• Airframer Support Engineer F/H

    Safran (Seattle, WA)


    Airframer Support Engineer F/H

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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 Aircraft Engines designs, produces and sells, alone or in partnership, commercial and military aircraft engines offering world-class performance, reliability and environmental compliance. Through CFM International*, Safran Aircraft Engines is the world's leading supplier of engines for single-aisle mainline commercial jets.

     

    * CFM International is a 50/50 joint venture between Safran Aircraft Engines and GE Aerospace

     

    Because we are convinced that each talent counts, we value and encourage applications from people with disabilities for our job opportunities.

     

    Reference number

     

    2025-163637

    Job details

    Job title

     

    Airframer Support Engineer F/H

     

    Employment type

     

    Permanent

     

    Professional category

     

    Professional, Engineer & Manager

     

    Part time / Full time

     

    Full-time

    Job description

    Based in Boeing Final Assembly Line and Delivery Center in Seattle, Washington, the Airframer Support Engineer will join CFM/GE on-site team to support the operation of assigned engines (CFM56-7, GE90 and LEAP-1B) in the aircrafts production and delivery process.

     

    He/she will interface with Boeing teams and customers to provide on-site assistance, technical assessment and maintenance coordination regarding all engine related issues. Attending major production and delivery phases, the Airframer Support Engineer will anticipate questions, handle customer requests and ensure CFM interests.

     

    Acting as a representative of Safran Aircraft Engines, he/she will pay special attention to help dealing with Safran AE parts issues and will act proactively to ease their closure (technical, quality, logistic…).

     

    The Airframer Support Engineer will establish and maintain a climate of confidence and trust with Airframer and Customers in order to understand their needs, address their concerns and improve their satisfaction relative to the Production & Delivery Support.

     

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

    The main missions under the responsibility of the Airframer Support Engineer consist in the following:

    - Be the front Office for all customers' requests

     

    - Support investigations (root cause analysis, troubleshooting) and items closure in relation with Back Office (Assembly line, Quality, Engineering, Supply Chain and Program).

     

    - Record all information required within information systems,

     

    - Ensure regular and complete reporting of activities within GE/CFM teams

     

    - Review, analyze, and make recommendations regarding engine issues to ensure an improved satisfaction of customers.

     

    Candidate skills & requirements

     

    The job requires strong oral and written communication skills, excellent relationship (Partner, Airframer and Customer interfaces) and team spirit. Candidate should be able to make formal presentations to all levels of the organization, customers and peers and react in a highly exposed and tense environment.

     

    Solid knowledge of mechanics and engine functioning are required, as well as technical expertise in engine assembly and maintenance documentations.

     

    The job also requires great availability and flexibility (shift organization, on call support) to accommodate planning constraints & changes imposed by the Customer.

     

    Leadership, reactivity and organization are key skills for this role.

     

    Job location

     

    Job location

     

    North America, United States, Washington, Seattle/Sterling

     

    City (-ies)

     

    Seattle

     

    Applicant criteria

     

    Minimum education level achieved

     

    Master Degree

     

    Minimum experience level required

     

    More than 5 years

     

    Additional Languages preferred

     

    English (Fluent)