Maintenance Mechanic

Maintenance Mechanic A

** Job details*
* ** General information*
* ** Entity*
* 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 Seats is one of the world's 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.

** Reference number*
* ** Job details*
* ** Domain*
* Production

** Job field / Job profile*
* Manufacture assembly and repair - Mechanical assembly

** Job title*
* Maintenance Mechanic A

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* Employment type

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* Permanent

** Professional category*
* Employees / Staff

** Part time / Full time*
* Full-time

** 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 Mechanic A, you'll contribute to meaningful projects that shape the future of aerospace.

This position contributes to our vision by:

 Must be able to install, repair and maintain all machiney, and mechanical/electric equipment with supervision of a Maintenance Journryman and is able to remove, repair, rebuild and replace worn or broken parts on machines and equipment.

 Must be able to level and align lathes, mills and other equpiment and perform functional tests of rebuilt machines

 Must be able to use a variety of precision hand tools and measuring instruments related to the job and to work from blueprints and plan the sequence of operations of maintenance assignments.

 Must have working knowledge of all metal, fabrication, machine shop tools, and automotive repair methods.

 Must be able to perform other duties as required.

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

- Work Culture:

At Safran, we foster a respectful and inclusive workplace where diverse perspectives are valued. We support sustainable career journeys and encourage employees to explore multiple paths for growth. Collaboration is essential to our success, and we are committed to helping every team member thrive. We engage with our communities through educational programs, outreach initiatives, and career events, inspiring future talent to join our mission.

Join Safran Seats, where you can look to the skies and say "we did that."

** Candidate skills & 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.

- High School Diploma required

- Must be able to read and understand electrical and mechanical schematics

- Problem Solving:
Is able to define and diagnose problems, then bring a range of ideas for solutions; is skilled at rigorous analysis; probes many fruitful sources for answers; compare and evaluates solutions; evaluates the global impact of the solutions he/she proposes

- Business and Industry Knowledge:
Strives to master the technical skills required to successfully perform their job; seeks out best practices to increase skill level

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

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…