Mechanical Technical Designer I

Gulfstream•Appleton, WI

About The Position

Mechanical Technical Designer I in GAC Appleton Unique Skills: Let your career take flight Our aircraft are industry leaders and so are our people. We're looking for talented, motivated individuals who are ready to do innovative work, and we offer exciting career opportunities worldwide. Gulfstream Aerospace Careers Gulfstream employees benefit from a total rewards package that includes competitive compensation medical, prescription, dental and vision coverage starting on day 1 retirement savings plan Visit outsidegulfstream.com/benefits to learn more about our benefits plans. Spring 2026 graduates are encouraged to apply! This is an entry-level Technical Designer position in Structural/Mechanical Engineering group for Completions Engineering. Responsibilities primarily involve modeling and drafting of new and derivative versions of aircraft interior furnishings/payloads and wire harnesses as part of outfitting new aircraft using Catia V5 and AutoCad. Examples include custom cabinetry such as galleys, lavatories, closets, storage compartments, interior peripheries, water/waste systems, entertainment equipment installations, and seating installations. The technical designer will also be responsible for creating models and drawings installing the aforementioned commodities into the aircraft. Designers will create data consistent with industry accepted drafting practices and company standards. Assignments are executed under the direction of a senior engineer, Lead engineer, or Group Head to meet the manufacturing schedule. Additional responsibilities are outlined in the job description and as assigned by the Lead or Group Head. Candidate must be proficient in 3D modeling software, Catia v5 preferred. Experience with AutoCad also a plus. Education and Experience Requirements Associate's Degree in drafting, design, engineering, or manufacturing technology required or equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Entry level position. Familiarity with computer-aided design systems and basic personal computing. Basic knowledge of engineering, engineering procedures and design drawing standards. Position Purpose : Under direct supervision, performs a variety of basic engineering tasks in a specialized area, receiving instruction as to the tasks required. and the expected results. Prepares and maintains electronic datasets for engineering drawings with the assistance and direction of more experienced engineering personnel. Job Description Principle Duties and Responsibilities: Essential Functions: Applies knowledge of common design and drafting principles, guidelines, specifications and standards to create basic electronic layouts, sketches, models, and drawings . Obtains form, fit and functional data and verification from engineers or senior designers . Coordinates drawing requirements and release with engineers and senior engineers . Reconciles and integrates the input of engineers . Develops and recommends alternatives to simplify and clarify design intent . Incorporates information from sketches, notes, layouts and markups to produce graphic representations of designs using computer-aided design tools (Mentor Graphics, Oracle, Cadam, Catia, etc.) . Reviews work for accuracy and completeness prior to drawing check . Follows established procedures to produce and revise electronic datasets . Additional Functions: Takes on special projects as assigned . Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Candidate must be proficient in 3D modeling software, Catia v5 preferred
Associate's Degree in drafting, design, engineering, or manufacturing technology required or equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential functions of the job
Entry level position
Familiarity with computer-aided design systems and basic personal computing
Basic knowledge of engineering, engineering procedures and design drawing standards
Good analytical, interpersonal, communication and visualization skills
Ability to work both independently and in a team environment
This job requires one to be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language

Nice To Haves

Experience with AutoCad also a plus

Responsibilities

Applies knowledge of common design and drafting principles, guidelines, specifications and standards to create basic electronic layouts, sketches, models, and drawings
Obtains form, fit and functional data and verification from engineers or senior designers
Coordinates drawing requirements and release with engineers and senior engineers
Reconciles and integrates the input of engineers
Develops and recommends alternatives to simplify and clarify design intent
Incorporates information from sketches, notes, layouts and markups to produce graphic representations of designs using computer-aided design tools (Mentor Graphics, Oracle, Cadam, Catia, etc.)
Reviews work for accuracy and completeness prior to drawing check
Follows established procedures to produce and revise electronic datasets
Takes on special projects as assigned
Perform other duties as assigned