Principal Aircraft CAD Designer (CATIA)

External Job Description

About ADASI

ADASI is the regional leader in autonomous systems and services, dedicated to offering holistic solutions – from the development and production of unmanned systems to joint mission analysis and equipment acquisition. We manufacture, operate, and maintain next-generation autonomous capabilities for air, land, and sea, operating in demanding environments. Headquartered in the UAE, we are committed to advancing the region’s technological edge in defense innovation.

Key Responsibilities:

• Create detailed 3D CAD models, assemblies, and 2D manufacturing drawings for aircraft structures, systems, and components using CATIA and SolidWorks
• Generate engineering drawings including dimensions, tolerances, geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T), bill of materials (BOMs), and assembly instructions.
• Produce complete manufacturing data packs for production (assemblies, parts & BOMs)
• Maintenance of relevant CAD models, including “buy” parts within the PLM/PDM system
• Configuration of manufacturing data packs
• Work closely with specialists in a multidisciplinary team
• Adhere to relevant design & drafting standards and ADASI code of conduct.
• Create and manage complex aircraft assemblies, ensuring proper fit, form, function, and interface control between components.
• Utilize PDM/PLM systems to manage CAD data, part revisions, configurations, workflows, and product lifecycle documentation.
• Support prototype development, testing activities, and production implementation by providing accurate design data and technical documentation.
• Coordinate with suppliers and external stakeholders regarding design requirements, CAD data exchange, and drawing clarifications.
• Verify and validate CAD models and drawings through design reviews and quality checks to ensure compliance with project specifications.
• Assist in troubleshooting manufacturing and assembly issues by analyzing design data and proposing corrective actions.
• Develop and maintain standardized CAD practices, templates, libraries, and design methodologies.
• Ensure adherence to aerospace quality standards, company procedures, and applicable airworthiness requirements.
• Participate in design reviews, technical meetings, and project status discussions.
• Support integration of mechanical, structural, electrical, and systems components within aircraft assemblies.

Required Qualifications:

• Diploma in Mechanical Engineering, Aeronautical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
• Additional certification or specialized training in CATIA and/or SolidWorks is preferred.
• Training in engineering drawing standards, GD&T, and aerospace drafting practices is desirable.
• Knowledge of aircraft design principles, manufacturing processes, and configuration management practices.
• 11–15 years of work experience in an aerospace or mechanical design environment.
  
  

Technical Tools:

• Working knowledge of CAD packages, Catia or SoliDworks
• Working knowledge of PDM/PLM systems
• Expert knowledge of Aircraft/Mechanical design
• Expert knowledge of composite designs
• Thorough understanding of design principles

#ADASI