eVTOL Interior Trim Designer

The ePlane Company; Chennai; On-site; INR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

The ePlane Company is seeking an experienced Interior Trim Designer to shape the cabin experience for next‑gen eVTOL aircraft. You will design, model, and integrate lightweight interior components using CATIA and SolidWorks, balancing aesthetics, weight, and manufacturability.

Collaborating with stress, electrical, and industrial design teams, you will deliver airworthy, human-centered interiors while adhering to relevant aerospace standards and DFMA principles.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, Automotive, Product/Industrial Design or related.
• 3–4 years hands-on experience designing interior trims, cabin interiors, or mechanical layout systems in aerospace or high-performance sectors.
• Proficient in CATIA and SolidWorks with emphasis on Class A surfacing and detailed drafting.
• Strong knowledge of lightweight manufacturing processes and GD&T per ASME Y14.5.

Responsibilities

• Create detailed 3D models, surface geometry, and 2D drawings for eVTOL cabin components using CATIA and SolidWorks.
• Develop ergonomic interior solutions while meeting tight weight budgets and cost targets.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and apply DFM/ DFA principles for seamless integration.
• Participate in design reviews, risk assessments, and prototype validation.

Skills

CATIA V5/V6

SolidWorks

3D surface modeling

GD&T ASME Y14.5

Ergonomics

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical/Aerospace/Automotive/Product Design

Job description

Overview

We are seeking an innovative and detail-oriented Interior Trim Designer with 3 - 4 years of experience to join our aerospace design team. In this role, you will define the cabin experience for next-generation electric Vertical Takeoff and Landing (eVTOL) aircraft. You will design, model, and integrate lightweight interior components, cabin trims, seating structures, and surface finishes using CATIA and SolidWorks.

Working at the intersection of aesthetic design, human factors, and lightweight structural engineering, you will collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver human-centred, airworthy interior solutions optimised for safety, weight, noise reduction, and manufacturability.

Requirements

We are seeking an innovative and detail-oriented Interior Trim Designer with 3 - 4 years of experience to join our aerospace design team. In this role, you will define the cabin experience for next-generation electric Vertical Takeoff and Landing (eVTOL) aircraft. You will design, model, and integrate lightweight interior components, cabin trims, seating structures, and surface finishes using CATIA and SolidWorks.

Working at the intersection of aesthetic design, human factors, and lightweight structural engineering, you will collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver human-centred, airworthy interior solutions optimised for safety, weight, noise reduction, and manufacturability.

1. Interior Design & Component Modelling

• Create detailed 3D models, surface geometry, and 2D manufacturing drawings for eVTOL cabin components, including wall/ceiling panels, cockpit console trims, seat upholstery integration, floor coverings, overhead bins, and acoustic dampening trims using CATIA and SolidWorks.

• Develop innovative design solutions that balance aesthetics and passenger ergonomics while strictly meeting tight weight budgets and cost targets.

• Design complex Class-A interior surfaces and ergonomic interfaces tailored for urban air mobility (UAM) passenger comfort and driver/pilot usability.

2. Technical Documentation & Compliance

• Prepare engineering drawings, detailed Bills of Materials (BOM), surface layout specifications, and installation instructions in compliance with GD&T standards and aerospace quality management systems (e.g., AS9100).

• Ensure interior materials and trim assemblies meet regulatory flammability, toxicity, smoke emission, and crashworthiness requirements (e.g., FAA FAR Part 23/27/29 standards and EASA SC-VTOL criteria).

3. Cross-Functional Collaboration & DFM/DFA

• Collaborate closely with stress analysis, human factors, electrical systems (cabin lighting, HVAC ducting, and displays), and industrial design teams to ensure seamless system integration.

• Partner with suppliers and manufacturing engineers to apply Design for Manufacturability (DFM) and Design for Assembly (DFA) principles, prioritising rapid modular maintenance and lightweight construction.

• Participate in formal design reviews (PDR/CDR), risk assessments (FMEA), and thermal/acoustic packaging trade studies.

4. Prototyping, Validation & Mockups

• Support physical cabin mockup builds, human factors evaluations (reach, ingress/egress, sightlines), and prototype fabrication.

• Support material testing (flammability, tensile, acoustic, vibration) and iterate interior trim designs based on physical test results and user experience feedback.

5. Innovation & Sustainability

• Research lightweight, sustainable, and eco-friendly interior materials (e.g., bio-based composites, advanced thermoplastic trims, recyclable fabrics).

• Drive continuous process improvements in CAD surface modeling workflows and cabin interior design standards.

Qualifications and Skills

Essential:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, Automotive, Product/Industrial Design Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Experience: 3 - 4 years of hands‑on experience designing interior trims, cabin interiors, or mechanical layout systems in aerospace, automotive, or high‑performance transportation sectors.
• CAD Expertise: Advanced proficiency in CATIA (V5/V6/3DEXPERIENCE) and SolidWorks, with emphasis on complex surface modelling (Class A surfacing/Generative Shape Design), parametric sheet metal, assembly design, and detailed drafting.
• Standards & Processes: Strong understanding of lightweight manufacturing processes (thermoforming, composite compression moulding, injection moulding) and Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T per ASME Y14.5).
• DFX Principles: Solid track record in Design for Manufacturability (DFM), Design for Assembly (DFA), and lightweighting strategies.
• Soft Skills: Strong analytical thinking, problem‑solving skills, and clear cross‑disciplinary communication.