Quality Engineer I

Quality Engineer I

Published 09.08.2026

Company : Safran Electrical & Power Job field : Quality Location : Sarasota , Florida , United States Contract type : Permanent Contract duration : Full-time Required degree : Bachelors Degree Required experience : First experience Professional status : Professional, Engineer & Manager Salary range : NA ITAR : ITAR Controlled position

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Published 09.08.2026

Job Description

Primary Job Function:

Safran is looking for a motivated Quality Engineer that will be working closely with our production lines, acting as the lead technical liaison to drive robust correction and improvement to our manufactured parts.

Essential Job Functions:

• Work closely with Operations and Inspection personnel to verify suspect conditions and ensure accurate recording of non-conformities.
• Investigate non-conformities by accurately quantifying issues and collecting appropriate evidence for engineering review and supplier feedback.
• Participate on Material Review Boards to decide how non-conforming product should be dispositioned.
• Act as a primary technical liaison between Safran and its Customers to effectively communicate issues and improvements.
• Utilize 8D Problem Solving methodology to drive correction in production processes.
• Develop and improve the effectiveness of Safrans Quality processes.
• Update and create Quality Inspection Plans to enable capture of emerging issues.
• Development of process control strategies for critical components.
• Internally communicate with Engineering, Purchasing, and Program Management on opportunities for quality improvement.
• Internally escalate potential product/process quality issues and develop solutions to resolve them.
• Work with the Manufacturing and Sustaining Engineers to resolve issues in manufacturing and qualification.
• Regular predictable attendance is required.
• Up to 10% travel, supporting suppliers and associate facilities with product issues and improvements.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Job Requirements

Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree from an accredited institution.
• Able to interpret drawing requirements.
• Familiar with the use of industry standards and specifications to verify product and process conformity.
• Familiar with one or more manufacturing processes with respect these areas: electronic assemblies, complex assemblies, machining, welding, metal and plastic stamping/forming, injection molding technologies, tooling, fixtures and gauges.
• Proficient in the use of basic measurement equipment. Able to setup/program complex measuring equipment to facilitate automatic inspection.
• Effective Technical Communicator, both written and oral.
• Familiar with the use of Excel (or similar tools) to analyze data.
• Results oriented with the ability to manage and maintain momentum on a multiple issues and projects concurrently.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in engineering or related field from an accredited institution.
• Experience in a manufacturing facility.

Leadership Skills:

• Excellent leadership, influencing, collaboration, and communication skills.
• Emotionally resilient and able to drive projects effectively for excellence against demanding targets in a complex, multi-disciplined environment.
• Ability to build strong relationships with both internal and external stakeholders.
• Enthusiastic, with a drive for results.

Physical Demands

• There may be minor lifting (under 50lbs) in some case where this role must support receiving inspection activities.
• Sitting 65% & Walking/Standing 35%

Work Environment:

Main work environment will be in an office setting. There will be multiple supplier locations to which the individual may travel. These locations will include general manufacturing conditions. These locations will define the protocols for safety and personal protective equipment needs.

But what else? (advantages, specific features, etc.)

Nothing in this job description restricts managements right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. This job posting does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment.

This position requires access to technologies and hardware subject to US national security based export control requirements. All applicants must be US Persons (8 USC 1324b(a)(3)), or otherwise authorized by the U.S. Government. No company sponsorship will be offered.

This description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by an employee within this position. The actual duties, responsibilities and qualifications may vary based on assignment or group. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic data or other legally protected status.

Safran Electrical and Power is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. To verify the information in the job listing or if you need

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.

As the world leader in aeronautical electrical systems, Safran Electrical & Power is a key player in the electrification of aircraft equipment and electric and hybrid propulsion. With expertise across the onboard energy chain, the company designs and delivers innovative, optimized and modular architectures and solutions.

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