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 92,000 employees and sales of 23.2 billion euros in 2023, and holds, alone or in partnership, world or regional leadership positions in its core markets. Safran undertakes research and development programs to maintain the environmental priorities of its R&T and innovation roadmap.

Safran is in the 1st place in the aerospace and defense industry in TIME magazine's "World's best companies 2023" ranking.

Reference number
2024-149678

Job details
Job title

R&T Engineer - Propulsion Systems F/M
Employment type

Permanent
Professional category

Professional, Engineer & Manager
Part time / Full time

Full-time
Job description

Join Safran Tech's "Energy and Propulsion" department and participate in innovative projects by identifying and studying next-generation propulsion systems and unconventional aircraft energy architectures.

Mission :
• Identify and study propulsion systems within the aircraft energetics environment.
• Apply your thermodynamics expertise of turbomachinery to conduct engine cycle studies and preliminary sizing.
• Develop physical models of innovative modules (compressors, combustion chambers, turbines, etc.) in the preliminary engine design tool (PROOSIS), and calibrate these models using experimental data.
• Provide performance data for the energy representation implemented by the Aircraft Architectures department.
• Contribute to promoting studies and increasing the visibility of Safran Tech by participating in conferences and publishing your work in scientific journals.
• Participate in defining and monitoring research projects, as well as supervising theses.
Travel specifictity

• Close cooperation with other teams within the department.
• Work with various Safran Group companies (equipment manufacturers and engine manufacturers), particularly with experts in engine system architecture and modeling.
• Collaborate with laboratories, research partners, and industrial entities. Travel in France and abroad is expected.
Candidate skills & requirements

• Engineering degree (Master's level)
• Fluent in English
• Strong knowledge of aircraft propulsion systems architecture, thermodynamics, and engine cycles.
• Knowledge in thermal, thermomechanical, aerothermal, engine transitory, automation and regulation, PROOSIS, Python, Git, Gitlab.
• Excellent ability to synthesize and report on complex subjects.
• Creative mindset, passion for innovation.
• Work experience in R&D.
Job location
Job location

Europe, France, Ile de France, YVELINES (78)
City (-ies)

Rue des jeunes bois 78114 Magny-les-Hameaux France

Applicant criteria
Minimum education level achieved

Master Degree
Minimum experience level required

More than 3 years