Interior Design Engineer

Altitude Aerospace – Design Engineer, Aircraft Interior

Location: Tampa, FL (Hybrid remote flex) |
Senior Level: Mid‑Senior |
Employment: Full‑time |
Pay Range: $100,000 – $135,000 per year + benefits

Altitude Aerospace delivers engineering and certification solutions for commercial and VIP aircraft worldwide. Our 150+ team works on programs for major OEMs and completion centers, supporting the entire certification lifecycle from concept through in‑service.

Design aircraft interior monuments and systems (galleys, lavatories, seating installations) for active commercial and VIP completion programs. Own designs from concept to production, working directly with OEMs, completion centers, and certification authorities. Your CAD work becomes part of flying aircraft.

• Monument design (galleys, lavatories, closets, dividers) using 3D CAD from concept sketches to production‑ready drawings.
• Create engineering packages for production teams, minimizing rework and field issues.
• Integrate cabin systems (water/waste, oxygen, lighting, electrical) into cohesive interior layouts.
• Produce all necessary drawings following industry standards (ASME Y14) to support certification processes.
• Ensure designs meet FAA Part 25/EASA CS‑25 requirements and support type certificate and STC approvals.
• Collaborate with stress, certification, and systems engineers to resolve interface challenges before production.
• Support installations onsite when needed and see designs built and fly.

• Bachelor’s in Aerospace, Mechanical, or Industrial Design Engineering (Master’s preferred).
• 5+ years designing aircraft interior components for commercial, VIP, or military programs.
• Proficiency in 3D CAD (Solid Works, CATIA V5/V6, Inventor) with strong part/assembly design and drafting skills.
• Experience with galley, lavatory, and monument design; general interior design is a plus.
• Knowledge of FAA Part 25 Subpart D interior requirements.
• Ability to read electrical schematics and coordinate with systems engineers.
• Understanding of flammability, materials selection, and structural design for cabin components.
• Experience preparing and revising engineering drawings and technical documentation.

• STC or major modification program experience.
• CATIA knowledge-ware (parametric design, power copies, knowledge patterns).
• Experience with narrow‑body or wide‑body commercial aircraft platforms.

• Full medical, dental, and vision coverage (employer‑paid).
• SIMPLE IRA retirement plan.
• Paid vacation, PTO, and 8 paid holidays.
• Remote work options and hybrid flexibility.

• Hybrid remote role in the Tampa, FL metro area with occasional travel.
• Background check and drug screen required.
• ITAR eligibility may apply (U.S. person status required).

Altitude Aerospace is an equal opportunity employer.