Joe Bogosian, CEO of Safran Defense & Space, Inc. (Safran DSI), and Pier Roviera, President of Space Solutions at Safran DSI, inaugurated the company’s new
Safran Defense & Space, Inc. (Safran DSI), a world leader in testing and telemetry solutions, has secured an order from Bell Textron Inc., a Textron
Safran Defense & Space Inc. (Safran DSI), a world leader in testing & telemetry solutions, has been awarded a multimillion-dollar preventive maintenance contract by a
On October 3rd, Safran leaders from France and the United States stopped by Norcross (Georgia) to visit our facility, meet our team and learn more about our cutting-edge activities for the aerospace industry.
October 6, 2023
Joe Bogosian, CEO of Safran Defense & Space, Inc. (Safran DSI), and Pier Roviera, President of Space Solutions at Safran DSI, inaugurated the company’s new
Safran Defense & Space, Inc. (Safran DSI), a world leader in testing and telemetry solutions, has secured an order from Bell Textron Inc., a Textron
Safran Defense & Space Inc. (Safran DSI), a world leader in testing & telemetry solutions, has been awarded a multimillion-dollar preventive maintenance contract by a
Today is National Intern Day! The opportunity to celebrate Sam Spivey, one of our interns at Safran Data Systems, Inc.
July 28, 2023
1. Present Yourself!
My name is Sam Spivey, I currently go to Georgia Georgia Institute of Technology (Atlanta, GA) for my bachelor in Aerospace Engineering. I am currently Quality and Health, Safety and Environment (HSE) intern at Safran Data Systems, Inc. (Norcross, GA).
2. How did you hear about Safran’s internship program?
My mother goes to church with Leonard Ferron, who works at Safran Data Systems, and his wife and was curious about any internship opportunities. After a tour with Leonard at Safran Data Systems sometime later, I was eventually brought on as an intern.
3. What are your main responsibilities?
I am currently working under Howard Alter, Manager of the Quality and HSE Department. Some of my responsibilities have included assisting him with presentations, tracking our KPIs, ensuring we have all the documentation for the chemicals we work with is in place, and performing internal audits.
4. What is something you have learned during your internship that you did not learn in the classroom?
I would say one thing would be the firsthand experience of just how important internal audits are. Ensuring and confirming that everything is up to par and regulation keeps us as a company productive and orderly.
5. What is one thing you enjoy the most about your internship?
It has all been very enjoyable, but I would say the general ability to see an aerospace company operate up-close has been an incredible learning opportunity and insightful experience. Nothing beats up close firsthand experience.
6. What is your advice to other interns looking to get the most of their experience?
Remember that it is all a learning opportunity. Don’t be afraid to ask any questions and always take the initiative to be as helpful and productive as you can. Try your best to talk to others outside of your department before you leave the internship to get the best scope of the industry as a whole as you possibly can. And also, have fun!
Joe Bogosian, CEO of Safran Defense & Space, Inc. (Safran DSI), and Pier Roviera, President of Space Solutions at Safran DSI, inaugurated the company’s new
Safran Defense & Space, Inc. (Safran DSI), a world leader in testing and telemetry solutions, has secured an order from Bell Textron Inc., a Textron
Safran Defense & Space Inc. (Safran DSI), a world leader in testing & telemetry solutions, has been awarded a multimillion-dollar preventive maintenance contract by a
To commemorate Veterans Day, Safran Data Systems, Inc. highlights Rob Dawson who served for the country. Discover his experiences and best advice.
July 25, 2023
1. What was your full rank and what part of armed services were you in?
I was a E-5 in the United States Marine Corp. Military service has been a family thing. My grandfather was a Pilot during WW2 in the Army Air Corporation; my dad was a Marine during Vietnam.
I started my Career in the Marines by going to Boot Camp in Parris Island, SC. Transitioned to Pensacola, Fl for Aircraft Electronics. Ended up in at VMMT-204 then to VMX-1 while working and testing the V-22 Osprey during its initial roll out. I provided Avionics support and Crew Chief duties during my time. My last two years of service I spent at Pax River, MD bringing the V22 back to flight. I was meritoriously promoted to Corporal and Sargant.
2.What was your role in that unit?
I was the Night Crew Avionics supervisor, QAR – quality insurance on all maintenance from my shop. Job was to mentor and train younger Marines while ensuring all work was completed safely.
3.Tell us more about your work experience at Safran Data Systems, Inc.?
I joined Safran Data Systems in Sept 2017. This is my first job post High School that was not a govt job. It has been an exciting cross over. The opportunity to continue to serve the military and our commercial friends has been exciting. The number of programs our products touch is impressive and it’s always great saying we have items that fly on this aircraft or that one.
4.What skills developed in the military are you using as Wester Sales Manager?
Leadership and unit communication is paramount in everything we do not only at Safran but in the military. I’m not sure it’s a skill but the military taught me how to handle myself in tough situations. Maybe more helped define a character trait. There is no situation that is too big and there is no customer request that is too small. I approach all situations the same and work hard at them.
5. Why hire veterans at Safran Data Systems, Inc.?
Safran Data Systems, Inc.’s main customer base is military, DOD and Tier 1 primes. Being able to operate and work in this environment is important. To know the rank of a military member is a major military curtesy. Typically speaking a military person understands two core fundamentals: work hard to mission accomplishment and troop welfare meaning they will take care of their teammates/coworkers. I think everyone in a business can appreciate these core values. We all want to accomplish our mission and we want to feel a part of a great team and be taken care of made to feel important. Safran Data Systems, Inc. does a great job of accomplishing this.
Joe Bogosian, CEO of Safran Defense & Space, Inc. (Safran DSI), and Pier Roviera, President of Space Solutions at Safran DSI, inaugurated the company’s new
Safran Defense & Space, Inc. (Safran DSI), a world leader in testing and telemetry solutions, has secured an order from Bell Textron Inc., a Textron
Safran Defense & Space Inc. (Safran DSI), a world leader in testing & telemetry solutions, has been awarded a multimillion-dollar preventive maintenance contract by a
On June 23rd, we celebrate the International Women in Engineering Day in order to honor women in the field of engineering. For the occasion, let’s learn more about Karen Bice, our Director of Programs and Engineering at Safran Data Systems, Inc.
June 26, 2023
Who Are You?
I’m Karen Bice, Director or Programs and Engineering.
Our goal is to break barriers and accomplish tasks never performed in our facility, such as assembling/validating a 7.3M antenna, the largest we’ve ever done. We are also working to create our own on-site engineering capabilities and increase US work scope share to meet our SDSI’s Buy American Act goals.
What do you enjoy the most about working at Safran?
Without a doubt, the people. We have a monumental task to meet daily customer needs while finding the time grow our organization exponentially. It takes an all-hands-in effort while leaving egos at the door, I couldn’t imagine taking our organization to new heights with any other group of folks.
What would you say to younger women hoping to join Safran Data Systems, Inc. or Safran?
Follow your dreams and dare to accept challenges. Follow your gut, be persistent, and don’t let others limit what you believe you can do. Keep learning, technology is changing fast, be open to change as well as to relearning and redefining yourself. Find a mentor, be it a supervisor, colleague or professional friend. Above all else, give yourself some slack when you fail. If you aren’t failing you are not trying; learn from your mistakes, shake yourself off and get back in the game.
Joe Bogosian, CEO of Safran Defense & Space, Inc. (Safran DSI), and Pier Roviera, President of Space Solutions at Safran DSI, inaugurated the company’s new
Safran Defense & Space, Inc. (Safran DSI), a world leader in testing and telemetry solutions, has secured an order from Bell Textron Inc., a Textron
Safran Defense & Space Inc. (Safran DSI), a world leader in testing & telemetry solutions, has been awarded a multimillion-dollar preventive maintenance contract by a
In December, 2022 , Jeff Rusincovitch (COO at Safran Data Systems, Inc.) went to Adairsville High School to present an overall of the aerospace sector and his job within Safran.
December, 2023
In a world that continually evolves, innovation remains the cornerstone of progress. At Safran Data Systems, Inc., we recognize that the future is built on the relentless curiosity and ingenuity of the next generation. This is why we’ve set our sights on a mission of education, empowerment, and mentorship.
Adairsville High School put in place the “MAGNET Program” which enable students to participate in rigorous, inquiry-based coursework in a focused area of study under the fields of science, technology and math.
Safran Data Systems, Inc. is more than a company; it’s a community of innovation, exploration, and growth. By inviting students to take on our challenges, we invite them to be pioneers in their own right, to make a meaningful impact in the aerospace industry.
Joe Bogosian, CEO of Safran Defense & Space, Inc. (Safran DSI), and Pier Roviera, President of Space Solutions at Safran DSI, inaugurated the company’s new
Safran Defense & Space, Inc. (Safran DSI), a world leader in testing and telemetry solutions, has secured an order from Bell Textron Inc., a Textron
Safran Defense & Space Inc. (Safran DSI), a world leader in testing & telemetry solutions, has been awarded a multimillion-dollar preventive maintenance contract by a
This year, National Intern Day is July 28. An holiday launched in 2017 to commemorate and thank our interns that will shape the future.
July, 2022
1. Present Yourself!
My name is Dave Carr, I currently go to Georgia Highlands College for my bachelor in Logistics and Supply Chain Management. I am currently Supply Chain intern at Safran Data Systems, Inc. (Norcross, GA).
2. Why did you choose to apply for an internship at Safran Data Systems, Inc.?
I fell in love with the aerospace industry while working hands on with an aerospace museum for a school project. The project consisted of figuring out how to move a Jetstar plane from a local airport to the museum. Coincidentally, I met someone who was working at Safran Data Systems, Inc. at the time, at my previous job. We chatted about Safran and my degree and she informed me of an opening for the supply chain internship so I applied!
3. In which team do you work? Tell us more about your daily tasks and the projects that you are working on.
I have been able to learn a lot in my short time with Safran. Learning hands on in the shipping department has given me many firsthand experiences with the equipment we manufacture. On top of that, learning the international shipping regulations and various shipping codes has helped solidify my understandings because each unit has very specific codes based on the descriptions. I have really enjoyed working with all the employees here in Norcross. It is a very welcoming environment, and everyone has the willingness to help if I ask for it.
4. Do you have any advice for students applying to or starting internships?
I believe there are three important concepts to understand when going into an internship. The first is that in an internship there is no task too big or little, so stay humble and do the task to the best of your ability. Secondly, there is no such thing as a stupid question. If you do not know the answer to something or the proper procedures for a task, ask someone. It is better to take the time to ask than to waste time doing something wrong. Furthermore, having the willingness to learn and the ability to adapt under pressure will go along way towards how successful an internship is!
Joe Bogosian, CEO of Safran Defense & Space, Inc. (Safran DSI), and Pier Roviera, President of Space Solutions at Safran DSI, inaugurated the company’s new
Safran Defense & Space, Inc. (Safran DSI), a world leader in testing and telemetry solutions, has secured an order from Bell Textron Inc., a Textron
Safran Defense & Space Inc. (Safran DSI), a world leader in testing & telemetry solutions, has been awarded a multimillion-dollar preventive maintenance contract by a
Starting in 2017, the national non-profit organization “Hiring Our Heroes” set aside July 25 to encourage employers to hire those who once served in the military.
July 14, 2022
1.What was your full rank and what part of armed services were you in?
I started my professional career in the U.S. Navy, where I served as a Surface Warfare Officer (SWO). My tours include Operations Officer aboard USS* OSPREY (MHC 51**) and Ordnance Officer aboard USS JOHN PAUL JONES (DDG 53***). As a midshipman, I also served in USS Honolulu (SSN 718****) and in the Spanish Navy aboard the Corvette La Vencedora and left active duty as a Lieutenant (O-3).
2. What was your role in that unit?
I served as Ordnance Officer onboard USS John Paul Jones (DDG-53). As the Ordnance Officer I was responsible for all gun/missiles systems and ammunition onboard the ship including the 5”/54 Light Weight Gun Mount, 20mm CIWS, 25mm cannon, Tomahawk missiles, Standard missiles, Harpoon missiles, torpedoes, sonobuoys, Night Vision Goggles and small arms. Additionally I was the ship’s boarding officer when we conducted Visit Board Search and Seizure operations in the Arabian Gulf. As Communications Officer onboard USS Osprey (MHC-51) I was responsible for the entire combat system, radar, sonar, communications equipment, mine disposal equipment and was one of two qualified Tactical Action Officers onboard the ship. Additional duties included being the Senior Watch Officer, Safety Officer, and CMS Custodian…
3.Tell us more about your work experience at Safran Data Systems, Inc.?
I joined Safran Data Systems, Inc. in October 2021 as CEO and I am really enjoying learning about the company, our people, products and Customers and growing our team.
4. What skills developed in the military are you using as CEO?
Business leadership, communications and teamwork were all taught to me in the Military and are extremely useful in my role as CEO. Having served on active duty and worked alongside U.S. joint forces and coalition partners for over two decades, I’m able to bring an operational perspective to the technical expertise acquired through the delivery of critical defense technologies including Anti-Submarine Warfare, telemetry, RF, and communications equipment for land, air, and maritime platforms.
5. Why hire veterans at Safran Data Systems, Inc.?
Veterans bring an operational background to Safran Data Systems, Inc. which is invaluable because many have actually used our equipment in the field. They have a dedication to service and appreciation for how important and critical our products are to those still in the Military. Veterans understand that what we build and how we support our Customers matters greatly and in fact could save lives during combat operations.
* USS: United States Ship
** Osprey-class coastal mine hunters
*** Arleigh Burke-class guided missile destroyer
**** Los Angeles-class submarine
Sources: Transition Assistance Program | U.S. Department of Labor (dol.gov)
At Safran Data Systems, Inc., we recognize the tremendous talent and competitive advantage that hiring Veterans provides organizations. Veterans comprise over 30% of our workforce, which reflects our commitment to hiring top talent in all career areas and levels within our organization.
Veterans not only bring a diversity of individuals, skills, experience, training and expertise, but also a global perspective and experience working in international environments, qualifications for success within global organizations. Veterans also typically bring the competencies that we value at Safran Data Systems, such as leadership, teamwork, decision making, adaptability, commitment and the ability to focus on and complete business imperatives.
We are committed to continuing to hire Veterans as a business strategy for achievement of our business success into the future.
Joe Bogosian, CEO of Safran Defense & Space, Inc. (Safran DSI), and Pier Roviera, President of Space Solutions at Safran DSI, inaugurated the company’s new
Safran Defense & Space, Inc. (Safran DSI), a world leader in testing and telemetry solutions, has secured an order from Bell Textron Inc., a Textron
Safran Defense & Space Inc. (Safran DSI), a world leader in testing & telemetry solutions, has been awarded a multimillion-dollar preventive maintenance contract by a
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