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Safran Project Manager in Grand Prairie, Texas
Project Manager
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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 Helicopter Engines is the world's leading manufacturer of helicopter engines, with more than 75,000 produced since being founded. It offers the widest range of helicopter turboshafts in the world and has more than 2,500 customers in 155 countries.
Reference number
2026-173279
Job details
Domain
Programs / Customer Relations
Job field / Job profile
Programs - Program manager level 3
Job title
Project Manager
Employment type
Permanent
Professional category
Employees / Staff
Part time / Full time
Full-time
Job description
Summary of Job Purpose:
Oversee the planning, execution and delivery of projects across Safran Power Units Dallas. This role will also lead the planning, execution, monitoring and delivery of Safran Power Units Dallas programs.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Project Manager:
• Manage the new product installation budget.
• Interface with Safran Power Units Toulouse as well as local contractors to ensure seamless establishment of site expansion and new industrial means: engine test benches and component test benches (hydraulic/electrical) and the new tools necessary for ramp-up
• During the development phase, ensure the smooth running of the co-engineering phase, the manufacturing, and the achievement of program objectives.
Program Manager:
• Ensure overall success of Safran Power Units Dallas program operations and activities that adhere to contractual terms.
• Guide cross-functional team members and exercise program and project management best practices to address program risks, configuration and process changes, customer requests, and manage available resources and budget.
• Prepares reports required to support customer and company operations.
• Follow- up on products performance and monitor product development and field issues.
• Actively collect product reliability data from the field, analyze reliability trend and shop finding reports for technical issues
• Maintains program schedule by monitoring the progress; coordinating activities; resolving problems.
• Interface with Safran Power Units Toulouse as well as local contractors to ensure seamless establishment of site expansion and new industrial means: engine test benches and component test benches (hydraulic/electrical) and the new tools.
Required Competencies; Education / Knowledge / Skills and Abilities:
• 7 years of related experience and a bachelor's degree in Business and or Engineering or related field.
• Knowledge of internal and/or external supply chain principles and organization.
• Good understanding of the industrialization process and management tools (PLM, ERP, etc.)
• Knowledge of turbomachine design and parts manufacturing / repairing (machining, forging, heat and surface treatments).
• Knowledge of professional practices, sources of information, and applicable rules and regulations (FAA, EASA, ITAR, etc.).
• Understanding of assembly, testing, and repair ranges
• Proficiency with project management tools
• SAP knowledge is a plus
• Proficiency in French is a plus
• Travel required 20%, including internationally.
But what else? (advantages, specificities, etc.)
Physical Requirements:
• While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stand and walk.
• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.
Additional Information:
• The duties and responsibilities described are not a comprehensive list and that additional tasks may be assigned to the employee from time to time; or
• The scope of the job may change as necessitated by business demands.
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.
Annual salary
TBD based on empierce.
Job location
Job location
North America, United States, Texas
City (-ies)
2709 North Forum Drive TX 75052 Grand Prairie
Applicant criteria
Minimum education level achieved
Bachelor's Degree
Minimum experience level required
More than 8 years
ITAR Controlled Position: Select "Yes" if role requires U.S. citizenship/permanent residency
Yes