Performance Engineer / Analyst

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Company: 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
2025-153585

Job details
Domain

Research, design and development
Job field / Job profile

Architecture and systems engineering - Systems engineering
Job title

Performance Engineer / Analyst
Employment type

Permanent
Professional category

Employees / Staff
Part time / Full time

Full-time
Job description
Working as a member of the Performance and Dynamics team, the Performance Engineer/ Analyst is responsible for landing gear system loads, stability, and performance, through modeling and simulation, to support landing gear system design, qualification, production and continuing airworthiness.

RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:
Modeling, analysis, and performance support for development and qualification of landing gear systems.
Development, validation and verification of integrated landing gear system simulation models.
Landing gear systems modeling using simulation tools such as ADAMS, Easy5, AMESim, MATLAB/Simulink, Mathcad, VBA, and/or in-house tools.
Ground loads development and verification, including gas spring design, shock absorber dynamic design, ground handling loads, landing loads, taxi/rough field analysis.
Landing gear shimmy, stability, and vibration analysis.
Landing gear integrated system performance, including: retraction/extension systems, steering systems, and brake control systems.
Compile qualification and certification documentation.
Establish qualification and development test requirements and support testing.
Liaison with internal and external customers and supplier engineers.
Review external partner's/supplier's performance reports for compliance to airworthiness specifications and program requirements.
Candidate skills & requirements
Bachelor or Master degree in Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering.
Proficient with static and dynamic modeling of systems (hydraulic, pneumatic, mechanical, electrical), with a solid understanding of control and vibration theory.
Extensive experience with simulation tools: ADAMS, EASY5, AMESim, MATLAB/Simulink.
Proficient with programming languages to support tool development and use: C or C++, python, VBA
Experience and knowledge on virtual or real-time system modeling is not mandatory but a definite asset
Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work in a team environment.
Strong verbal and written communication skills

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 3 years

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