POWERED BY TRUST. At Safran Electrical & Power, we’re all about trust: the trust employees place in the Safran Group and the trust customers place in us. We trust our employees to bring bold ideas to build the future of aerospace together, contributing to our ranking by TIME as the top Aerospace & Defense company on the 2023 World’s Best Companies list (#59 on the full list). In the role of IT Architect you’ll have the opporutnity to integrate internal and external technical solutions to support business needs, define technical architectures that support application and user services and ensuring the cohesive functionality of all IT resources. If you’re looking for the opportunity to apply your talents and demonstrate your enthusiasm for the aerospace industry as we build smarter electrical solutions for a better flight, this could be the position for you!
Hybrid work environment, involving onsite at our Denton office and work from home, may be available for this position. Must reside within commuting distance from our Denton office.
This position contributes to our vision by:
• Designs the implementation and technical architecture of Group and external solutions;
• Creates technical architectural documents describing planned solutions;
• Analyses the technical impacts of new solutions and impacts on existing architectures;
• Creates technical solutions meeting SEP needs in terms of quality, cost, reliability, availability, scalability, performance and exploitability;
• Participates in the definition of IT infrastructures, system references, and technical standards in terms of tools, procedures, standards, vocabulary, security;
• Contributes to the infrastructure roadmap and major Group initiatives;
• Conducts impact analysis on existing architecture and recommends technical choices to ensure the viability of chosen solutions;
• Ensures that internal and/or external opportunities are aligned with Safran Group policy;
• Supports project leaders with IT infrastructure expertise;
• Adheres to safe work practices and contributes to the evolution of the health, safety, and environmental program and culture;
• Regular, predictable attendance is required;
• Other duties may be assigned.
Highlights from our facility:
As the North American headquarters for Safran Electrical & Power, the Denton, Texas facility’s diverse team works together to innovate smarter electrical solutions for a better flight. Safran is a champion of the local community and supports programs like United Way, Serve Denton, and the Denton Independent School District, among other local organizations. Safran has won many prestigious awards from our customers, including the Sikorsky Elite Supplier and the Boeing Supplier of the Year. Located in the heart of North Texas, Denton is home to two major universities and a vibrant arts and music community!
Travel specifictity
approx 10% / always planned in advance. Quarterly visits
Additional description
Ongoing initiatives, like Women@Safran and our engagement action plans, have helped to create a diverse, inclusive, empowered, people-first, excellence-driven culture, making Safran Electrical & Power a great place to work.
The CSR (Corporate Social Responsibility) strategy, Engage for the Future, is based on four pillars: decarbonizing aviation, being an exemplary employer, exemplifying responsible industry, and affirming our commitment to society. In response to the urgent climate challenge, Safran has an ambitious policy to support the transition to carbon-neutral aviation by 2050, involving all of our teams in the solutions. At Safran, we are passionate employees who work together for a sustainable future.
Safran Electrical & Power offers competitive salaries, recognition programs, comprehensive benefits, retirement plans with employer match, corporate university training courses, professional development programs, tuition assistance, hybrid remote work, flexible work scheduling and paid leave. We offer the opportunity for a rich and diverse career across over 300 job fields and international sites while our teams work to continuously develop their skills.
Relocation assistance offered for this position.
Candidate skills & requirements
Safran Electrical & Power looks for service-oriented team players with strong interpersonal skills, the right attitude and adaptability to an innovative and evolving environment.
• Information Technology – Expert
• Network and Telecommunications (CISCO, MPLS/WAN)- Advanced
• IT Security (Palo Alto, Forcepoint, Encryption)- Advanced
• On premises services (VMWare, Netapp, EMC Storage) – Advanced
• Cloud Solutions (AWS) – Advanced
• Enterprise Architecture – Advanced
• ITIL processes – Basic
• Project Management – Basic
• Excellent verbal and oral communication – Advanced (English)
Certifications, Licenses, Registrations:
• Experience in NIST 800-171 and CMMC certification processes and environments preferred
• TOGAF certification preferred
Across all team members, we are looking for the following attributes:
• Team oriented
• Process focused
• Open & honest communication
• Quality minded
• Ability to persevere and honor commitments
• Recognizes success
• Executes with urgency
• Creates solutions
• Customer focused in everything we do
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, ethnicity, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or other legally protected status.
Safran Electrical & 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 e-mail austin.lee@safrangroup.com or call: 940-272-5606. We will make a determination on your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis.
Candidates for positions with Safran Electrical & Power must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Employment eligibility verification will be required at the time of hire.
This position requires access to technologies and hardware subject to US national security based export control requirements. All applicants must be US Citizens, or otherwise authorized by the U.S. Government. No company sponsorship will be offered
Annual salary
$116,161 – $164,077
Job location
Job location
North America, United States, Texas
City (-ies)
Denton
Applicant criteria
Minimum education level achieved
Bachelor’s Degree
Minimum experience level required
More than 5 years
Additional Languages preferred
English (Fluent)