As an EDL Technician Assembly at Safran Seats in Gainesville, TX, you'll build development components, sub-assemblies, and first articles for aircraft seating, working from blueprints and using hand tools and measuring equipment. It's a permanent, full-time onsite manufacturing/assembly role in a global aerospace seating company, with strong benefits including 401(k) match and tuition assistance.
- Comprehensive benefits and paid holidays
- 401(k) with employer match
- Tuition assistance and development opportunities
Domain
Production
Job field / Job profile
Manufacture assembly and repair - Assembly
Job title
EDL Technician Assembly
Employment type
Permanent
Professional category
Employees / Staff
Part time / Full time
Full-time
Job description
A glimpse at the job:
HERE, WE CRAFT EXCELLENCE TOGETHER. At Safran, we believe in sustainable career journeys, collaboration as a cornerstone of innovation, and the freedom to explore diverse career paths. As a EDL Technician Assembly, you'll contribute to meaningful projects that shape the future of aerospace.
This position contributes to our vision by:
• Reads basic/simple blueprints and other written material, then responsible for layout and building of development components or sub assemblies along with first articles with or without the aid of tooling.
• Prepare and paint various materials to match customer trim and finish definition may be required.
• Maintain a high quality of workmanship and assumes responsibility for work performed in assigned duties.
• Shadow Senior EDL Technicians and take direction from experienced team members to learn assembly processes and best practices.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
What we offer
• Competitive salaries
• Paid holidays
• Recognition programs
• Comprehensive benefits
• Retirement (401K) plans with employer match
• Professional development opportunities
• Tuition assistance
• Over 300 career paths across global sites
Highlights from our facility:
Safran Seats in Gainesville, Texas, plays a big role in making top-notch aircraft seats for airlines around the world. The team here is known for their know-how and dedication to building comfortable, reliable seats for both commercial and business planes. With a focus on quality and new ideas, the Gainesville facility helps keep Safran at the forefront of the aviation seating industry, working closely with airlines and aircraft makers to deliver seats passengers appreciate.
Join Safran Seats, where you can look to the skies and say "we did that."
Candidate skills & requirements
At Safran Seats, we value service-oriented team players who demonstrate strong interpersonal skills, a positive attitude, and the ability to adapt to our dynamic, innovative environment.
• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Any prior exposure to manufacturing, assembly, or technical environments is a
• plus but not required.
• Willingness to learn to read and interpret blueprints.
• Exposure to measuring tools, micrometers, and calipers is a plus but not required.Must have experience with hand tools, wrenches, screwdrivers etc.
• Must have the ability to generate written communication and to operate required office equipment.
• Ability to read and review written communication.
• Prefer knowledge of navigating through CATIA or related CAD system
• Must be able to read and interpret moderately complex bluepints
• Prefer experience with measuring tools, micrometers and calipers
• Must have experience with hand tools, wrenches, screwdrivers etc.
• Basic computer knowledge is helpful; willingness to learn Microsoft Excel preferred.
Across all team members, we are looking for the following attributes:
• Innovative & Curious
• Collaborative & Inclusive
• Committed to Safety
• Trustworthy
• Results Focused
• Driven to Excellence
• Powered by Teamwork
This description outlines the general nature and level of work for this position. Duties, responsibilities, and qualifications may vary by assignment or group. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.
Safran Seats is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. For verification or accommodation requests, please email [email protected] or call 940-363-2068. We will make a determination on your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis.
Candidates for positions with Safran Seats 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
Relocation assistance is not offered for this position.
Annual salary
based on market
Job location
Job location
North America, United States, Texas
City (-ies)
Gainesville
Applicant criteria
Minimum education level achieved
High School Diploma/GED Equivalent
Minimum experience level required
More than 3 years
ITAR Controlled Position: Select "Yes" if role requires U.S. citizenship/permanent residency
Yes