Manufacturing Engineering Director - LGI Division F-H
Published Company : Safran Landing Systems Job field : Industrial Engineering Location : Velizy Villacoublay , Ile de France , France Contract type : Permanent Contract duration : Full-time Required degree : Master Degree Required experience : More than 8 years Professional status : Professional, Engineer & Manager Spoken language(s) : English Fluent French Fluent# LGI- Published Job Description
The candidate's main mission will be to manage Manufacturing Engineering for the LGI division, which consists of six sites (Gloucester, UK; Bidos, France; Toronto and Montréal, Canada; Suzhou, China; and Queretaro, Mexico). To achieve this, the candidate will coordinate the network of Manufacturing Engineering Managers/Directors across the LGI Division's sites. He is Business Process Manger for Industrialize sub process. He will oversee the improvement of maturity in various roles, in line with industrialization processes and tools such as APQP-PPAP, PFMEA, ICB, MSA, SPC, etc.
Additionally, the candidate will coordinate research and development of methods and processes to boost the efficiency of Manufacturing Engineering teams. He/she will ensure the operational implementation of GPEC (workforce planning) actions in support of the Factory for the Future vision and objectives.
In all these responsibilities, the candidate will make a significant contribution to the Industrial and Operational Excellence pursued by Safran Landing Systems, aiming to increase customer satisfaction, trust, and financial performance.
Detailed missions:Functional management of Manufacturing Engineering Managers/Directors at the different sites.
Representation of the LGI Division in working groups and think tanks on industrialization topics and technical support (both at company level, Safran Group level, Customers and Organisms).
Coordination and promotion of cross-site knowledge sharing (best practices, lessons learned, synergies, etc.).
Supporting the technological maturity improvement post-TRL6 and facilitating technology deployment across sites, in close collaboration with the Manufacturing R&T Director. In particular, he is in charge of leading maturity increase on Reach process
Working with Information System Managers for Manufacturing Engineering and manufacturing to define needs and support the deployment of the digital factory (methods, organization, tools, and required skills).
Leading the roadmap for digital inspection and ensuring deployment across all sites.
Facilitating the Experts' network with the principal expert, and leading Manufacturing Engineering business working groups.
Keeping skills management data up to date for each job type (“GPEC”), mutualizing training path, and with concrete implementation follow-up
Supporting sites with recruitment and retention strategies both locally and globally.
Contributing to each site's development plans, measuring and consolidating the overall plan.
Setting KPIs to monitor each site's progress in the development and deployment of the tools and processes.
Job Requirements
Master's degree (Bac+5) with more than 8 years of experience in industrial engineering and team management
Experience in an industrial environment
International work experience or experience in a multicultural environment is an asset
Fluent in French and English
Dynamic
Pragmatic
Ability to lead and engage teams
Strong transversal management skills
General knowledge of manufacturing processes
Knowledge of industrialization methodologies
Strong analytical and synthesis skills
But what else? (advantages, specific features, etc.)
Multiple trips per year within France and to different sites
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 Landing Systems is the world leader in landing gear, wheels & brakes, and associated systems for civil and military aircraft, as well as helicopters. Did you know that every second, somewhere in the world, an aircraft lands thanks to our products?
Looking to grow in a stimulating, supportive, and people-focused company? Above all, we are seeking creative and committed individuals—so come and join our 8,000 passionate employees!
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