Sr. Airframe Design Engineer
Sr. Airframe Design Engineer -
February 6, 2026
-Vero Beach FL
-Job Description -
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Sr. Airframe Design EngineerPosition Summary:
- As a member of the Product Development IPT, you will support the Airframe Design Lead Engineer in all aspects of airframe design.
- You will lead primary and secondary structural design efforts for current and future aircraft, producing CAD models, detail drawings, major and minor assembly drawings, and installation documentation.
- In this role, you may also direct the work of design engineers and cross-functional team members to develop new and modified designs that meet FAA certification requirements and company standards.
- Produce conceptual layouts, manual installation, and assembly design and detail drawings using Siemens NX computer aided design (CAD)
- Design new airframe components, assemblies, and installations
- Compose Engineering Orders (EO) to release new drawings, correct drafting/design errors, revise design, or incorporate changes/modifications to existing three dimensional models and drawings utilizing Siemens NX
- Lead and direct engineering and design personnel in the creation of new and modified designs
- Establish schedule for design/drafting tasks based upon available manpower
- Track departmental programs drawings status and coordinate team / individual drawing schedule responsibilities
- Interact with outside vendors for the purpose of hardware selection
- Coordinate design work with stress analysts, aerodynamics, manufacturing, supply management, and other team members
- Review and validate installations and components through simulation, analysis, and test data interpretation
- Support production in the troubleshooting of assembly, installation, and operational problems
- Provide technical support for Legal, Marketing and Sales, and Customer Service departments
- Participate in general IPT project meetings as required during the development of a specific project
- Support the IPT, as required, in the preparation of material for presentation at design and program reviews
- Perform other related duties as required
Qualifications:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
Required Education and Experience:
- Bachelor of Science in Engineering; preferably Mechanical or Aerospace, with six (6) years of directly related experience, or equivalent
- General knowledge of all phases of aircraft design, approval, manufacturing, and service; including familiarity with all manufacturing processes and techniques relative to fabrication and assembly
- Proficiency in CAD modeling, best design practices, and engineering configuration management
- Familiarity with Microsoft Office suite
Preferred Education and Experience:
- Proficiency in Siemens NX CAD and Teamcenter for configuration management
- An understanding and working knowledge of Federal Aviation Regulations (FAR) Part 23 and associated guidance material as it pertains to this technical discipline
- Knowledge of ANSI 14.5 or GD&T practices
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