Aircraft Lav and Galley Mechanical Design Engineer 3

Company Description

aerostructures & engine-part manufacturing/assembly, engineering services, and MRO

Role Description

We are seeking a qualified and experienced Mechanical Design Engineer to join our US based Aero customer’s team in Pune, India at their newly established engineering office in India. As a key member of the Galley or Lavatory Integrated Project Team, the successful candidate will play a crucial role in new customer introductions, new product development, and sustaining activities. This position requires expertise in top-level assembly creation using CATIA V5 and AutoCAD proficiency in supporting workflows within the PLM system, and meticulous attention to detail in all engineering aspects. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following with other duties as assigned: 

• Develop top-level Galley or Lavatory assembly models in CATIA V5 & AutoCAD

• Create detailed components and subassemblies to meet project requirements.

• Propose design options for new customer requirements and guide them through purchasing, testing, and operations phases.

• Conduct and support internal design reviews.

• Act as the technical focal point in customer meetings.

• Publish accurate and comprehensive parts lists.

• Perform peer reviews of models and drawings to ensure compliance with customer requirements

. • Generate design solutions to address change requests.

• Update weight matrices for assigned programs.

• Understand and accommodate new customer requirements within design parameters.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including electrical engineers, stress engineers, flammability engineering, purchasing, operations, and program management.

• Provide support to manufacturing, operations, and testing activities as needed. 

Knowledge and Skills (Minimum Requirements): 

 Proficient in Boeing and Airbus monument designs, such as lavatories, galleys, closets, and dividers

. • Strong engineering skills encompassing structures, mechanisms, systems, and kinematics.

• Proven ability to multitask and manage several projects simultaneously.

• Capability to independently research and investigate design solutions.

• Relevant 3D solid modeling and drafting experience, preferably in CATIA

. • Interpretation of 2D drawings, including a strong understanding of GD&T and tolerance stackups.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office, including Excel, Outlook, Word, and PowerPoint. 

Preferred Requirements: 

• Proficiency in CATIA, ACAD and PLM systems such as ARAS.

• Advanced engineering skills in mechanisms, kinematics, and kinetics

. • Experience with commercial aircraft Galley, Lavatory monuments, or other interior products.

• Familiarity with Qualification Test Programs for Boeing and Airbus programs is highly desirable. 

Qualifications

• Experience in Design Engineering and Product Design
• Proficiency in Mechanical Engineering and Machine Design
• Skilled in Computer-Aided Design (CAD)
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills
• Strong communication and collaboration abilities
• Ability to work both independently and in a team environment
• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field
• Experience in the aerospace industry is a plus