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EDL Technician

As a member of the Safran Seats business, you play a major role in teamwork that provides over one million seats to major airlines worldwide. Our commitment to superior quality, comfort and innovation ensure that you can take pride in doing meaningful work that supports the needs of passengers and crews alike.

1. Occupational Summary (Position Objective & Authorities) Objective: The EDL Technician is responsible for various tasks within the Protoshop environment. The tasks include, painting, assembly of sheet metal details and assembly operations utilizing blueprints. Interprets sketches, query reports and function with verbal instructions, and may include manual machining. Maintains a high quality of workmanship and assumes responsibility for work performed in assigned duties. Works under close/direct supervision.

2. Essential Functions (Duties and Responsibilities) Main Function Responsibilities:

• Reads blueprints and other written material, then responsible for layout and building of development components or 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.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

3. Qualification Requirements:

A. Education & Qualification:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.

B. Work Experience - Technical knowledge:

• Two years of experience working in manufacturing or related environment required.
• Experience working in an experimental / prototype environment, or manufacturing setting dealing with modifications to designs, components, or assemblies is preferred.
• Combination of related education, certifications, licenses and experience may be considered in lieu of minimum required working experience.

C. Professional Skills:

• Must be able to learn to read and interpret bluepints.
• Prefer experience with measuring tools, micrometers and calipers.
• Must have experience with hand tools, wrenches, screwdrivers etc.
• Computer knowledge: Microsoft excel is preferred.
• 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.
• Must have the ability to self-motivate and perform at a high level of intensity under close supervision.
• Must be dependable.
• Attention to detail.
• Works well as a productive team member.
• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.

4. General Work Conditions (Physical Demands):

• Prolonged periods standing and performing repetitive tasks.
• Bending, stooping, reaching, and lifting up to 30 pounds are required during tasks related to the job.
• Must wear safety shoes and eye protection.
• Must have manual dexterity in order to assemble products or machines as directed.
• Must have excellent hand-eye coordination.
• Ability to differentiate between components.
• Work environment- The work environment includes manufacturing shop setting with equipment and noise.

But what else? (advantages, specific features, etc.)

Safran Seats USA is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

Company Information

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 100,000 employees and sales of 27.3 billion euros in 2024, and holds, alone or in partnership, world or regional leadership positions in its core markets. Safran is in the 2nd place in the aerospace and defense industry in TIME magazine's "World's best companies 2024" ranking. Safran Seats is one of the world's leading manufacturers of aircraft seats, for both crew and passengers. 1 million Safran Seats-manufactured aircraft seats are currently in service with air fleets around the world.

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