Wheels & Brakes Pre-Development Project Manager
Apply NowCompany: Safran
Location: Ashland, KY 41105
Description:
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 92,000 employees and sales of 23.2 billion euros in 2023, 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 is in the 1st place in the aerospace and defense industry in TIME magazine's "World's best companies 2023" ranking.
Number 1 in aircraft landing and braking systems, Safran Landing Systems equips the commercial, regional, business and military fleets of more than 25 key airframers. Its expertise covers the entire life cycle of its products, from design and manufacturing to maintenance and repair.
Reference number
2025-151394
Job details
Domain
Programs / Customer Relations
Job field / Job profile
Programs - Program manager level 1
Job title
Wheels & Brakes Pre-Development Project Manager
Employment type
Permanent
Professional category
Professional, Engineer & Manager
Part time / Full time
Full-time
Job description
Job Description
A glimpse at the job:
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). In the role of Manufacturing Engineer III you'll play a pivotal part in problem resolution. You'll have the opportunity to act as a subject matter expert in using Lean or Six Sigma principles to optimize existing processes to ensure production of cost effective and quality products. 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 position contributes to our vision by:
The range of missions will allow the candidate to work on high-tech products, acquire or strengthen their overall vision of aerospace equipment development, and be at the heart of Pre-Development dynamics.
Leading the pre-development of mechanical assemblies in response to requests for information/proposals (RFI/RFP) to win new markets.
Monitoring development processes related to Pre-Development and contributing to meeting cost/quality and deadline objectives.
Facilitating the integration of innovations into future developments.
Additional description
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
**The mission includes the following activities**:
Defining and implementing the Pre-Development plan according to Safran's standard development process. Drafting or having internal and client-expected documents drafted.
Leading and coordinating the project team and cross-functional resources.
Ensuring project scheduling and capacity in project and cross-functional team resources. Updating project management indicators.
Interfacing with Sales/Programs, supporting them in client interactions.
Interfacing with other LGI/SE divisions and the ATA32 system architects team.
Facilitating the transition from pre-development to the development team.
Occasionally supporting Research & Technology (R&T).
Contributing to the consolidation of best practices and improving the state of the art in the field.
Relocation assistance is not offered for this position.
Job Requirements
Engineering degree in mechanics or a generalist, or a university master's degree.
Solid experience in managing technical projects in the aerospace industry.
Open to change, agile, dynamic, organized, and enjoys working in a multidisciplinary team
Good interpersonal skills enabling representation of the Technical Directorate to our clients.
Cross-functional management skills.
Strong synthesis capacity.
Fluent in English (reading, writing, speaking)
Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint.
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, ethnicity, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, 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 or call: . We will make a determination on your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis.
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.
This position requires access to technologies and hardware subject to US national security based export control requirements. All applicants must be US Citizens, or otherwise authorized by the U.S. Government. No company sponsorship will be offered.
Annual salary
Starting at $100,000 USD annually
Job location
Job location
North America, United States, Kentucky
City (-ies)
Carbon Way, Comt de Boone KY 41094 Walton, Kentucky
Applicant criteria
Minimum education level achieved
Bachelor's Degree
Minimum experience level required
More than 5 years
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 92,000 employees and sales of 23.2 billion euros in 2023, 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 is in the 1st place in the aerospace and defense industry in TIME magazine's "World's best companies 2023" ranking.
Number 1 in aircraft landing and braking systems, Safran Landing Systems equips the commercial, regional, business and military fleets of more than 25 key airframers. Its expertise covers the entire life cycle of its products, from design and manufacturing to maintenance and repair.
Reference number
2025-151394
Job details
Domain
Programs / Customer Relations
Job field / Job profile
Programs - Program manager level 1
Job title
Wheels & Brakes Pre-Development Project Manager
Employment type
Permanent
Professional category
Professional, Engineer & Manager
Part time / Full time
Full-time
Job description
Job Description
A glimpse at the job:
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). In the role of Manufacturing Engineer III you'll play a pivotal part in problem resolution. You'll have the opportunity to act as a subject matter expert in using Lean or Six Sigma principles to optimize existing processes to ensure production of cost effective and quality products. 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 position contributes to our vision by:
The range of missions will allow the candidate to work on high-tech products, acquire or strengthen their overall vision of aerospace equipment development, and be at the heart of Pre-Development dynamics.
Leading the pre-development of mechanical assemblies in response to requests for information/proposals (RFI/RFP) to win new markets.
Monitoring development processes related to Pre-Development and contributing to meeting cost/quality and deadline objectives.
Facilitating the integration of innovations into future developments.
Additional description
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
**The mission includes the following activities**:
Defining and implementing the Pre-Development plan according to Safran's standard development process. Drafting or having internal and client-expected documents drafted.
Leading and coordinating the project team and cross-functional resources.
Ensuring project scheduling and capacity in project and cross-functional team resources. Updating project management indicators.
Interfacing with Sales/Programs, supporting them in client interactions.
Interfacing with other LGI/SE divisions and the ATA32 system architects team.
Facilitating the transition from pre-development to the development team.
Occasionally supporting Research & Technology (R&T).
Contributing to the consolidation of best practices and improving the state of the art in the field.
Relocation assistance is not offered for this position.
Job Requirements
Engineering degree in mechanics or a generalist, or a university master's degree.
Solid experience in managing technical projects in the aerospace industry.
Open to change, agile, dynamic, organized, and enjoys working in a multidisciplinary team
Good interpersonal skills enabling representation of the Technical Directorate to our clients.
Cross-functional management skills.
Strong synthesis capacity.
Fluent in English (reading, writing, speaking)
Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint.
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, ethnicity, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, 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 or call: . We will make a determination on your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis.
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.
This position requires access to technologies and hardware subject to US national security based export control requirements. All applicants must be US Citizens, or otherwise authorized by the U.S. Government. No company sponsorship will be offered.
Annual salary
Starting at $100,000 USD annually
Job location
Job location
North America, United States, Kentucky
City (-ies)
Carbon Way, Comt de Boone KY 41094 Walton, Kentucky
Applicant criteria
Minimum education level achieved
Bachelor's Degree
Minimum experience level required
More than 5 years