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 an HSE Coordinator, you'll contribute to meaningful projects that shape the future of aerospace.
This position requires access to technologies and hardware subject to US national security based export control requirements. All applicants must be US Citizens, or otherwise authorized by the U.S. Government. No company sponsorship will be offered.
As a key member of the Safran Landing Systems leadership team, the Quality Director for the Walton site plays a critical role in driving product excellence, regulatory compliance, and customer satisfaction. This position leads the deployment of the Division's Quality strategy at site level while shaping a strong quality culture and supporting operational performance across the organization.
OBJECTIVES AND MISSIONS
- Represent the Wheels & Brakes Division Quality Director at the Walton site, ensuring deployment and alignment of the Quality strategy of the Division at the local level.
- Guarantee the quality and compliance of all products and services delivered from the site, with adherence to applicable customers, regulatory, and industry requirements.
- Define, together with the Division Quality Director, the site quality objectives that align with Safran's priorities; collaborate functionally with the site General Manager
- Lead the development, implementation of the site's Quality Management System; promote a robust quality culture and embed Operational Excellence.
- Act as the primary point of contact at the site for military and civil authorities as well as customers (OEMs and airlines), especially concerning certifications, approvals, and audit.
- Advocate for the voice of the customer and regulatory authorities on all quality topics within the local teams
- Ensure company compliance to all applicable customer and regulatory requirements (AS9100, EASA Part 21, FAR 145, etc…);
- Ensure site readiness for all Safran and external audits; direct audit preparation, execution, and effectiveness of resulting action plans.
- Proactively identify, evaluate, and address quality risks, ensuring timely mitigation measures and fostering a culture of anticipation and prevention.
- Manage the site Safety Management System in line with the SAFRAN LS corporate guidelines and expectations.
- Serve as a key participant in strategic planning as a member of the Safran leadership team.
