others.

• Willing to support team initiatives and contribute to project goals.

• Able to manage basic tasks and assist with multiple responsibilities as needed.

• Demonstrates a willingness to learn and apply structured problem-solving techniques with support.

E. Desirable Aspects-

• Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP)

• Design Failure Mode and Effect Analysis (DFMEA)

• Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE).

• DOORS, CAMEO, SIMULINK, or similar requirements management and system modeling tools.

• CATIA V5, Smarteam.

• Microsoft Office suite.

4. Travel-

Occasional domestic and/or international travel (up to 5%).

SAFRAN is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status

Annual salary

Based on market data.

Job location

Job location

North America, United States, Texas

City (-ies)

Gainesville

Applicant criteria

Minimum education level achieved

Bachelor's Degree

Minimum experience level required

First experience