Aviation Cabin Interiors Lead — Luxury Design Specialist

Placements24; Mossel Bay; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Retirement planning

Career progression opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 in Mossel Bay seeks an Aircraft Interior Design Specialist to craft luxurious cabin interiors. You will translate concepts into safe, functional, and aesthetically striking environments, collaborating with clients and engineering teams.

The ideal candidate has a strong interior design portfolio, aviation familiarity, and a knack for detailing and presentation. This role offers a dynamic path in a renowned aviation-focused team.

Qualifications

• Degree in Interior Design, Industrial Design, or related field.
• 5+ years in high-end interior design; aviation experience a plus.
• Proficient in AutoCAD, 3ds Max, SketchUp, Adobe Creative Suite.
• Strong knowledge of ergonomics, materials science, and color theory.
• Familiar with aviation safety standards (FAR/EASA) for cabin interiors.
• Excellent communication and client management skills.
• Ability to read technical drawings and specs.
• Portfolio showing aviation or luxury interiors.

Responsibilities

• Develop creative concepts for aircraft cabin interiors, including seating and lighting.
• Create detailed design specs, mood boards, and 3D renderings.
• Select materials, fabrics, finishes with durability and aesthetics in mind.
• Ensure designs comply with aviation safety regulations and standards.
• Collaborate with engineering to integrate design with systems and structure.
• Manage projects from concept to final implementation with suppliers.
• Present design proposals to clients, explaining intent and value.
• Stay updated on trends in interior design and aviation cabin innovation.
• Conduct site visits or virtual reviews to gather requirements.
• Maintain documentation of design specs and material selections.

Skills

Interior design

Aviation interiors

Ergonomics

Color theory

Client communication

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Interior Design

Tools

AutoCAD

3ds Max

SketchUp

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

Placements24 in Mossel Bay seeks an Aircraft Interior Design Specialist to craft luxurious cabin interiors. You will translate concepts into safe, functional, and aesthetically striking environments, collaborating with clients and engineering teams.

The ideal candidate has a strong interior design portfolio, aviation familiarity, and a knack for detailing and presentation. This role offers a dynamic path in a renowned aviation-focused team.