Supply Chain Manufacturing Engineer

Supply Chain Manufacturing Engineer

Job details

General information

Entity

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.

Safran Landing Systems is the world leader in landing gear, wheels & brakes, and associated systems for civil and military aircraft and helicopters. We master the entire lifecycle of our products, from design and manufacturing through to maintenance. Did you know that every second, somewhere in the world, an aircraft lands using one of our systems?

Would you like to grow in an international, stimulating and supportive environment within a human-sized company? Join us! Become one of our 8,000 passionate employees worldwide.

Don't meet 100% of the requirements? That's not a barrier for us. Above all, we're looking for creative and committed people!

Reference number

2026-191720

Job details

Domain

Research, design and development

Job field / Job profile

Supply chain - Supply chain engineering

Job title

Supply Chain Manufacturing Engineer

Employment type

Permanent

Professional category

Employees / Staff

Part time / Full time

Full-time

Job description

• Manage and solve technical queries from suppliers and any Manufacturing Engineering issues from all external suppliers, including other Safran sites.

• Support action plans for poor performing Suppliers for all MBD sites as per the “Control of Underperforming Supplier” process

• Participate in multisite Supplier technical reviews with a Safran cross functional team (CFT)

• Review quotes from suppliers for Leadtime and cost per operations. Provide estimates for work scopes

• Approve documents manually and electronically on behalf of Manufacturing for all active Programs

• Attend Change Board Meetings for all active programs as required

• Support Design for Manufacture on New/Old Programs

• Support Engineering product investigations that require Supplier discussion/investigation

• Review drawing before release, attend drawing review meeting

• Create RFDC's for drawing changes for internal and external customers. Monitor and drive RFDC's to closure based on urgency

• Support cost reduction and lessons learned activities between suppliers and SAFRAN

• Support approval of SSC once presented by Purchasing

• Support creating of process matrix for parts/assemblies to determine requirements and necessary approvals. Support on-site technical meeting to ensure Safran requirements are met

• Support/conduct rate readiness audits/load and capacity audits for designated suppliers

• Support Quality System Audits/model base definition audits as required

• Assist with Engineering investigations (liaison between Supplier/Engineering/Procurement/Purchasing)

• Review, update and create PD's, W100R drawing requirements

• Attend work transfer review meeting for manufacturing engineering issues

• Support to Purchasing - ie. can supplier make this part

• Conduct capability studies based on supplier's equipment/tooling

• Arrange and support 3D scanning of forging/Overlay forging models in Catia to check geometry

• Use PDM to approval workflows / Review released files/ Track RFDC status/Revision control

• Use SAP to Monitor status of parts in stock, PO's placed with which supplier

• Use DK6000 and QIS to monitor supplier approvals and supplier concessions

• Support opportunities in developing low-cost suppliers

• Support new technology projects (Additive manufacturing)

• Keep abreast of new technology/processes

Candidate skills & requirements

Skill and Core Competencies:

• A strong background in quality and/or engineering in the aerospace industry are preferred.

• Results oriented and steadfast in ensuring the integrity of the Company's Quality system.

• Strong problem solving with critical thinking, attention to detail, and excellent Judgement/Decision making skills.

• Experienced in/knowledge of machining, NDT, special processing and assembly of landing gear parts and assembly processes.

• Experience in/knowledge of raw materials and forgings processes.

• Previous supplier auditing experience desired – facilities, equipment, machining, metal treatment, load-capacity

• Good computer (Microsoft office products and Catia), analytical, statistical and interpretative skills.

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, with constantly changing priorities.

• Ability and willingness to complete work on a fixed and demanding schedule and follow up on outstanding issues in a timely fashion.

• Ability to work flexible hours and travel frequently.

• Ability to work safely, adhering to any Health and Safety policy as well as maintaining a high level of 5S for a clean and safe work environment.

• Ability to read drawings and understand / work in or with Catia models though our PLM system.

• Ability to Present audit findings to Suppliers personnel.

• Ability to use measuring instruments for inspection purposes.

• Strong Negotiation skills, time management skills and problem-solving skills

Education and/or Certifications:

University Degree in Mechanical Engineering or similar in addition to five to ten years of industry experience

Specialized Knowledge:

A strong Manufacturing Engineering background in the Aerospace or Automotive industry is preferred. Basic understanding of Aerospace spec's, raw material grades, NDT, H/T, and special processing part requirements for various class levels of parts. Familiarity of Landing gear manufacturing and Assembly practices and Tooling requirements. Working knowledge of Catia or similar 3D design software. Knowledge of measuring instruments to be used and when, as well as test equipment required for specific applications and extensive working knowledge of hydraulic and electrical components

Communication Skills:

Superior communication skills for all levels of management.

Salary: $78,100 to $97,600

Reason for Recruitment: Newly created position

Feeling hesitant because you don't meet all of the job requirements? Don't be! Safran Landing Systems (SafranLS) is committed to creating an inclusive, diverse and equitable team and encourages all applicants to apply. If you love a challenge and want to work in an exciting, high-tech environment, we want to hear from you.

We see diversity as a means to leverage creativity, collective performance and innovation.

Job location

Job location

North America, Canada, Ontario, Toronto

City (-ies)

Ontario

Applicant criteria

Minimum education level achieved

Bachelor's Degree

Minimum experience level required

More than 5 years