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Safran Material and Special Processes Quality Assurance Engineer in Walton, Kentucky
Material and Special Processes Quality Assurance Engineer
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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 Landing Systems is the world leader in landing gear, wheels & brakes, and associated systems for civil and military aircraft, as well as helicopters. Did you know that every second, somewhere in the world, an aircraft lands thanks to our products?
Looking to grow in a stimulating, supportive, and people-focused company? Above all, we are seeking creative and committed individuals—so come and join our 8,000 passionate employees!
Reference number
2026-176890
Job details
Domain
Performance and Support
Job field / Job profile
Quality - Supplier quality assurance
Job title
Material and Special Processes Quality Assurance Engineer
Employment type
Permanent
Professional category
Professional, Engineer & Manager
Part time / Full time
Full-time
Job description
POWERED BY TEAMWORK. Are you ready to be part of a team that drives big ideas and even bigger wins? At Safran, we believe in the power of both collaboration and individual contributions. We understand that it takes diverse perspectives, problem-solving skills, dependability, and trust to push each other forward and achieve great success. For us, working here is more than just a job; it's a passion. There's the unique opportunity to lead the way in aerospace and defense and contribute to creating a safer and more sustainable world.
We trust our employees to bring bold ideas to build the future of aerospace together, contributing to our ranking by TIME as the leading Aerospace & Defense company on the 2023 World's Best Companies list (#59 on the full list). Join our team and become part of the group that's making amazing things happen on the ground and in the skies. Together, we'll proudly step back and say, “We did that."
This open Position will be located at our Walton Kentucky site for a Special Processes Quality Assurance Engineer, as support of Wheels
& Brakes (WB) and Systems & Equipment Divisions.
Linked to Material and Special Processes Quality Assurance Manager, you will be in charge of
the qualification, validation and improvement of Special Processes (SP) applied on Safran LS
WB parts.
In this context, you should have the skills to :
- Pilot the qualification and monitor the WB supply chain (internal and external), in SP
(chemical processes and Non Destructive Testing commodities mainly) in America aera
- Technically support the internal and external Supply Chain in the industrial validation process
of development and serial production (Formalization of technical requirements - validation
program including risk analysis and results validation)
- With consistency to purchasing strategy, accompany the deployment of new processes,
transfers ad new industrializations
- Be a main player in SP non conformities treatment : root cause and transversalization (8D),
identification and implementation of appropriate solutions to prevent non conformity
- Contribute to SP robustness improvement from study to manufacturing (PFMEA), taking into
account the Safran LS features
- Technically assess the new sources identified by purchasing
But what else? (advantages, specificities, etc.)
Candidates for positions with Safran Landing Systems 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. This description 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. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic data or other legally protected status. Safran Landing Systems is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. To verify the information in the job listing or if you need special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment, please e-mail Jeremy.dees@safrangroup.com. We will make a determination on your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis.
Candidate skills & requirements
Your role as a specialist of Special Processes (Anodization, paint, shot peening, NDT,...)
You are auditor in Special Processes
You master tools like 8D, PFMEA
You demonstrate rigor, organization and are autonomous in your job
You have interpersonal skills, team spirit and a good negotiations capacity
Business trips to be expected, specially in USA America zone
Availability needed (poor visibility on travels planning)
Annual salary
Starting at $79,000 annually
Job location
Job location
North America, United States, Kentucky, Walton
City (-ies)
WALTON
Applicant criteria
Minimum education level achieved
Master Degree
Minimum experience level required
More than 5 years
ITAR Controlled Position: Select "Yes" if role requires U.S. citizenship/permanent residency
Yes