Design Engineer

Job #: 148865 Title: Design Engineer Location: Indianapolis, INDIANA Salary Range: 75,000.00 Position: Design Engineer Description:
Develop and execute VIP aircraft interior designs from initial concept through aircraft completion and delivery. Produce technical drawings, design documentation, material specifications, and finish selections that align with customer requirements, engineering standards, and production capabilities. Coordinate with internal departments, vendors, suppliers, and customers to support design reviews, resolve design-related issues, and maintain approved design intent throughout aircraft completion.

Requirements:
#Job Details

*VIP Aircraft Completion

*VIP Aircraft and Airliner-Derivative Business Jets

*Job Duration:


*Schedule:


*Tools Required

#Education & Job Requirements

*Associate's degree in Interior Design, Industrial Design, or a related field

*5+ years of experience in corporate or VIP aircraft completions, interior design, product design, or a closely related design environment

*Demonstrated experience in product design, development, fabrication, and production environments

*Proficiency in AutoCAD

*Working knowledge of aircraft interior materials, soft goods, finishes, and material specifications

*Understanding of aircraft mechanical and interior drawings and technical design documentation

*General understanding of supply chain processes, vendor relationships, and material procurement

*Proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite and Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook

*Strong understanding of interior design principles, color, materials, finishes, and design composition

*Ability to develop cohesive material and finish schemes for VIP aircraft interiors

*Demonstrated ability to translate customer concepts and design requirements into accurate technical drawings and production documentation

*Strong understanding of the relationship between design intent, engineering requirements, manufacturing processes, and aircraft installation

*Effective interpersonal skills for interacting with customers, vendors, designers, engineers, production personnel, and other stakeholders

*Strong verbal, written, analytical, and problem-solving skills

*Excellent organizational skills for managing multiple aircraft programs, projects, and priorities simultaneously

*Effective time-management and prioritization skills to meet demanding aircraft completion schedules

*Ability to work independently while contributing effectively within a collaborative, cross-functional team

*Results-oriented approach with a commitment to design quality, customer satisfaction, and on-time aircraft delivery

*Valid passport and ability to travel domestically and internationally as required

*Able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language

*Ability to read, interpret, and apply technical drawings, blueprints, schematics, or maintenance manuals

#Preferred Skills

*Bachelor's degree in Interior Design, Industrial Design, or a related field

#Job Duties & Functions

*Support Sales and Program Management during pre-contract and post-contract phases by providing configuration definitions, material specifications, design research, and information for customer proposals and aircraft completion planning.

*Participate in customer and internal design reviews with internal and external stakeholders.

*Assist Sales and Program Management with customer proposals, contracts, design concepts, and presentation materials.

*Read, interpret, and create aircraft mechanical and interior design drawings for VIP aircraft completion programs.

*Develop computer-generated drawings and technical documentation, including interior elevations, Design Control Drawings, and Detailed Design Definition Packages, to support Sales, Engineering, and Production.

*Create interior design concepts, material schemes, and finish selections that align with customer requirements, approved design direction, aircraft configuration, and production capabilities.

*Apply knowledge of interior materials, soft goods, finishes, and material composition to support design decisions and verify suitability for aircraft applications and applicable burn test requirements.

*Coordinate design activities throughout aircraft completion, from induction through delivery, including documentation finalization following customer approvals and incorporation of approved design changes.

*Define and maintain final material specifications, finishes, quantities, and supporting documentation based on approved customer designs.

*Interface with vendors and suppliers regarding aircraft component definitions, materials, finishes, and design requirements.

*Collaborate with Engineering and Production to resolve design and material-related issues and translate design intent into production and aircraft installation requirements.

*Maintain design documentation throughout the aircraft build to ensure the completed aircraft reflects the approved customer design.

*Support First Article Inspections and production quality activities to verify component and installation conformity with approved design requirements.

*Update the Material Finish Document (MFD) and other applicable design documentation throughout aircraft completion.

*Develop and maintain working relationships with internal and external vendors to support design execution, material sourcing, and component development.

*Manage the department's material and sample library, including customer-approved material samples, reference materials, presentation boards, and design resources.

*Prepare customer presentations, photo shoots, reference materials, and ready-to-present design schemes.

*Monitor developments in aircraft interior materials, design trends, manufacturing capabilities, and applicable aircraft completion requirements.

*Provide guidance and technical support to Associate Interior Designers on assigned projects and design activities.

*Contribute to continuous improvement of design processes, documentation, material management, and design-to-production workflows.

*Perform other duties as assigned.

#Physical Requirements & Environment

*Work in an aircraft hangar environment with exposure to varying temperatures and weather conditions.

*Encounter loud noise levels during work activities.

*Work around heavy machinery and specialized tools.

*Potentially encounter chemicals or hazardous materials.

*Perform work in confined aircraft interior spaces.

*Sit constantly during work activities.

*Stand frequently throughout the workday.

*Walk occasionally, including between hangars and within aircraft as needed.

*Drive occasionally as required by work activities.

*Lift and carry up to 50 pounds occasionally.

*Climb stairs and ladders occasionally.

*Bend and twist at the waist occasionally.

*Crouch and kneel occasionally.

*Reach frequently and perform repetitive motions constantly.

*Talk and hear constantly during work activities.

*See objects and details with a seldom frequency classification in the source physical demand assessment.

*Work indoors approximately 80% of the time and outdoors approximately 20% of the time.

#TeamGlobal Benefits

*Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), and more!

*TG Rewards Program

*Employee Referral Program
Job Type: Temporary Post Date: 10/09/2026