Design Engineer I/II, Interiors and Structures

Altitude Aerospace; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 83,000 - 104,000; Full time

Job summary

Altitude Aerospace in Seattle, WA is seeking a Design Engineer I/II to join the Interiors and Structures team. You will build 3D models and 2D drawings for aircraft interiors and structural components using Autodesk Inventor (with some AutoCAD) and manage files in Vault and PLM 360.

You will work under senior engineers, coordinating with other disciplines to ensure integrated designs. The role requires a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering or equivalent hands-on experience,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent hands‑on modeling and drafting experience.
• 1 to 5 years design, modeling or drafting experience.
• Strong 3D modeling and drawing skills in a CAD tool; Inventor is a plus but not required.

Responsibilities

• Build 3D models and 2D drawings for aircraft interior and structural components in Autodesk Inventor, with some AutoCAD.
• Turn direction from senior design engineers into clean, accurate drawings.
• Manage files in Autodesk Vault and track tasks in Autodesk PLM 360 (Fusion Manage).
• Coordinate with other disciplines as designs integrate; ask questions to clarify.

Skills

3D modeling

Drafting

CAD tools

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering

Equivalent hands-on modeling and drafting experience

Tools

Autodesk Inventor

AutoCAD

Autodesk Vault

PLM 360 / Fusion Manage

Job description

Design Engineer I/II, Interiors and StructuresLocation:

On-Site, Seattle, WA area |

Salary:

$83,000 to $104,000 per year, based on level |

Employment:

Full-time, W2, initial 6 month assignment with likely extension

WHAT YOU'LL DOModel & Draft

• Build 3D models and 2D drawings for aircraft interior and structural components in Autodesk Inventor, with some AutoCAD.
• Turn direction from senior design engineers into clean, accurate drawings.
• Manage files in Autodesk Vault and track tasks in Autodesk PLM 360 (now Autodesk Fusion Manage).

Support & Coordinate

• Incorporate feedback from senior design engineers.
• Coordinate with other disciplines as designs integrate.
• Ask questions freely. This team would rather you ask than guess.

Impact:

Only a handful of companies in the world complete VIP interiors on wide body aircraft. Every program is custom built, so you won't get stuck doing the same thing over and over.

WHAT YOU BRINGRequired

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering, or equivalent hands on modeling and drafting experience
• 1 to 5 years of design, modeling, or drafting experience
• Solid 3D modeling and drawing skills in a CAD tool. Inventor experience is a plus but not required. Expect a ramp up period, with mentors to support you.
• Comfortable working from senior engineer direction
• Must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident and able to perform this work within the United States
• Able to work onsite in the Seattle, WA area

Preferred

• Autodesk Inventor, Vault, or PLM 360 (Fusion Manage) experience
• Aircraft interiors or structures experience
• VIP or business jet completions background

WHY ALTITUDE

Real Programs:

• Work on some of the most bespoke VIP aircraft interior programs in the industry

Mentorship:

• Learn the Autodesk Inventor suite with mentors to support you as you build aircraft design experience

Team Culture:

• An open, collaborative team where questions are welcome and your input is valued

Room to Grow:

• Potential to continue onto a major new program starting in 2027

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Onsite role in the Seattle, WA areaBackground check and drug screen requiredITAR eligibility required: U.S. citizen or permanent resident, work performed within the United StatesAltitude Aerospace is an equal opportunity employer.