SolidWorks Design Engineer

Comlux America LLC; Ben Davis (IN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company contribution

Company-sponsored HSA

Vision premiums covered

Medical, Dental, Life Insurance

EAP benefits

Financial consultations

Job summary

Comlux America LLC is seeking a SolidWorks Design Engineer in Indianapolis, IN to independently develop and support engineering designs for VIP interior completion, refurbishment, modification, and STC projects.

This role involves creating and reviewing detailed 2D drawings and 3D CAD models, performing analyses, preparing certification data packages, and coordinating with Production, Certification, and suppliers to ensure compliant, timely project execution.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in aerospace engineering, mechanical engineering, or a related field.
• Experience reading and interpreting engineering drawings and specs.
• Minimum 0-5 years in aviation interior or systems design.
• Ability to read/write/speak English.

Responsibilities

• Develop engineering designs for VIP interior completions, refurbishments, and STCs.
• Create, review, and approve 2D drawings and 3D CAD models.
• Perform engineering analysis and substantiation for interiors, structures, and systems.
• Develop compliance documentation and certification data packages.
• Coordinate with Production, Program Management, Certification, Quality, Procurement, and suppliers.
• Resolve discrepancies and manufacturing challenges during installation.
• Interface with FAA/EASA DOA/DERs and other authorities as required.
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to project plans and reviews.
• Review engineering documentation for accuracy and regulatory compliance.

Skills

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

3D CAD

Engineering analysis

FAA/EASA knowledge

Project coordination

Documentation

Mentoring

Team communication

MS Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree in aerospace or mechanical engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

MS Office

FEA/analysis tools

Job description

About Comlux America

Comlux America is a world-class VIPaircraft completion and refurbishment center located in Indianapolis, Indiana.The company designs, engineers, and installs custom luxury interiors andadvanced aircraft systems for airliner-derivative business jets. Comlux alsooffers scheduled and unscheduled maintenance services. Specializing in highly customized aircraft,Comlux transforms aircraft into personalized flying environments that reflectexceptional craftsmanship, precision engineering, and uncompromising safety.

Role Description

The SolidWorks Design Engineer is responsiblefor independently developing, analyzing, and supporting engineering designs forVIP aircraft interior completion, refurbishment, modification, and SupplementalType Certificate (STC) projects. This position applies advanced engineeringprinciples to create certifiable aircraft interior, structural, mechanical, andsystems modifications while ensuring compliance with FAA, EASA, customer, andcompany requirements.

Essential Job Functions

• Independentlydevelop engineering designs and modifications in support of VIP aircraftinterior completions, refurbishments, maintenance modifications, and STCprojects.
• Create, review,and approve detailed 2D engineering drawings and 3D CAD models utilizingapproved engineering software and company drafting standards.
• Performengineering analysis and substantiation activities supporting interiorfurnishings, aircraft structures, mechanical systems, avionics installations,and aircraft modifications.
• Developengineering reports, compliance documentation, certification data packages,installation instructions, and technical presentations.
• Coordinateengineering activities with Production, Program Management, Certification,Quality, Procurement, and external suppliers to ensure successful projectexecution.
• Support aircraftinstallation activities by resolving engineering discrepancies, fit, form, andfunction issues, and manufacturing challenges.
• Interface withFAA, EASA, Design Organization Approval (DOA) representatives, DesignatedEngineering Representatives (DERs), and other regulatory authorities asrequired.
• Participate indesign reviews and provide technical recommendations regarding certification,manufacturability, maintainability, and aircraft integration.
• Developengineering change orders, design revisions, and corrective actions asrequired.
• Reviewengineering documentation for technical accuracy, regulatory compliance, andadherence to company standards.
• Provide technicalmentorship and guidance to Associate Engineers and junior engineering staff.
• AssistEngineering Leadership with project planning, workload forecasting, andresource allocation activities.
• Maintain workingknowledge of FAA, EASA, and international certification requirements applicableto transport category aircraft.
• Supportcontinuous improvement initiatives related to engineering processes, designstandards, documentation quality, and project execution.
• Perform otherduties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications,Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degreein aerospace engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or arelated engineering discipline or 5 years’ experience in aviation component,interior or systems design.
• Minimum of 0-5years of engineering experience in aircraft completions, aerospace, aviation,aircraft modification, certification, or a related technical field.
• Experiencesupporting aircraft interior completion projects, STC development, aircraftmodifications, or transport category aircraft certification activities.
• Ability to read,write, speak, and understand the English language.
• Ability to readand interpret engineering drawings, technical specifications, certificationrequirements, and aircraft maintenance documentary...

Required Skills andAbilities

• Advancedproficiency with Computer-Aided Design (CAD) software; AutoCAD required andSolidWorks preferred.
• Strong knowledgeof engineering design principles, manufacturing methods, and aircraftinstallation practices.
• Working knowledgeof FAA and EASA certification requirements, including 14 CFR Part 25 andassociated advisory materials.
• Experiencedeveloping engineering drawings, reports, compliance documentation, andcertification substantiation packages.
• Ability toindependently manage engineering assignments and technical deliverables withminimal supervision.
• Stronganalytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability toeffectively coordinate activities across Engineering, Production,Certification, Program Management, and Quality organizations.
• Proficiency withMicrosoft Office applications including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, andProject.
• Ability tocommunicate technical concepts effectively to both technical and non-technicalaudiences.
• Strongorganizational and project management skills with the ability to managemultiple priorities simultaneously.
• Demonstratedability to mentor junior engineers and contribute to team development.
• Experiencesupporting customer meetings, design reviews, and technical presentationspreferred.
• Aviation,aerospace, aircraft completion, or aircraft modification experience stronglypreferred.

Work Environment

This position is based inboth an office and aircraft hangar environment and may involve:

• Exposure tovarying temperatures and weather conditions when in the hanger
• Moderate noiselevels
• Working inconfined aircraft interior spaces on aircraft
• Long periods ofsitting at designated desk space

Why join us?

Your success is oursuccess. We provide a competitive and comprehensive total rewards package thatsupports you and your family.

• 401(k) withcompany annual contribution equal to 3% of eligible compensation
• Company-sponsoredHSA
• 100% company-paidvision premiums
• Medical, Dental,Life Insurance, and EAP benefits
• Free financialconsultations and guidance

EEO Statement

Comlux is committed toproviding equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employeesregardless of race, color, religion, age, national origin, military status,veteran status, disability, sex (including pregnancy and sexual orientation),genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.