Industrial Engineering Lead

Job Description:

As a fully owned subsidiary of Safran Electronics & Defense, Safran Electronics & Defense Australasia Pty Ltd (SEDA) delivers and supports various products including high-performance optronics and inertial navigation equipment.

Reporting to the Head of Operations and Sustainment, the Industrial Engineering Lead is responsible for designing, coordinating, and executing industrial solutions for the implementation of an MRO Optronics Center of Excellence (CoE) at SEDA to support future product lines. The Industrial Engineering Lead will work closely with the Optronics MRO CoE Project Manager, internal stakeholders, and cross-functional teams in France to develop scalable processes, optimize facility layouts, define training programs, and manage the introduction of specialized tools and equipment. By leveraging expertise in process design, technology transfer, and optronics systems, the Industrial Engineering Lead will ensure that MRO operations are efficient, cost-effective, and aligned with global standards.

In this role, you will be responsible for:

Solution Design & Planning
-tDesign MRO process solutions for Optronics products, ensuring scalability for future expansion, including:
-tMap and develop the capability baseline based on preventive maintenance, recurring activities, MTBF, and spares cost across multiple product lines.
-tIdentify and leverage commonality across product lines to drive economies of scale.
-tDefine and design new industrial schemes in line with project strategy and objectives.
-tConduct facility assessments and reviews to determine required modifications/upgrades.
-tIdentify training programs, including development of skills matrices and qualification paths for special processes.
-tLiaise with local suppliers for make/buy decisions on tooling and test bench manufacturing, managing both ‘built to print and ‘built to spec scenarios.
-tDevelop modular implementation and validation plans to support staged roll-out and upper management decision gates.
-tLead detailed costing analysis covering key investments, scalability, and both recurring (RC) and non-recurring costs (NRC).
-tDefine implementation strategies, and present options and risk mitigation plans to top management.

Implementation & Execution
-tOversee implementation of facility changes necessary for capability rollout.
-tManage procurement and/or manufacture of special test equipment (S&TE) and required resources.
-tLead the implementation of MRO/operating processes, ensuring best practice transfer and standardization.
-tDevelop, transfer, and document procedures and work instructions to operational teams.
-tRoll out training program, ensuring all staff are certified and validated to required standards.
-tDrive commissioning and capability validation on supported product lines.

Job Requirements:

To be successful in this role you must have:

-\tBachelor's or master's degree in industrial engineering, or related field.
-\tDeep understanding of Optronics systems and associated MRO processes, including industrial scheme design, qualification, and validation processes.
-\tExperience in mapping, analyzing, and optimizing MRO workflows.
-\tProven record in designing, transferring and implementing industrial and process solutions for aeronautical or defense equipment.
-\tDemonstrated experience in orchestrating technology transfer and industrial validation in an international context.
-\tStrong cross-functional collaboration and communication skills, with the ability to engage and operate effectively with SED in an international context.
-\tDesirable French language proficiency is required for effective cross-border collaboration.
-\tExperience in engaging with suppliers, managing make/buy strategies, and technical contract management.
-\tStrong project management, planning, and reporting skills.
-\tAustralian citizenship is desirable, and applicants must have the ability to obtain and maintain an Defence security clearance.

Personal Attributes

Decisive and self-starting attitude
Effective written and verbal communicator with an emphasis on technical clarity
Strong problem solving and analytical skills
Attention to Detail: Ability to discern and accurately interpret small but important aspects of technical issues, documentation, and processes
Proactive, Autonomous, Rigorous, Organised
Ability to analyze data and apply statistical tools to assess process performance and identify opportunities for improvement.
Effective communication skills for working with cross-functional teams, ensuring collaboration and alignment of goals.

If you believe you meet the criteria and want to work in a friendly and progressive company, then we look forward to hearing from you.

Job Ident #: 164911

Company Details

Safran

2, Boulevard du General Martial Valin
Paris, Ile-De-France France, International 75724 International
www.safran-group.com

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Job Info

Location

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia

Type

Permanent

Company Details

Safran

2, Boulevard du General Martial Valin
Paris, Ile-De-France France, International 75724 International
www.safran-group.com