About this role
Key Accountabilities 1. Aerospace Tooling & Fixture Design Design and develop drilling fixtures, welding fixtures, inspection fixtures, assembly fixtures, special-purpose tooling for aerospace applications Create 3D CAD models, detailed manufacturing drawings, GD&T requirements, and BOMs in compliance with aerospace standards Ensure fixture designs achieve required positional accuracy, repeatability, and process capability for aircraft components and assemblies Perform tolerance stack-up analysis and design validation to meet aerospace dimensional requirements 2. Manufacturing & Assembly Support Collaborate with Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Quality, Design Engineering, and Production teams to define tooling requirements Support part/assembly manufacturing processes including drilling, riveting, fastening, bonding, sealing, 3D trimming, Welding and assembly operations Provide technical support during tool fabrication, assembly, qualification, and production deployment Troubleshoot tooling-related issues affecting product quality, schedule, or manufacturing efficiency 3. Tool Qualification & Validation Lead tooling tryouts, capability studies and validation activities Ensure tooling complies with process and quality requirements and as per design specifications Support root cause analysis and corrective actions related to tooling and assembly deviations Develop acceptance criteria and qualification documentation for new tooling 4. Project Management Coordinate with suppliers, machine shops, metrology teams, and internal stakeholders to ensure project milestones are achieved Manage tooling schedules, budgets, risks, and engineering changes 5. Continuous Improvement Identify opportunities to improve tooling performance, ergonomics, reliability, maintainability, and cycle time Implement Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives within tooling design Standardize tooling concepts and best practices across aerospace programs Support automation and digital manufacturing initiatives where applicable 6. Compliance, Quality & Safety Ensure tooling designs comply with aerospace industry standards, safety regulations, and customer requirements Integrate Poka-Yoke (mistake-proofing) features into tooling designs to minimize assembly errors Support PFMEA, risk assessments, and manufacturing readiness reviews Maintain design records and configuration control in accordance with aerospace quality systems Ensure CAD models and drawings are stored properly in Teamcenter and documentation in SAP Fixture or Tooling passports for each tool Key Deliverables NPI & Production-ready tooling and fixture designs Tool models and detailed drawings and BOMs Tool maintenance and operating instructions Tool qualification and acceptance reports Complete Tooling documentation in SAP Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) On-time tooling project delivery FAIR / Production schedule adherence supported by tooling availability Qualification/ Trials and acceptance rate Reduction in assembly and dimensional non-conformities Tooling-related quality escapes and corrective actions Tooling development cost and lead-time reductions Compliance with aerospace quality and safety requirements Qualifications & Experience Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering / Aerospace Engineering / Production Engineering, or equivalent 6 -10 years of experience in aerospace tooling, fixture design, manufacturing engineering, or sheet metal processes Hands-on experience supporting sheet metal parts / Engine externals/ aerostructures, engines, or aerospace sub-assemblies Knowledge of aerospace materials including titanium alloys, Inconel and other Tool steels Technical Competencies CAD Tools: CATIA V5/V6 or Siemens NX (preferred) GD&T interpretation and application (ASME Y14.5) Tolerance stack-up analysis Aerospace manufacturing and assembly processes Tool validation and qualification methods Metrology and dimensional control techniques Composite, metallic, and hybrid structure assembly tooling Knowledge of aerospace quality standards (AS9100, NADCAP awareness) Behavioural Competencies Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Attention to detail and precision Cross-functional collaboration and stakeholder management Project planning and execution Continuous improvement mindset Effective communication and technical documentation skills Ability to work in a highly regulated aerospace environment It is Essential that the Successful Candidate Has experience in tooling, fixture, jig, or gauge design within an aerospace or advanced manufacturing environment Is proficient in CATIA V5/V6, Siemens NX (Preferred), Creo, or equivalent CAD tools Possesses strong knowledge of GD&T, tolerance analysis, and manufacturing processes Has an understanding of aerospace materials, assembly processes, and dimensional control methods Demonstrates strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills Is capable of working effectively in cross-functional and international teams Has a proactive approach to meeting project commitments and customer requirements