General information

Entity

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 magazine's ""World's Best Companies 2025"" ranking.

Safran Electronics & Defense is an international company with more than 19,000 employees who bring together expertise and team spirit to design high-technology solutions for the aerospace, defense and space sectors. By combining human and technological intelligence, the company develops products and services for both civil and military customers, operating on land, at sea, in the air and in space.  

Reference

2026-171189  

Position description

Domain

Research, design and development

Job field / Job profile

Architecture and systems engineering - System architecture

Job title

System Architect - Mechanical M/F

Employment type

Permanent

Part time / Full time

Full-time

Job description

Overview:
In this role, the Principal Engineer (Systems Architect, Mechanical) will be responsible for System Design of various Actuation Systems product lines including Power Door Opening System (PDOS), Thrust Reverser Actuation Systems (TRAS) and Highlift Flap and Slat Actuation systems and will actively participate in NPI (New Product Introduction), redesign and technology programs of Safran Electronics & Defense Business unit.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Understand system requirements, design intent, and comply with applicable practices, standard works, aerospace standards, customer requirements and regulatory requirements
• Develop system/product level concept & architecture
• Support program and technical reviews as and when required during design & development cycle
• Lead the systems activities for NPI, technology programs and resolve design issues
• Own and maintain technical processes and standard work
• Facilitate and drive the resolution production issues and field failure investigations
• Support Bid & Proposal for new products
• Be self-motivated and keen to get involved in new technologies and projects and learn new skills to map out future career path
• Actively participate in a team environment and work with customers, suppliers, and cross functional teams for product development

Candidate skills & requirements

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor's or master's degree in mechanical engineering, Aerospace Engineering or equivalent.
• Sound knowledge in mechanical engineering fundamentals and engineering materials
• 12 to 16 years of industry experience in Systems Engineering including 4+ years as System Architect

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in hydraulic and electro-mechanical products
• Knowledge of engineering materials & manufacturing processes is a plus
• Knowledge of aerospace product compliance, qualification, and certification

Position location

Job location

Asia, India

City (-ies)

Candidate criteria

Minimum education level achieved

Bachelor's Degree

Minimum experience level required

More than 8 years

Requester

Number of position(s)

1