Mechanical Systems Design Engineer

About Comlux America
Comlux America is a world-class VIP aircraft completion and refurbishment center located in Indianapolis, Indiana. The company designs, engineers, and installs custom luxury interiors and advanced aircraft systems for airliner-derivative business jets. Comlux also offers scheduled and unscheduled maintenance services.

Specializing in highly customized aircraft, Comlux transforms aircraft into personalized flying environments that reflect exceptional craftsmanship, precision engineering, and uncompromising safety.

Role Description

The Mechanical Systems Design Engineer is responsible for the design, analysis, and integration of aircraft mechanical systems supporting VIP aircraft interior completion and avionics modificationprograms. This role collaborates with structural engineering, avionics engineering, certification, and production teams to develop installationdesigns and engineering instructions required for aircraft modifications.

This position requires strong technicalproblem-solving capabilities, knowledge of aircraft mechanical systems, and the ability to support engineering activities throughout the design, certification,and production phases of aircraft completion projects.

Essential Job Functions

· Develop mechanical system designs and perform engineering analysis in support of VIP aircraft interior completion andavionics modification programs.

· Create and maintain engineering drawings,design documentation, and system reports required to support STC development and aircraft modification programs.

· Develop mechanical system modificationconcepts and prepare installation work instructions, engineering orders (EOs),and supporting procedures.

· Support the design and integration of aircraft utility systems including air conditioning, ventilation, equipmentcooling, fire and smoke detection, potable water, gray water, vacuum wastesystems, oxygen, and bleed air systems.

· Review and analyze Service Bulletins (SBs),Airworthiness Directives (ADs), and other technical data, identifying potentialimpacts to aircraft modification programs.

· Identify discrepancies or conflicts within engineering drawings and technical documentation and develop corrective actions.

· Apply established engineering principles,company procedures, and regulatory guidance to resolve routine and moderatelycomplex technical issues.

· Support the preparation of engineeringsubstantiation documentation required for certification activities.

· Work closely with production and installation teams to support engineering questions during aircraftmodification and completion activities.

· Maintain awareness of FAA regulations and certification requirements, ensuring engineering work complies with applicableFARs, ADs, and manufacturer requirements.

· Contribute to the continuous improvement of engineering processes, documentation standards, and design practices.

· Continue professional development inaircraft mechanical systems engineering and certification practices.

· Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications, Education and Experience

· Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering,Aerospace Engineering, or Mechanical Systems Engineering, or a related discipline.

· Minimum 5 years of experience in aircraftmechanical systems design, aerospace engineering, or aircraft modificationengineering.

· Experience supporting aircraft modification,STC development, or aircraft completion programs preferred.

· Familiarity with FAA certification processes and aircraft regulatory compliance requirements.

· Experience reviewing aircraft technical documentation including maintenance manuals, service bulletins, andairworthiness directives.

Required

Skills and Abilities

· Proficiency in Computer-Aided Design (CAD) tools;
Solid Works preferred.

· Working knowledge of aircraft mechanical systems including environmental control, plumbing, oxygen, and utility systems.

· Understanding of aerospace engineeringdocumentation standards and drawing practices.

· Ability to interpret engineering drawings,aircraft technical manuals, and certification documentation.

· Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to clearly convey technical concepts.

· Strong…