Project Engineer 3

Project Engineer 3

Published 08.07.2026

Company : Safran Cabin Job field : Mechanics Location : Costa Mesa , California , United States Contract type : Permanent Contract duration : Full-time Required degree : Bachelors Degree Required experience : More than 5 years Professional status : Professional, Engineer & Manager Spoken language(s) : English Fluent Salary range : $103,660 - $162,890 USD

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Published 08.07.2026

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. In the role of Project Engineer 3, youll play a pivotal part on our Engineering team.

This position contributes to our vision by:

1. Define and implement the development plan according to Safrans standard development processes and in line with the performance, quality, delivery and cost commitments.

2. Lead the project team. This involves circulating bottom-up and top-down information about the project and formally defining, in conjunction with project team members line managers, the availability of the requisite skills and resources.

3. Produce summaries of development quotes drawn up in conjunction with the relevant business lines and draft technical and financial proposals to be submitted for approval

4. Define the project reference system (document reference system, approval records, configuration reports, etc.) in accordance with regulatory requirements.

5. Oversee application of the project schedule and updates of management indicators (KPIs).

6. Oversee the rigorous implementation and application of all project management methods in accordance with regulations and standards: weekly management meetings, KPIs, dashboards, reports, etc.

7. As part of the development process, provide input for technical choices in conjunction with the technical teams and relevant business lines.

8. Provide IPT support when dealing with the customer and the authorities (certification/flightworthiness).

9. Oversee management of development risks and opportunities by integrating experience feedback.

10. If necessary, set up task forces to resolve development sticking points and/or contingencies.

11. Participate in project development reviews (technical, production engineering, support) to prepare program milestone reviews.

12. Take part in IPT team meetings.

13. Mentor Project Engineers 1, 2, on engineering project management practices, tools and expectations.

14. Perform all other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements

Computer Skills:

• Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and CAD & PLM Systems
• Strong knowledge of Project management tools

But what else? (advantages, specific features, 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, were cutting our emissions, not your ambitions.

Together, lets 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!

Company Information

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 magazines ""Worlds Best Companies 2025"" ranking.

Safran Cabin is the worlds 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)

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1620 Sunflower Avenue CA 92626

Costa Mesa

California United States

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Configuration Engineer & Document Control Manager

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