Safran S.A. Suppliers
French multinational aircraft engine, rocket engine, aerospace-component and defense company. CFM International partner with GE.
Headquarters: Paris, France (US HQ: various)
Business Segments
Major Programs
Safran manufactures and supports these major aerospace and defense programs, each requiring qualified suppliers throughout the supply chain.
CFM LEAP (with GE)
CFM56
Silvercrest Engine
Landing Gear Systems
Nacelles
Aircraft Interiors
Supplier Requirements
To supply Safran, machine shops typically need the following certifications and capabilities:
Required Certifications
Typical Capabilities
- •5-axis CNC machining for complex geometries
- •Exotic materials: titanium, Inconel, aluminum alloys
- •Tolerances to ±0.0001" on critical features
- •CMM inspection and first article inspection (FAI)
- •Full material traceability and documentation
- •DFARS compliant material sourcing
How to Become a Safran Supplier
Get Certified
Obtain AS9100 certification and ITAR registration if working on defense programs.
Register
Create an account in Safran's supplier portal and complete the registration process.
Qualification
Complete supplier qualification questionnaires and pass any required quality audits.
Build Track Record
Start with smaller orders to demonstrate quality and reliability before larger programs.
AS9100 Certified Machine Shops
These shops have the certifications typically required to supply Safran programs
Frequently Asked Questions
What certifications do I need to supply Safran?
Safran typically requires suppliers to hold AS9100, NADCAP, EN9100, ISO 9001. The specific requirements vary by program and component criticality. Most machined components require at minimum AS9100 certification.
How do I become an approved Safran supplier?
To become a Safran supplier: 1) Obtain required certifications (AS9100, ITAR if defense), 2) Register in their supplier portal, 3) Complete supplier qualification questionnaire, 4) Pass quality audit if selected, 5) Start with smaller orders to build track record.
What programs does Safran manufacture?
Safran produces CFM LEAP (with GE), CFM56, Silvercrest Engine, Landing Gear Systems, Nacelles and 1 other major programs. Each program has specific supply chain requirements and qualification processes.
Where is Safran headquartered?
Safran is headquartered in Paris, France (US HQ: various). They have 4 major business segments: Aircraft Engines, Aircraft Equipment, Defense, Space.
What types of machine shops supply Safran?
Safran works with AS9100 certified machine shops offering precision CNC machining, 5-axis capabilities, exotic materials expertise (titanium, Inconel), and tight tolerance work. ITAR registration is required for defense programs.
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