Design Integrator

Greenpoint Technologies•Bothell, WA

5d•$33 - $45

About The Position

The Design Integrator supports the translation of design intent into engineering definition, manufacturing, and installation for assigned VIP aircraft completion programs. The role coordinates design information among internal and third-party designers, CMF designers, engineering, certification, manufacturing, and installation teams, helping resolve integration issues while maintaining established aesthetic and quality expectations. The position applies working knowledge of design integration processes and technical requirements, drawing on the expertise of the Design Team and cross-functional stakeholders to develop solutions throughout program execution. The Design Integrator develops and coordinates 2D and 3D design geometry, including Rhino models, and creates or maintains deck plans, design elevations, detail drawings, and other design documentation as needed. The role reviews design models, drawings, and engineering documentation for completeness and consistency, and collaborates with stakeholders to identify gaps, conflicts, risks, and solutions. It also supports design reviews, supplier development, mock-ups, samples, in-process product reviews, and First Article Inspections, as well as manufacturing and installation through aircraft completion. The position requires a bachelor's degree and at least four years of relevant experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. The posting also requires aviation background and aircraft interior experience. The expected Washington hourly range is $32.69–$44.71, with actual compensation determined by experience, education, location, and other factors permitted by law.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree (B.A.), at least four years of relevant experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Aviation background and aircraft interior experience are required.
For employees working on programs subject to ITAR, qualify as a US Person as defined in the posting: a US citizen, a qualifying permanent resident, or a political asylee.
Proficiency in Rhino 3D, including demonstrated ability to develop, review, and coordinate complex three-dimensional design geometry.
Working knowledge of AutoCAD Design software, Adobe Creative Suite, and MS Office.
Ability to create and interpret architectural drawings, including plans, elevations, sections, and design details.
Ability to understand and coordinate complex 3D architectural forms, interfaces, and geometry.
Strong written, verbal, and oral communication skills.
Ability to work effectively cross-functionally and externally with clients and vendors.
Ability to manage assigned responsibilities and priorities within established project schedules.
Ability to travel nationally and internationally as required.
Ability to work outside core business hours as required.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with Autodesk Inventor or similar parametric engineering modeling software.
Aviation background and knowledge of aircraft interior products and certification requirements are listed as preferred in the skills section, though the education and experience section also states that aviation background and aircraft interior experience are required.

Responsibilities

Support design integration for assigned VIP aircraft completion programs and coordinate design information among the Design Team, third-party designers, Engineering, Manufacturing, Certification, and Installation.
Collaborate with the GTI Design Team and/or third-party designers to understand and develop architectural and design intent, functional requirements, construction approach, equipment, and other factors affecting aircraft interior development.
Develop and coordinate 2D and 3D design geometry, including Rhino models, to define and communicate design intent and support Engineering development.
Create and maintain deck plans, design elevations, and detail drawings; support Material Identification Sheets (MIDS/FIDS/RIDS) and other design documentation as needed.
Review design models, drawings, and Engineering documentation for completeness and consistency, and identify gaps, conflicts, or areas requiring additional design definition with the GTI Design Team.
Work with Engineering, Certification, Manufacturing, and Installation to communicate design requirements and support technically feasible solutions that maintain established design intent.
Develop and coordinate architectural details, interfaces, and mock-ups to communicate design expectations and support Engineering and Manufacturing development.
Participate in design and technical reviews with clients, suppliers, and third-party designers as required.
Support Manufacturing and Installation throughout production and aircraft completion, working with the Design Team to address design-related issues and maintain design intent.
Identify design integration issues and potential risks, develop proposed solutions with stakeholders, and seek additional technical input for complex or unfamiliar requirements.
Coordinate supplier development activities and support mock-ups, samples, in-process product reviews, and First Article Inspections to evaluate aesthetic quality and consistency with design intent.
Apply and continue developing knowledge of aircraft interior engineering, certification, manufacturing, and installation requirements to support effective design integration.
Maintain regular attendance, arrive on time, and work full shifts.
Perform other duties as assigned.