Engineering Model Maker at Safran Electrical & Power – Sarasota, Florida

Safran Electrical & Power
Engineering Model Maker

Company: Safran Electrical & Power
Job Field: Industrial Engineering
Location: Sarasota , Florida , United States
Contract Type: Permanent
Contract Duration: Full-time
Required Degree: Bachelor's Degree
Required Experience: More than 5 years
Professional Status: Employees / Staff
Salary: NA

# 2026-173430
Job Description

Description:
Support both new product development and sustaining production lines, using skills, methods, processes and tools associated with a prototype machine shop environment.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
• Develop and Maintain tools and fixtures utilized for the serial production of aerospace components.
• Support New Product Development by milling prototype parts via manual and CNC mills.
• Supporting New Product Development by turning prototype parts via manual and CNC mills.
• Supporting New Product Development by grinding prototype parts via manual and CNC grinders.
• Supporting New Product Development via Wire EDM of prototype parts.
• Perform induction and resistance welding operations for prototype parts.
• Create stamping and forming tools to fabricate prototype parts.
• Maintenance of tooling (riveting, molding, Welding, Etc.)
• Assisting maintenance team when needed.
• Development and design of new tooling and fixtures for production and model making tasks.
• Development of PM's based on required maintenance for new tooling and fixtures.
• Continuous improvement of existing tooling when applicable.
• Programming of CNC mills, lathes and wire edm.
• Supporting Design, Industrialization and Manufacturing with manufacturability feedback.
• Willing to work overtime
• Other duties as assigned

Job Requirements

Basic Qualification:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Minimum Qualifications/Requirements:
• Completion of an apprenticeship program in prototype model making or similar.
• Minimum of 4 years' experience in one off and prototype machining environment.
• Computer skills using Microsoft office products.
• Computer skills using CAD and CNC programming software.
Knowledge/Skills:
• Ability to work on different types of machinery such as mills, lathes, grinders, wire edm's.
• Thorough understanding of engineering drawings and GD&T.
• A thorough knowledge of both manual and CNC machining operations.
• Mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn about various new products and processes.
• Detailed knowledge of measuring tools. Calipers, Micrometers, Optical comparator etc.
• Ability to perform repair and maintenance activities on various manual machines.

But what else? (advantages, specific features, etc.)

Physical Demands:
The role involves a combination of sitting and standing, approximately 30% sitting and 70% standing.
Occasional heavy lifting is required, up to 35 pounds, occurring less than 10% of the time.

Work environment:
The work environment is on the production floor. Some jobs will be working with or around oils, grease, hydraulic fluids

This description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by an employee within this position. The actual duties, responsibilities and qualifications may vary based on assignment or group. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic data or other legally protected status.
Safran Electrical and Power is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. To verify the information in the job listing or if you need special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment, please call: 941-210-8648. We will decide on your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis.

Company 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.

Safran Electrical & Power is one of the world's leaders in aircraft electrical systems. The company is a key player in equipment electrification and in the electric and hybrid propulsion sector. It has over 14,000 employees across 13 different countries.