Senior Designer
Apply NowCompany: Safran
Location: Toronto, ON M4E 3Y1
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
2025-150900
Job details
Domain
Research, design and development
Job field / Job profile
Mechanics - Mechanical part or subassembly design
Job title
Senior Designer
Employment type
Permanent
Professional category
Employees / Staff
Part time / Full time
Full-time
Job description
Reporting to the Integrated Product Team - Engineering Group Leader
Conceptual design of landing gear and associated systems using CATIA V5
Produce comprehensive layouts and tolerance analysis with a mindset of design for manufacture/cost
Basic engineering analysis to substantiate initial layouts.
Responsible for ensuring the design of the equipment meets the applicable specification requirements including CAR, FAR and CS
Ability to create high quality Model Based Definition and/or comprehensive detail drawings of large, complex structural components
Ability to execute high quality checking of other designer's work
Execute trade studies to identify the optimum design solution
Create and update documents using Product Data Management (PDM) system
Participate in Concurrent Engineering with various company functions including Stress, Dynamics, Systems, Quality, Product Support, Manufacturing, etc.
Ensure that lessons learned are applied to new designs
Ensure that a common design approach is followed using harmonized company standards
Evaluation and disposition of Non-Conformances against parts and assemblies if required
Support in-service aircraft for production repair, in-service repair, investigations and associated Material Review Board activities if required
AOG after-hours support if required
Occasionally work offsite for extended periods at customer/partner facilities inside or outside of Canada if required.
Mentoring of less experienced Designers
Other company/Engineering related activities as required
Candidate skills & requirements
University degree in Mechanical/Aeronautical Engineering or related discipline
Minimum 15 years' experience in landing gear design and/or integration
Familiar with all aspects of design of landing gear; mechanical, hydraulic and electrical systems and components
Knowledge of geometric dimensioning and tolerancing to ASME Y.14.5M-1994
Proven ability to create complex tolerance stack-ups and comprehensive design layouts
Proven capability in the use of CATIA V5, solid modeling, kinematics, MBD and 2D layouts
Excellent English written and oral communication and presentation skills
Proficiency with MS Office required
Detail and results oriented with a well-developed problem solving ability
Ability to travel internationally if required
Ability to support AOG after hours as part of a team on a schedule if required
Bilingual (French/English) is an asset
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. We welcome applications from individuals regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. SafranLS is committed to a positive, supportive, and inclusive environment with continual learning opportunities and a focus on well-being in the workplace.
SafranLS offers accommodations for people with disabilities in all parts of the hiring process and will work with applicants to meet accommodation needs that are made known to SafranLS in advance.
At SafranLS, a passion for Aerospace can mean a limitless career, land your next position with us!
While we thank all applicants, only those being considered for an interview will be contacted.
The above statements reflect the general items considered necessary to describe principal functions of the position and shall not be construed as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be inherent in the position. Other duties may be assigned as per management instruction. All applicants must meet the following requirements:Minimum age of 18 years. Canadian Controlled Goods Regulations (CGR), U.S. International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and Canadian government security clearances and applicable contractual obligations.Safran Landing Systems Canada Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. SafranLS TOR is committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities in all parts of the hiring process as required under its Accessibility and Accommodation Policy. SafranLS TOR will work with applicants to meet accommodation needs that are made known to SafranLS TOR in advance.
Job location
Job location
North America, Canada, Ontario, Toronto
City (-ies)
Ajax
Applicant criteria
Minimum education level achieved
Bachelor's Degree
Minimum experience level required
More than 8 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
2025-150900
Job details
Domain
Research, design and development
Job field / Job profile
Mechanics - Mechanical part or subassembly design
Job title
Senior Designer
Employment type
Permanent
Professional category
Employees / Staff
Part time / Full time
Full-time
Job description
Reporting to the Integrated Product Team - Engineering Group Leader
Conceptual design of landing gear and associated systems using CATIA V5
Produce comprehensive layouts and tolerance analysis with a mindset of design for manufacture/cost
Basic engineering analysis to substantiate initial layouts.
Responsible for ensuring the design of the equipment meets the applicable specification requirements including CAR, FAR and CS
Ability to create high quality Model Based Definition and/or comprehensive detail drawings of large, complex structural components
Ability to execute high quality checking of other designer's work
Execute trade studies to identify the optimum design solution
Create and update documents using Product Data Management (PDM) system
Participate in Concurrent Engineering with various company functions including Stress, Dynamics, Systems, Quality, Product Support, Manufacturing, etc.
Ensure that lessons learned are applied to new designs
Ensure that a common design approach is followed using harmonized company standards
Evaluation and disposition of Non-Conformances against parts and assemblies if required
Support in-service aircraft for production repair, in-service repair, investigations and associated Material Review Board activities if required
AOG after-hours support if required
Occasionally work offsite for extended periods at customer/partner facilities inside or outside of Canada if required.
Mentoring of less experienced Designers
Other company/Engineering related activities as required
Candidate skills & requirements
University degree in Mechanical/Aeronautical Engineering or related discipline
Minimum 15 years' experience in landing gear design and/or integration
Familiar with all aspects of design of landing gear; mechanical, hydraulic and electrical systems and components
Knowledge of geometric dimensioning and tolerancing to ASME Y.14.5M-1994
Proven ability to create complex tolerance stack-ups and comprehensive design layouts
Proven capability in the use of CATIA V5, solid modeling, kinematics, MBD and 2D layouts
Excellent English written and oral communication and presentation skills
Proficiency with MS Office required
Detail and results oriented with a well-developed problem solving ability
Ability to travel internationally if required
Ability to support AOG after hours as part of a team on a schedule if required
Bilingual (French/English) is an asset
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. We welcome applications from individuals regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. SafranLS is committed to a positive, supportive, and inclusive environment with continual learning opportunities and a focus on well-being in the workplace.
SafranLS offers accommodations for people with disabilities in all parts of the hiring process and will work with applicants to meet accommodation needs that are made known to SafranLS in advance.
At SafranLS, a passion for Aerospace can mean a limitless career, land your next position with us!
While we thank all applicants, only those being considered for an interview will be contacted.
The above statements reflect the general items considered necessary to describe principal functions of the position and shall not be construed as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be inherent in the position. Other duties may be assigned as per management instruction. All applicants must meet the following requirements:Minimum age of 18 years. Canadian Controlled Goods Regulations (CGR), U.S. International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and Canadian government security clearances and applicable contractual obligations.Safran Landing Systems Canada Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. SafranLS TOR is committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities in all parts of the hiring process as required under its Accessibility and Accommodation Policy. SafranLS TOR will work with applicants to meet accommodation needs that are made known to SafranLS TOR in advance.
Job location
Job location
North America, Canada, Ontario, Toronto
City (-ies)
Ajax
Applicant criteria
Minimum education level achieved
Bachelor's Degree
Minimum experience level required
More than 8 years