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Objective:
Responsible for performing analytical work and preparation of documents in support of certification of aircraft passenger seat products. Certification Engineer I works under close supervision of a lead certificartion engineer or supervisor/ manager to accomplish the tasks assigned in support of certification programs
Authorities:
Position has the authority to organize daily and weekly workload for them self to meet the established milestones. Demand dates from design engineer and project engineers for drawings to support deliverables. Order test samples as required by the project scope.
Complementary description
Main Function Responsibilities:
A) Preparation of test plans, reports and other necessary documents in support of FAA certification and compliance with Airframe manufacturer requirements.
B) Ensure products comply with FAA TSO requirements
C) Review and sign-off Engineering drawings with proper verification of compliance.
D) Compliance with Safran Seats USA procedures and certification internal procedures.
E) Performs hand calculations and basic computer-based calculations to support analysis
F) Review and understand drawings and FEA reports for risk analysis purposes
G) Coordinate and oversee testing at in-house and outside laboratories to support certification programs
H) Perform failure investigation and support redesign activates as required
I) Performs other duties as assigned by the project lead or Certification Manager to support certification programs.
Job requirements
- Must have a Bachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering, Aerospace Science, Aerospace Safety, Aeronautical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering Technology, Design Engineering, Mechanical and Energy Engineering or a related engineering degree or 12 years equivalent related experience based on education and or experience in lieu of degree.
B. Work Experience - Technical knowledge:
- 1 year of related experience preferred
C. Professional Skills:
- Must have ability to think strategically and solve problems.
- Must be able to operate standard office equipment.
- Must be able to generate technical reports with a minimum typing speed of 25 wpm.
- Must have the ability to analyze engineering drawings.
- Must have the basic understanding of the concept of stress and strain in materials.
- Must be willing to perform tests and some physical work at the test laboratory, as required.
- Must have basic knowledge of CAD software
- Must have basic proficiency with MS office tools
- Must have the ability to generate written communication and to operate required office equipment.
- Ability to read and review written communication.
- Speech and hearing abilities that allow individual to communicate clearly and distinctly in English.
D. Behavioral Skills:
- Must be detail oriented and have sound engineering judgment.
- Must be self-motivated and a self-starter.
E. Desirable Aspects:
- Experience in Aerospace through projects or professional work
- Catia V5, AutoCAD proficiency.
Specificity of the job
International and/or Domestic travel required; less than 1 week per Year.
Safran is an international high-technology group, operating in the aviation (propulsion, equipment and interiors), defence 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 83,000 employees and sales of 19 billion euros in 2022 and holds, alone or in partnership, world or regional leadership positions in its core markets. Safran undertakes research and development programs to maintain the environmental priorities of its R&T and innovation roadmap.
Safran ranks among Forbes magazine's Top 30 best employers in the world.
Safran Seats is a world leader in aircraft passenger and crew seats. One million seats made by the company are now in service worldwide.
Bachelor's Degree
First experience
