Supplier Quality Engineer 2
Published 05.13.2026
Company : Safran Seats Job field : Quality Location : Gainesville , Texas , United States Contract type : Permanent Contract duration : Full-time Required degree : Bachelors Degree Required experience : More than 3 years Professional status : Professional, Engineer & Manager Salary range : based on market ITAR : ITAR Controlled position
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Published 05.13.2026
Job Description
A glimpse at the job:
HERE, WE CRAFT EXCELLENCE TOGETHER. At Safran, we believe in sustainable career journeys, collaboration as a cornerstone of innovation, and the freedom to explore diverse career paths. As a Suppler Quality Engineer 2, youll contribute to meaningful projects that shape the future of aerospace.
This position contributes to our vision by:
? Support the supplier assessment and selection process by conducting audits/assessments and ensuring the implementation of applicable requirements
? Ensure that suppliers apply Safran requirements, such as APQP, PPAP, FMECA and risk analysis
? Ensure that products and services comply with quality requirements by planning and conducting monitoring actions from suppliers per the established auditing schedules
? Ensure proper management of non-compliances through trend analysis of supplier defects and taking appropriate action to drive resolution using the quality tools in ETQ
? Ensure supplier improvement by measuring supplier performance against the Safran established KPI thresholds
? Provide Purchasing with information to pass on poor-quality costs to suppliers
? Ensure that performance improvement plans are implemented by suppliers and monitor the progression.
? Promote the use of Safran tools and methods by supplier
What we offer:
? Competitive salaries
Paid holidays
Recognition programs
Comprehensive benefits
Retirement (401K) plans with employer match
Professional development opportunities
Tuition assistance
Over 300 career paths across global sites
Highlights from our facility:
Safran Seats in Gainesville, Texas, plays a big role in making top-notch aircraft seats for airlines around the world. The team here is known for their know-how and dedication to building comfortable, reliable seats for both commercial and business planes. With a focus on quality and new ideas, the Gainesville facility helps keep Safran at the forefront of the aviation seating industry, working closely with airlines and aircraft makers to deliver seats passengers appreciate.
Join Safran Seats. Here we craft excellence together.
Job Requirements
At Safran Seats, we value service-oriented team players who demonstrate strong interpersonal skills, a positive attitude, and the ability to adapt to our dynamic, innovative environment.
Must have a Bachelor of Science degree in Manufacturing engineering, Industrial engineering or related technical field or 12 years equivalent related experience in lieu of degree.
Additionally two (2) years of related experience in a quality role.
Knowledge of the Plan for Every Part process
Working knowledge of FAA regulations pertaining to supplier OEM process and products
Experience in implementation of continuous improvement systems and RCCA
Must be able to read and interpret average to moderately complex blueprints, drawings, diagrams, tolerance information, route sheets, work orders and procedure manuals.
Knowledge of AS9100 requirements
Across all team members, we are looking for the following attributes:
Innovative & Curious
Collaborative & Inclusive
Committed to Safety
Trustworthy
Results Focused
Driven to Excellence
Powered by Teamwork
This description outlines the general nature and level of work for this position. Duties, responsibilities, and qualifications may vary by assignment or group. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.
Safran Seats is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. For verification or accommodation requests, please email [email protected] or call 940-363-2068. We will make a determination on your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis.
Candidates for positions with Safran Seats must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Employment eligibility verification will be required at the time of hire.
Visa sponsorship is not available for this position
Relocation assistance is not offered for this position.
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 magazines "Worlds best companies 2024" ranking.
Safran Seats is one of the worlds 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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Quality Assurance Engineer II
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100,000
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