Principal Aircraft CAD Designer (CATIA)

TL;DR

Principal Aircraft CAD Designer (CATIA/SolidWorks): Developing detailed 3D CAD models, assemblies, and manufacturing drawings for aircraft structures and systems with an accent on geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T) and PLM/PDM integration. Focus on creating complete manufacturing data packs, ensuring proper fit and function of complex aircraft assemblies, and supporting prototype development.

Location: Abu Dhabi, UAE

Company

ADASI (part of hirify.global) is a regional leader in autonomous systems, developing and producing next-generation unmanned capabilities for air, land, and sea.

What you will do

• Create detailed 3D CAD models, assemblies, and 2D manufacturing drawings for aircraft structures using CATIA and SolidWorks.
• Generate complete engineering data packs, including dimensions, tolerances (GD&T), and bills of materials (BOMs).
• Manage CAD data, part revisions, and product lifecycle documentation within PDM/PLM systems.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams and external suppliers to resolve design requirements and drawing clarifications.
• Develop and maintain standardized CAD practices, templates, and design methodologies.
• Ensure all designs adhere to aerospace quality standards and airworthiness requirements.

Requirements

• Diploma in Mechanical, Aeronautical, or Aerospace Engineering.
• 11–15 years of work experience in an aerospace or mechanical design environment.
• Expert knowledge of aircraft/mechanical design and composite designs.
• Proficiency in CAD packages, specifically CATIA or SolidWorks.
• Working knowledge of PDM/PLM systems.

Nice to have

• Additional certification or specialized training in CATIA and/or SolidWorks.
• Advanced training in engineering drawing standards and GD&T.