Supervisor - Manufacturing Engineering

Supervisor - Manufacturing Engineering

Published 11.07.2026

Company : Safran Seats Job field : Industrial Engineering Location : Gainesville , Texas , United States Contract type : Permanent Contract duration : Full-time Required degree : Bachelors Degree Required experience : More than 5 years Professional status : Professional, Engineer & Manager Salary range : based on experience ITAR : ITAR Controlled position

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Published 11.07.2026

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 Supervisor- Manufacturing Engineering, youll contribute to meaningful projects that shape the future of aerospace.

This position contributes to our vision by:

New Product Development

Production Support

Process Improvement

Process Efficiency

Leadership

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 B.S degree in a related technical field (e.g.: IE, ME, EE) or an Associate degree with 6 years related experience or 12 years of job related experience
• Five or more years of leadership experience preferred
• Additionally Five years of manufacturing experience required
• Applicable experience may be acquired prior to, during, or following completion of degree.
• Six Sigma or Lean certification preferred
• Catia V.5 or design modeling a plus
• Able to lead teams towards defined objectives, with on time execution to program objectives
• Able to work collaboratively with cross functional teams and engage in healthy debate

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 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.

With more than one million seats installed across the fleets of the worlds leading airlines, Safran Seats is one of the global leaders in passenger, crew, aircraft and helicopter seating, delivering innovative, high value-added solutions.

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2000 Weber Dr TX 76240

Gainesville

Texas United States

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100,000

employees worldwide

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