Design Support

STS Technical Services is hiring Aircraft Designers in Melbourne, Florida.

Position Purpose:

Responsible for facilitating the Customer selection of interior and exterior design elements along with supporting the configuration and options specification of all models of  Jets defined and requested by Customers and the company sales and proposals teams.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Support the Customer in the selection process as a trusted advisor representing their tastes and wishes in the selectable elements of their aircraft.
• Prepare records of Customer selections including contractual documentation, such as interior and exterior design renderings, color boards and materials data to document selections of the Customer for the company  Business Unit.
• Assist the Design and Configuration Manager in identification of new market trends and selectable materials to update and refresh the product offerings in accordance with company brand standards, Customer expectations and corporate objectives.
• Insures timely aircraft interior and exterior design package submittals to Customer (to include floor plan, elevation, styling, and material specifications and finish lists as defined by company.
• Participates in aircraft project Sales, pre-Contract, Proposals and Customer design reviews.
• Evaluates current aircraft interior and exterior design standards to identify and recommend opportunities for product improvement and/or value engineering.
• Reviews, and comments upon, aircraft project specifications/proposals; provides input to Design project budgets and schedules
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Education:

• BS/BA Degree from accredited college or university in Interior Design or Aviation or Engineering-related degree
• Certified Interior Designer preferred.

Experience:

• 2-4 years of Interior Design experience – Aviation related preferred
• Experience in design rendering, technical writing and/or report creation a plus

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Customer focused with good relationship building skills
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from customers.
• Knowledge of executive aircraft and the executive aviation market
• Professional appearance and demeanor
• Must possess good written and oral presentation skills and the ability to communicate ideas effectively to both customers and senior management.
• Proficient computer skills with use of Microsoft Office applications and 3DMax/Photoshop or related photo quality rendering software preferred. Experience with CATIA helpful
• Effective time management and organizational skills; ability to become involved in a number of projects in a fast paced work environment.

Working Conditions / Environment/  Special Requirements:

• Ability to work in a safe professional manner adhering to all regulatory requirements including, OSHA, EPA, State and Federal regulations.
• Employees will be subject to the random drug and alcohol testing under FAA regulations.
• Frequently travel to Customer locations is required.

General Commitment for All Employees:

• Commitment to company values and complies with department norms, policies, directives, and procedures.
• Incorporates Lean and P3E processes and concepts into daily activities.
• Strive for continuous improvement to processes and procedures.
• Honors and protects confidential and proprietary documents and information.
• Satisfies work schedule requirements.
• The job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of all activities, duties or responsibilities that are required by the employee.
• Performs other duties as assigned

About STS Technical Services:

STS Technical Services is a Top 100 Staffing Firm that’s partnered with some of the largest names in the aerospace, manufacturing, defense and industrial industries.

Our professional recruitment teams put talented individuals to work at client locations all over the world, and we have hundreds of exciting career opportunities for you to explore!

If you want to speak to a Recruiting Professional directly, call 1-800-359-4787.

STS Technical Services is an equal opportunity employer.

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