Mechanical Technical Designer I - Appleton, WI

Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation•Appleton, WI

2d•Onsite

About The Position

This is an entry-level Technical Designer position in the 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.

Requirements

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.
Ability to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.

Nice To Haves

Experience with AutoCad also a plus.

Responsibilities

Modeling and drafting of new and derivative versions of aircraft interior furnishings/payloads and wire harnesses.
Creating models and drawings installing commodities into the aircraft.
Creating data consistent with industry accepted drafting practices and company standards.
Applying knowledge of common design and drafting principles, guidelines, specifications and standards to create basic electronic layouts, sketches, models, and drawings.
Obtaining form, fit and functional data and verification from engineers or senior designers.
Coordinating drawing requirements and release with engineers and senior engineers.
Reconciling and integrating the input of engineers.
Developing and recommending alternatives to simplify and clarify design intent.
Incorporating information from sketches, notes, layouts and markups to produce graphic representations of designs using computer-aided design tools.
Reviewing work for accuracy and completeness prior to drawing check.
Following established procedures to produce and revise electronic datasets.
Taking on special projects as assigned.
Performing other duties as assigned.