Director, Risk & Insurance Management
Job details
General information
Entity
Safran is an international high-technology group operating in the fields of aerospace (propulsion, equipment and interiors), space and defense. Its mission is to contribute sustainably to a safer world, where air transport becomes ever more environmentally friendly, comfortable and accessible. Present on every continent, the Group employs 110,000 people and generated 31.3 billion in revenue in 2025. Safran holds, either independently or through partnerships, leading global or European positions in its markets.
Safran was ranked second in the Aerospace & Defense sector in TIME magazine's ""World's Best Companies 2025"" ranking.
Safran Cabin is the world's No. 1 in aircraft interiors. Safran Cabin provides innovative, smart and sustainable cabin interiors, as well as advanced water and waste management systems.
Here, you will develop your skills and grow within a community of experts who enrich your experience every day.
Here, collaboration connects our teams across the globe.
Did you know? We have probably already flown together!
Would you like to join us? Learn more about Safran Cabin here.
(Hyperlink: https://www.safran-group.com/en/companies/safran-cabin)
Reference number
2026-185720
Job details
Domain
Performance and Support
Job field / Job profile
Continuous improvement - Improvement and/or transformation project management - BB/MBB
Job title
Director, Risk & Insurance Management
Employment @type
Permanent
Professional category
Professional, Engineer & Manager
Part time / Full time
Full-time
Job description
Here, we craft excellence together. Your mission? Making the journey the most enjoyable part of the trip. Join our first-class team to reinvent in-flight experience.
As the Director, Risk & Insurance Management for Safran Cabin (SCA), you will act as the Company Risk Manager and lead the deployment and continuous improvement of the Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) framework across the Company and its subsidiaries, ensuring its effective implementation and integration into business operations. In this role, you will serve as the Business Process Manager (BPM) for the RSK process, "Managing by Risks," and act as the Company's Insurance Manager. This position reports directly to the EVP, Quality, Continuous Improvement & Risks.
Summary of Duties:
Enterprise Risk Management (ERM)
Lead the deployment and continuous improvement of Safran Cabin's Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) framework across all entities, processes, and major programs.
Identify, assess, and monitor enterprise risks that may impact the achievement of business objectives.
Partner with risk owners to develop, implement, and track risk mitigation strategies and corrective action plans.
Ensure compliance with Safran risk management procedures (GRP-059) and effective utilization of the RiTo2 risk management tool.
Consolidate and analyze company-wide risk data, including risk exposure trends, risk ratings, risk mappings, and mitigation plans.
Prepare and present risk assessments and recommendations to the Risk Committee and Executive Committee (COMEX) for review and decision-making.
Evaluate risk management maturity across entities and processes using the established maturity framework (GRF-0050).
Collaborate with Division Leaders and Site General Managers to establish annual risk management objectives and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
Crisis Management
Support the Company's crisis management program by participating in crisis response teams during significant events.
Develop and deliver crisis management awareness and training programs for leaders and key stakeholders.
Coordinate and facilitate periodic crisis management exercises to assess preparedness and response effectiveness.
Provide guidance and methodological support to sites and business units in establishing crisis management processes appropriate to the level of risk and severity of potential events.
Promote a proactive culture of business continuity, resilience, and emergency preparedness across the organization.
Documentary Risk Management
Partner with Human Resources to ensure documentary risk training completion rates meet established company objectives and compliance requirements.
Monitor training metrics and identify opportunities to improve employee awareness and engagement.
Facilitate workshops, training sessions, and awareness campaigns to strengthen understanding and ownership of documentary risk management practices.
But what else? (advantages, specificities, etc.)
Safran Cabin is #1 worldwide for business and regional aircraft interiors.
Here, you will build your skills and grow with a community of experts to enrich yourself every day.
Here, collaboration is embodied within the diversity of our teams all around the world.
Here, we're cutting our emissions, not your ambitions.
Together, let's shape the sustainable future of aeronautics. Learn more about Safran Cabin!
Why join us?
At Safran Cabin, we provide equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/gender expression, marital status, pregnancy, age, national origin, ancestry, disability/medical condition, military or veteran status, citizenship status, genetic characteristics or information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, and local laws.
Your Benefits: Our suite of comprehensive benefits include health care (medical, dental and vision), life insurance, 401(k) savings plans with company match, paid time off, and employee discounts & rewards for consumer products/services and more!
Candidate skills & requirements
Insurance Management
Serve as the primary liaison between Safran Cabin and the Group Insurance Department.
Coordinate and communicate insurance requirements, renewals, and coverage needs across the organization.
Manage insurance claims activities, including reporting, investigation support, and claim follow-up.
Review customer, supplier, and service provider contracts to ensure compliance with Group insurance requirements and coverage provisions.
Monitor and ensure adherence to insurance policies, procedures, and risk transfer requirements.
Provide regular reporting and updates to the Group Insurance Department regarding claims, coverage, and emerging insurance-related risks.
Ensure compliance with Group Aero Liability insurance requirements applicable to suppliers, subcontractors, and other third-party partners.
Support annual insurance renewal processes by gathering, validating, and submitting required data and documentation.
Main Activities:
Leading and challenging the ERM work of your entity in preparation for and during Risk Committees;
Challenging entities considering Company perspectives and external risks;
Maintaining and coordinating the Cabin Risk Representatives network, and training any new members;
Implementing tools to monitor entity maturity and challenging the associated improvement plans;
Deploying awareness and training tools for risk management, in particular RiTO2 and backtesting;
Ensuring the administration of the RiTO2 risk mapping database;
Applying and updating RSK reference documentation;
Actively participating in the Group Risk Management and Insurance Management networks, as well as Safran University training programs;
Manage the entity's sinister claims, from reporting to case follow-up, in coordination with relevant stakeholders
Check the compliance of insurance clauses in customer, service provider, and supplier contracts with Group insurance policies
Support the renewal of insurance programs in coordination with the Group by providing up-to-date and reliable data
Computer Skills: Not specified
Other Skills: In-depth knowledge of the aeronautic industry sector in an international @context, strong communication and network facilitation skills, solid experience in transversal management, ability to influence stakeholders, build alignment and/or reach compromise in @contexts involving diverging interests and significant business stakes.
Preferred Skills: Fluent in English, speaking/understanding French preferred, Spanish is a plus.
Level: Senior-level position within job role
Annual salary
$121,100 - $190,300
Job location
Job location
North America, United States, California
City (-ies)
1620 Sunflower Avenue CA 92626 Costa Mesa
Applicant criteria
Minimum education level achieved
Bachelor's Degree
Minimum experience level required
More than 8 years
Additional Languages preferred
English (Fluent)
French (Bilingual)
ITAR Controlled Position: Select "Yes" if role requires U.S. citizenship/permanent residency
No
