Engineering Projects Officer – CAD Specialist

About the role

The Engineering Projects Officer (CAD Specialist) supports the Engineering Projects team in developing aircraft interior, inflight entertainment and avionics specifications. The role focuses on creating accurate CAD drawings, 3D models and technical documentation to ensure new aircraft meet regulatory, safety and functional requirements.

Key responsibilities

• Analyse and compile product data, technical specifications and performance data during aircraft specification evaluations.
• Review and extract project information from existing airplane baseline programs and industry trends.
• Support IT enhancements and workflow processes for fleet expansions and data integrity.
• Develop 3D models and presentations for cabin designs, floor plans and passenger arrangement layouts using AutoCAD and other CAD tools.
• Create and maintain a digital repository of cabin interior elements and templates.
• Conduct engineering studies, field data collection and generate visual aids such as technical drawings.
• Investigate cabin item issues, propose engineering solutions and communicate findings across internal departments.
• Assist Project Engineers in preparing confidential specifications, tender documents and cost summaries.
• Maintain up‑to‑date specification documentation, aircraft specification matrices and monitor project schedules.
• Coordinate aircraft deliveries with supporting departments and assess new products and technologies for passenger IFE and cabin interiors.

Required profile

• Proven experience using CAD software, preferably AutoCAD, to produce aircraft interior drawings and 3D models.
• Previous experience in the aviation industry is preferred.
• Familiarity with additional 3D modelling tools such as Rhino or Blender is an advantage.
• Strong analytical skills for product data evaluation and engineering studies.
• Ability to create and maintain technical documentation and digital repositories.

Required skills

• AutoCAD
• Rhino (optional)
• Blender (optional)
• 3D modelling
• Technical drawing