Industrialization Systems Project Manager
Job details
General information
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 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 Aerosystems is one of the world leaders in aviation systems dedicated to aircraft and helicopter safety, as well as fluid and fuel management. The company is a key player in the field of flight safety (oxygen, evacuation, floatation) and participates in the decarbonization of aviation through enabling sustainable alternative fuels and new engine architectures. It has 5,200 employees in 7 countries.
Reference number
2026-175486
Job details
Domain
Production
Job field / Job profile
Industrial engineering - Industrialization leader
Job title
Industrialization Systems Project Manager
Employment @type
Permanent
Professional category
Professional, Engineer & Manager
Part time / Full time
Full-time
Job description
Summary
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 a unique opportunity to lead the way in aerospace and defense and contribute to creating a safer and more sustainable world.
This position will be responsible for the support and management of projects related to the Industrial systems function of the Industrial engineering group of 3 facilities of Safran evacuation systems. The Industrial Systems engineering group defines and ensures the sustainability and support of industrial applications and business processes for methods teams
Main Objectives:
Coordinate and implement new solutions for the Industrial Engineering Group to maintain methods continuity across the company and factory levels, working with cross-functional teams in New Jersey, Mississippi, and Mexico.
Define, implement, and optimize digital tools, standards, and processes used by industrial engineering and production for the definition, validation, control, and optimization of industrialization activities.
Ensure the functional and technical consistency of industrial business data flows across upstream and downstream systems (PLM, ERP, CAD, QA, EHS, etc.)
Support three facilities (NJ, MS, Mexico) in the collection, consolidation, and management of global capacity reporting related to similar equipment and production spaces.
Guarantee compliance with FAA, Aviation customer, and Safran corporate standards for all Industrial engineering functions.
Lead the management and improvement of Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (FMEA) processes at a business unit level.
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".
But what else? (advantages, specificities, etc.)
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Ensure compliance with customer requirements and internal standards for all industrial engineering functions through knowledge management and department manual updates
Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including production, quality, and engineering, to drive continuous improvement initiatives.
Prepare and present reports on system performance, maintenance activities, and project progress to management.
Stay updated with industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices to enhance the capabilities of the industrial systems team.
Ensure technical, administrative, and budgetary oversight for projects from the design phase through full implementation, focusing on achieving performance, quality, cost, and schedule objectives.
Plan, coordinate, and monitor industrialization activities to achieve targeted investments, successful equipment ramp-up, and manage post-implementation reviews.
Oversee project management activities related to Manufacture & Develop business processes, ensuring project goals, milestones, and deliverables are met.
Monitoring, notification and risk mitigation plans for Software obsolescence issues
Other duties as assigned
Regular, predictable attendance is required;
Other duties may be assigned.
Candidate skills & requirements
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Note for level:
Basic: Incumbent is able to use their knowledge/skill with support by more experienced individuals.
Advanced: Incumbent is able to independently use their knowledge/skill.
Expert: Incumbent is able to train others on their knowledge/skill.
Education and/or Experience
BSIE, BSME, or Systems Engineering related technical degree required plus 2 to 3 years experience or related experiences..
Knowledge/Skills
Experience in New Product Introduction (NPI) project management in an industrial setting - Advanced
High proficiency in Microsoft Office suite, including MS Project and MS Excel - Expert
Power BI - Basic
Knowledge of digital transformation, business process integration, and industrial information systems (PLM, ERP, MES, etc.) - Advanced
Ability to coordinate multi-site and cross-functional projects - Advanced
Organizational, analytical, and communication skills - Expert
Problem-solving abilities and attention to detail - Advanced
organizational and time-management skills - Expert
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills - Advanced
Attention to detail - Expert
Able to work independently and as part of a team - Advanced
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and CAD software - Expert
Experience with process improvement methodologies (Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, etc.).
Familiarity with global reporting tools and industrial capacity management.
Demonstrated leadership skills in a matrix or multi-location environment.
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations
N/A
Annual salary
$102,431 - $128,039
Job location
Job location
North America, United States, New Jersey
City (-ies)
1747 NJ-34 NJ 07727 Wall Township
Applicant criteria
Minimum education level achieved
Bachelor's Degree
Minimum experience level required
More than 3 years
ITAR Controlled Position: Select "Yes" if role requires U.S. citizenship/permanent residency
No
