Senior CAD Lofstman

CATIA User Position

We are seeking an expert CATIA user to support the engineering team by developing and maintaining CAD models of our cargo aircraft. This role will own the CAD representation of the aircraft exterior shape (OML loft) and support internal packaging and spatial integration activities.

Responsibilities

• In collaboration with engineering design teams (e.g., aerodynamics, loads, structures, systems):
• Use CAD software to produce and maintain 3D models, 2D drawings/schematics, and associated design specifications and instructions.
• Develop and maintain production quality Class A Outer Model Line / Loft definitions for the aircraft using modern 3D surfacing techniques. This will include a variety of surface types from simple shapes to carefully defined fairings.
• Create additional surface and solid models representing aircraft structures, systems and transport elements, mechanisms, and stay-in/stay-out/sweep envelopes.
• Provide geometric models to engineering disciplines for downstream analysis (e.g. aerodynamic CFD simulations, Finite Element Modeling, Mass Properties analysis, systems spatial integration and separation checks).
• Maintain the master model, including integration of CAD deliveries from suppliers into it.
• Lead 3D "fly-through" meetings to provide engineering team-wide awareness of airplane integration activities.
• Support Supply Chain, Business Development, and Marketing team requests for visualizations
• Maintain baseline control and appropriate versioning of CAD data using PLM tools and other processes.
• As one of our CAD focals:
• Identify and resolve technical issues related to CAD models, software and design processes.
• Mentor newer CAD users and provide guidance to the team on best practices and recommended software settings
• Manage CAD user accounts
• Interface with CAD vendor for maintenance and support of deployed CAD environment