Safran’s strong presence in the Golden State is emphasized during National California Day

On the occasion of today’s annual National California Day observance, Safran is showcasing its industrial and support locations within the most populous U.S. state – as well as highlighting the company’s commitment to corporate citizenship by working to improve the lives of children through the Give & Grow foundation.

Aircraft interiors and in-flight entertainment systems

With Safran Cabin’s headquarters in Huntington Beach, this business is well established in California. Safran Cabin’s Design and Innovation Studio develops cutting-edge technologies to meet the industry’s ever-evolving needs. One such recent development is a line of clean cabin solutions.

Huntington Beach also is home to Safran Cabin's galley production facility that specializes in the design, manufacture, certification and marketing of high-quality galleys and other cabin structures. In Garden Grove, the company’s customer support site offers repair capabilities for Safran Cabin's entire North America product range and houses an AOG (Aircraft on Ground) response team.

Safran Cabin's business in Carson houses the headquarters for the Water & Waste Systems division and covers a wide range of products, including vacuum and recirculating toilets, galley waste disposal equipment, military crew seats, and airstairs.

Additionally, cabin interior solutions are manufactured and integrated by the company’s Santa Maria facility.

Local communities benefit from support through Safran Cabin’s Give & Grow foundation, which is dedicated to childhood education through the renovation of local schools, scholarships, and educational programs. The foundation provides support through three aspects: Create – by improving the physical condition of schools; Educate – tutoring children who need help; and Donate – donating various supplies to underprivileged families and schools.

In Brea, Safran Passenger Innovations develops in-flight entertainment (IFE) systems and connectivity systems for the airline industry worldwide. The company has designed an award-winning In-Flight Entertainment and Connectivity (IFEC) system known as RAVE (the acronym for: Reliable, Affordable, and Very Easy) for both airlines and passengers.  

Safran services, electronics, defense avionics and auxiliary power units

Safran Aerosystems Services Americas – which offers a global distribution network of spare parts and components, maintenance of equipment, customized support services for airline operators, and dedicated technical support – is present in Van Nuys.

Safran Electronics & Defense offers a broad range of avionics solutions, including pilot controls, actuation systems, and cockpit solutions (switches, panels, latches). Its California facilities house a research and development center, support functions, and operations. The company’s Optics 1 business, a global leader in full-service design and production of electro-optic and navigation systems, has research and development and engineering capabilities in Simi Valley and Costa Mesa.

In San Diego, the Safran Power Units business builds auxiliary power units (APUs) for business jets at its 22,000-square-foot facility.

Santa Rosa based Safran Electrical Components is a subsidiary of Safran Electrical & Power specializing in the design and manufacture of electrical components. It offers a wide range of electrical interconnection components, fluid transfer sub-assemblies and power contacts. Additionally, the company produces harnesses designed for harsh environments that are used for landing gear and U.S. military use.