• Aftermarket Project Engineer 1

    Safran (Garden Grove, CA)


    Aftermarket Project Engineer 1

    Job details

    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

     

    2025-167402

    Job details

    Domain

     

    Research, design and development

     

    Job field / Job profile

     

    Passenger and crew experience - Passenger and crew experience

     

    Job title

     

    Aftermarket Project Engineer 1

     

    Employment type

     

    Permanent

     

    Professional category

     

    Professional, Engineer & Manager

     

    Part time / Full time

     

    Full-time

    Job description

    Here, we craft excellence together. Your mission? Making the journey the most enjoyable part of the trip.

     

    Join our first-class team to reinvent in-flight experience. In the role of Project Engineer you'll play a pivotal part on our engineering team.

     

    The Aftermarket Project Engineer 1 supports the execution of retrofit and modification programs related to aircraft interiors, primarily through Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) projects, sustaining engineering, and customer support initiatives. This position involves project planning, cross-functional coordination, engineering support, and risk management in compliance with FAA/EASA certification requirements.

     

    1. Actively contribute to STC retrofit and modification project teams, facilitating clear communication between engineering, certification, customer support, and production teams. Coordinate with line managers to allocate the appropriate technical resources and skillsets needed for project execution.

    2. Support the preparation of technical and financial proposals for STC and interior modification projects, providing engineering input for quotes and contributing to cost and schedule estimates aligned with aftermarket business objectives

    3. Ensure configuration control and documentation traceability by supporting the creation and maintenance of project reference systems (e.g., engineering drawing lists, ECR/ECOs, compliance checklists, FAA/EASA approvals) in accordance with airworthiness regulations.

    4. Develop and maintain project schedules and key performance indicators (KPIs) specific to aftermarket engineering activities, including engineering release timelines, certification deliverables, and customer support metrics.

    5. Collaborate with senior engineers and project leads by applying standardized project management practices (e.g., issue tracking, program dashboards, certification roadmaps) in alignment with regulatory and customer requirements

    6. Support technical decision-making for cabin interiors modifications, including material selection, part redesign, and engineering substantiation—working closely with design, certification, and production engineering teams.

    7. Proactively identify engineering and certification risks and opportunities, such as schedule delays, material lead time issues, or potential scope changes impacting STC deliverables and customer expectations.

    8. Participate in or support technical task forces to resolve roadblocks in sustaining engineering or in-service issues, including retrofit installation challenges and customer-reported cabin discrepancies.

    9. Contribute to program and engineering milestone reviews, providing input on readiness for PDRs, CDRs, conformity inspections, or installation support, ensuring aftermarket and in-service requirements are met.

     

    Candidate skills & requirements

     

    Education: Bachelor's degree or equivalent, in Engineering or related field

     

    Experience: Minimum 1 year related experience in aerospace or engineering project management

    Computer Skills:

    • Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and CAD & PLM Systems

    • Basic knowledge of Project management tools

    1. Does require fluent communication in English language.

    2. Employment Status may be part-time, full-time, or temporary.

    3. Traveling is required.

    4. Protracted or irregular hours may be required.

     

    This job posting has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by an employee within this position. The actual duties, responsibilities and qualifications may vary based on assignment or group.

     

    Annual salary

     

    $68K - $97K/yr USD

     

    Job location

     

    Job location

     

    North America, United States, California

     

    City (-ies)

     

    7330 Lincoln Way CA 92841 Garden Grove

     

    Applicant criteria

     

    Minimum education level achieved

     

    Bachelor's Degree

     

    Minimum experience level required

    First experience

    Additional Languages preferred

     

    English (Fluent)

     

    ITAR Controlled Position: Select "Yes" if role requires U.S. citizenship/permanent residency

     

    Yes