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Published 09.03.2026

Company :

Safran Seats Job field : Project management

Location :

Gainesville , Texas , United States Contract type : Permanent Contract duration : Full-time Required degree : Bachelor's Degree Required experience : More than 5 years Professional status : Professional, Engineer & Manager Salary range : based on experience Published 09.03.2026 Job Description A glimpse at the job:

HERE, WE CRAFT EXCELLENCE TOGETHER.

At Safran, we believe in sustainable career journeys, collaboration as a cornerstone of innovation, and the freedom to explore diverse career paths. As a Project Engineer, you'll contribute to meaningful projects that shape the future of aerospace. This position contributes to our vision by:  Develop engineering schedules that support the organization's requirements, airframe and customer requirements.  Ensure the engineering budget is maintained.  Engages with internal resources to ensure fulfillment of the project. This will include acquiring commitments from functional leaders for the needed resource allocations.  Collaborate with other project engineers.  Monitor project performance while documenting and working with the team to solve any problems that arise, ensuring that the project remains on schedule and delivers high-quality product to the customer on-time and within budget.  Monitor and tracks project changes to ensure the non-recurring budgets are revised appropriately.  Coordinate project completion with the affected groups.

What we offer:

 Competitive salaries Paid holidays Recognition programs Comprehensive benefits Retirement (401K) plans with employer match Professional development opportunities Tuition assistance Over 300 career paths across global sites Highlights from our facility: Safran Seats in Gainesville, Texas, plays a big role in making top-notch aircraft seats for airlines around the world. The team here is known for their know-how and dedication to building comfortable, reliable seats for both commercial and business planes. With a focus on quality and new ideas, the Gainesville facility helps keep Safran at the forefront of the aviation seating industry, working closely with airlines and aircraft makers to deliver seats passengers appreciate. Join Safran Seats. Here we craft excellence together. Job Requirements At Safran Seats, we value service-oriented team players who demonstrate strong interpersonal skills, a positive attitude, and the ability to adapt to our dynamic, innovative environment. 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. Plus requires 5 years of experience in engineering related field, at least 2 of those years must be experience managing projects. Applicable experience may be acquired prior to, during, or following completion of degree. Proven expertise in leading multiple projects. Experience developing and maintaining project plans, resource models, risk logs, issue logs, status reports, and other project-related assets. Strong relationship management skills including negotiation, conflict management, and managing multiple objectives. Strong sense of accountability and ownership; understanding the project engineer role as it pertains to the project team and working with moderate supervision. Must have intermediate design skills Must have proven problem solving skills Knowledgeable in budget management Knowledgeable in Risk Management Have understanding of Scope Management Proficient with MS Office Preferred knowledge in earned Value Management Across all team members, we are looking for the following attributes: Innovative & Curious Collaborative & Inclusive Committed to Safety Trustworthy Results Focused Driven to Excellence Powered by Teamwork This description outlines the general nature and level of work for this position. Duties, responsibilities, and qualifications may vary by assignment or group. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status. Safran Seats is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. For verification or accommodation requests, please email [email protected] or call 940-363-2068. We will make a determination on your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis. Candidates for positions with Safran Seats must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Employment eligibility verification will be required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position Relocation assistance may be offered for this position. Company Information Safran is an international high-technology group operating in the fields of aerospace (propulsion, equipment and interiors), space and defense. Its mission is to contribute sustainably to a safer world, where air transport becomes ever more environmentally friendly, comfortable and accessible. Present on every continent, the Group employs 110,000 people and generated €31.3 billion in revenue in 2025. Safran holds, either independently or through partnerships, leading global or European positions in its markets. Safran was ranked second in the Aerospace & Defense sector in TIME magazine's ""World's Best Companies 2025"" ranking. With more than one million seats installed across the fleets of the world's leading airlines, Safran Seats is one of the global leaders in passenger, crew, aircraft and helicopter seating, delivering innovative, high value-added solutions. Locate your future workplace 2000 Weber Dr

TX 76240

Gainesville Texas United States