Safran Group
Senior Project Manager
Job details
General information 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 100,000 employees and sales of 27.3 billion euros in 2024, and holds, alone or in partnership, world or regional leadership positions in its core markets.
Safran is in the 2nd place in the aerospace and defense industry in TIME magazine's "World's best companies 2024" ranking.
As a worldwide leader in its sector, Safran Aero Boosters designs, develops and produces modules, equipment and test cells for aircraft and space engines. Based in Belgium, Safran Aero Boosters has two subsidiaries in the United States and employs 1,700 people.
Reference number 2025-165396
Domain Performance and Support
Job field / Job profile Project management - Senior project manager
Employment type Permanent
Professional category Employees / Staff
Part time / Full time Full-time
Job description Summary:
Under the direction of the Director of Operations, the Senior Project Manager is responsible for oversight of Safran Test Cells' projects, including but not limited to partial test cell/facility upgrades, equipment of projects and of complete test cell projects. The Project Manager will contribute to team efforts by handling all local issues at foreign and US installations and coordinating the communication between the Customer, Safran Test Cells' staff, vendors, sub‑contractors, and installation personnel.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Responsible for oversight of projects including but not limited to partial test cell/facility upgrades and equipment of projects.
Assist other Project Managers with oversight of complete test cell projects, which may include build construction, manufacturing, installation, integration, and acceptance testing of Safran Test Cells and 3rd party equipment.
Responsible for the coordination and communications between the Customer, Safran Test Cells' staff, vendors, sub‑contractors, installation personnel and any other personnel or firms involved in building, installing, and commissioning the project.
Responsible for financial management with support from the Finance Department, contract management, and customer relations throughout the Project implementation.
Assist in handling all local issues at foreign and US installations, including housing and local transportation for Safran Test Cells personnel, local procurement, and local office management.
Actively participate in a continuous improvement culture providing recommendations and implementing enhancements to current methods and procedures.
Responsible for issuing Purchase Order Requisitions and developing Contract.
Change Requests and Registers:
Responsible for issuing Customer Invoice Requisitions.
Actively participate in design reviews and other internal and external meetings as required.
Candidate skills & requirements
Education: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Architecture, Economics, Project Management or related field required.
7+ years of closely related experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
Minimum of 15 years work experience, across engineering disciplines involved in the project implementation, required.
Prior project management experience in the aero engine test cell business is highly desirable.
Qualifications:
Able and willing to travel up to 50% of the time both domestically and internationally, as required; some trips may last up to 6 weeks.
Demonstrated success managing large-scale, complex projects involving multiple internal and external stakeholders.
Strong communication skills both verbal and written with a proven ability to be assertive yet approachable delivering a positive customer service experience.
Demonstrate accuracy and thoroughness; actively seeks opportunities to improve and promote quality and monitors work to ensure quality is met.
Demonstrated excellent contract and vendor management skills.
Solid organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple competing priorities in a fast‑paced environment with close attention to detail.
Strong knowledge in the use of standard Microsoft programs including Microsoft Project, Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook.
Ability to integrate project management knowledge areas including project scope, quality, time, cost, communication, and risk management.
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple activities in various stages of completion.
Good customer focus, attitude and excellent interpersonal skills.
Familiarity with commercial construction practices preferred.
Being fluent in French, German, Arabic, Spanish or Chinese will be an advantage.
Annual salary 115,000-130,000
Job location North America, United States, Minnesota, Minneapolis
City (-ies) 651 Campus Drive, Suite 100, New Brighton, MN 55112
Applicant criteria Minimum education level achieved:
Bachelor's Degree
Minimum experience level required:
More than 8 years
ITAR Controlled Position:
Yes
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General information 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 100,000 employees and sales of 27.3 billion euros in 2024, and holds, alone or in partnership, world or regional leadership positions in its core markets.
Safran is in the 2nd place in the aerospace and defense industry in TIME magazine's "World's best companies 2024" ranking.
As a worldwide leader in its sector, Safran Aero Boosters designs, develops and produces modules, equipment and test cells for aircraft and space engines. Based in Belgium, Safran Aero Boosters has two subsidiaries in the United States and employs 1,700 people.
Reference number 2025-165396
Domain Performance and Support
Job field / Job profile Project management - Senior project manager
Employment type Permanent
Professional category Employees / Staff
Part time / Full time Full-time
Job description Summary:
Under the direction of the Director of Operations, the Senior Project Manager is responsible for oversight of Safran Test Cells' projects, including but not limited to partial test cell/facility upgrades, equipment of projects and of complete test cell projects. The Project Manager will contribute to team efforts by handling all local issues at foreign and US installations and coordinating the communication between the Customer, Safran Test Cells' staff, vendors, sub‑contractors, and installation personnel.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Responsible for oversight of projects including but not limited to partial test cell/facility upgrades and equipment of projects.
Assist other Project Managers with oversight of complete test cell projects, which may include build construction, manufacturing, installation, integration, and acceptance testing of Safran Test Cells and 3rd party equipment.
Responsible for the coordination and communications between the Customer, Safran Test Cells' staff, vendors, sub‑contractors, installation personnel and any other personnel or firms involved in building, installing, and commissioning the project.
Responsible for financial management with support from the Finance Department, contract management, and customer relations throughout the Project implementation.
Assist in handling all local issues at foreign and US installations, including housing and local transportation for Safran Test Cells personnel, local procurement, and local office management.
Actively participate in a continuous improvement culture providing recommendations and implementing enhancements to current methods and procedures.
Responsible for issuing Purchase Order Requisitions and developing Contract.
Change Requests and Registers:
Responsible for issuing Customer Invoice Requisitions.
Actively participate in design reviews and other internal and external meetings as required.
Candidate skills & requirements
Education: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Architecture, Economics, Project Management or related field required.
7+ years of closely related experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
Minimum of 15 years work experience, across engineering disciplines involved in the project implementation, required.
Prior project management experience in the aero engine test cell business is highly desirable.
Qualifications:
Able and willing to travel up to 50% of the time both domestically and internationally, as required; some trips may last up to 6 weeks.
Demonstrated success managing large-scale, complex projects involving multiple internal and external stakeholders.
Strong communication skills both verbal and written with a proven ability to be assertive yet approachable delivering a positive customer service experience.
Demonstrate accuracy and thoroughness; actively seeks opportunities to improve and promote quality and monitors work to ensure quality is met.
Demonstrated excellent contract and vendor management skills.
Solid organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple competing priorities in a fast‑paced environment with close attention to detail.
Strong knowledge in the use of standard Microsoft programs including Microsoft Project, Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook.
Ability to integrate project management knowledge areas including project scope, quality, time, cost, communication, and risk management.
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple activities in various stages of completion.
Good customer focus, attitude and excellent interpersonal skills.
Familiarity with commercial construction practices preferred.
Being fluent in French, German, Arabic, Spanish or Chinese will be an advantage.
Annual salary 115,000-130,000
Job location North America, United States, Minnesota, Minneapolis
City (-ies) 651 Campus Drive, Suite 100, New Brighton, MN 55112
Applicant criteria Minimum education level achieved:
Bachelor's Degree
Minimum experience level required:
More than 8 years
ITAR Controlled Position:
Yes
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