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 Helicopter Engines is the world leader in helicopter engines and the only manufacturer exclusively specialized in this market. Operating worldwide, the company employs 6,100 people, serves more than 2,500 customers across 155 countries, and has over 21,500 engines in service.
Reference number
2026-179201
Job details
Domain
Production
Job field / Job profile
Manufacture assembly and repair - Assembly
Job title
Technician - Test Prep 2nd shift
Employment type
Permanent
Professional category
Technician
Part time / Full time
Full-time
Job description
SUMMARY OF JOB PURPOSE:
The ideal candidate will prep and post new, repaired and overhauled aircraft engines and line replacement units, as well as interpret test data.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions:
• Connect and disconnect oil and fuel lines, instruments, controls, and engine accessories, such as
generators, magnetos, and fuel injectors, using hand tools.
• Connect and disconnect testing instruments, such as dynamometers and manometers, to engine.
• May be assigned responsibility for training of co-workers, and ensures that they are properly trained for each task they are performing.
SCOPE AND ACCOUNTABILITIES
• May be assigned delegate authority by quality department.
• Define and implement changes as necessary to improve process.
• Ensure that safety is a priority.
• Ensure cleanliness of work area.
• May be assigned responsibility for maintenance performed during his/her shift.
• Supports Safran Helicopter Engines and management policies
But what else? (advantages, specificities, etc.)
This position requires access to information and hardware subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). The selected candidate must be a U.S. person or must meet eligibility requirements for access to export-controlled information and hardware.
Candidate skills & requirements
REQUIRED COMPETENCIES – Education / Knowledge / Skills and Abilities:
• Associate's degree or equivalent from two year college or technical school; or two to five years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Mechanical/technical/interpersonal – Advanced – Skills must be adapted to the unique requirements of the organization.
• Intermediate – Microsoft Office: Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint
• Powerplant License preferred
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee is frequently required to stand. The employee is occasionally required to walk; sit and talk or hear.
• The employee must regularly lift and /or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision and ability to adjust focus.
• While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles and toxic or caustic chemicals. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.
Annual salary
TBD
Job location
Job location
North America, United States, Texas
City (-ies)
Grand Prairie
Applicant criteria
Minimum education level achieved
Vocational/Trade School
Minimum experience level required
More than 3 years
ITAR Controlled Position: Select "Yes" if role requires U.S. citizenship/permanent residency
Yes
Requesting party
Number of position(s)
1