Safran

Metallurgist

Safran$90K — $113K *
Aerospace & Defense
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Metallurgical Engineering, Materials Engineering, Material Science, or related field
  • Eligible for P. Eng registration with Professional Engineer Ontario (PEO)
  • Minimum 5+ years of experience in aerospace materials and process engineering
  • Strong knowledge of aerospace metallic materials, including ultra-high-strength steels and titanium alloys
  • Experience with aerospace manufacturing and compliance with aerospace standards such as AMS and NADCAP
  • Proficiency in conducting failure analysis and root cause investigations
  • Effective communication and technical writing skills

Responsibilities

  • Review engineering drawings for material and process compliance
  • Evaluate and approve materials and processes used in manufacturing and repairs
  • Support Material Review Board activities with technical input
  • Conduct metallurgical investigations and root cause analyses
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve material issues
  • Analyze landing gear components and recommend process improvements
  • Develop and maintain material specifications and technical reports

Benefits

  • Support for professional development and further education
  • Engagement with diverse and multidisciplinary teams
  • Opportunities for involvement in high-stakes aerospace projects
  • Access to advanced materials and technologies
  • Potential for long-term career growth within the company
Full Job Description
Job details

Domain

Research, design and development

Job field / Job profile

Architecture and systems engineering - System architecture

Job title

Metallurgist

Employment type

Permanent

Professional category

Employees / Staff

Part time / Full time

Full-time

Job description
• Review engineering drawings to ensure material and process compliance.
• Evaluate and approve materials and special process techniques used in manufacturing and repair activities.
• Support Material Review Board (MRB) activities and provide technical disposition for material and process non-conformances
• Conduct metallurgical investigations, failure analysis, and root cause analysis activities.
• Collaborate with design, manufacturing, quality, suppliers, and customers to resolve material and process-related issues.
• Conduct failure analysis of landing gear components and recommend process improvements to mitigate risks.
• Support qualification, production, and in-service product support activities.
• Develop and maintain material and process specifications, procedures, and technical reports.
• Support customer audits, technical reviews, investigations and qualifications activities as required.
• Provide metallurgical expertise in project management, ensuring timely and cost-effective solutions.

But what else? (advantages, specificities, etc.)

Communication Skills
Internal: Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to influence decisions, prepare technical reports, present findings, and provide metallurgical guidance to multidisciplinary teams.
External: Strong interpersonal and technical communication skills to effectively engage with customers, suppliers, and external stakeholders in the resolution of material, process, manufacturing, and quality-related issues.

Candidate skills & requirements
• Bachelor's degree in Metallurgical Engineering, Materials Engineering, Material Science or a related field
• P. Eng designation or eligible for registration with Professional Engineer Ontario (PEO).
• Minimum 5+ years of experience in aerospace materials and process engineering, metallurgy, or related engineering disciplines.
• Experience supporting aerospace manufacturing, repair, or sustainment programs.
• Experience conducting metallurgical investigations, failure analysis, and root cause analysis.
• Experience interpreting engineering drawings, specifications, and customer requirements.
• Strong knowledge of aerospace metallic materials including ultra-high-strength steels, titanium alloys, and aluminum alloys.
• Knowledge of special process technologies including heat treatment, shot peening, coatings, plating, surface treatments, and forging.
• Experience working with aerospace standards such as AMS, ASTM, SAE, NADCAP, and customer-specific requirements.
• Knowledge of MRB, NCR, corrective action, and root cause analysis methodologies.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Effective technical writing and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and projects simultaneously.
• Ability to work independently and within cross-functional teams.
• Demonstrated ability to influence technical decisions and drive issue resolution.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to investigate complex material, process, and manufacturing issues and develop practical, cost-effective solutions.
• Landing gear or aerospace structural component experience considered an asset.

Salary: $90,500 to $113,000
Reason for Recruitment: Replacement

Job location

Job location

North America, Canada, Ontario, Toronto

City (-ies)

Ajax

Applicant criteria

Minimum education level achieved

Bachelor's Degree

Minimum experience level required

More than 5 years

About Safran

Safran is a French multinational aerospace and defense company. It designs, manufactures, and sells aircraft engines, rocket engines, and other aerospace components. Safran is also involved in the defense industry, producing optronics, avionics, and other defense systems. The company has partnerships with several other aerospace and defense companies, including General Electric and Boeing. Safran has operations in over 60 countries and employs over 95,000 people.
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