Altitude Aerospace

Junior Design Engineer (Contractor) Location: Remote | Salary: TBD | Employment: Full-time (International Contractor) WHO WE ARE Altitude Aerospace delivers engineering and certification solutions for commercial and VIP aircraft programs worldwide. With FAA DER, EASA DOA, and TCCA DAO approvals, we support customers from concept through certification and in-service. Our 150+ person team across the US, Canada, and France works on programs for major OEMs and completion centers globally. We offer 100% employer-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance, SIMPLE IRA retirement plan, paid vacation and PTO, and 8 paid holidays. THE ROLE Support the design, development, and certification of aircraft components, structures, and interiors. Working under the guidance of senior design engineers, you will develop engineering solutions that meet regulatory, safety, and manufacturability requirements across active aircraft programs. This role puts your CAD skills to work on real aircraft with firm delivery dates. WHAT YOU'LL DO Design & Deliver - Generate 3D models and engineering drawings using SolidWorks, AutoCAD, and CATIA. - Develop design solutions that meet FAA/EASA regulatory, safety, and manufacturability requirements. - Produce engineering packages and technical documentation to support production and certification teams. - Participate in design reviews and technical meetings, contributing analysis and documentation. Coordinate & Support - Coordinate with structures, certification, and manufacturing teams to resolve design interface issues. - Support certification activities by providing accurate drawings, models, and technical data. - Assist senior engineers in developing and refining design solutions throughout the program lifecycle. Impact: Your designs support aircraft certification programs and go into flying aircraft. You will build technical depth across multiple disciplines on a small, high-performing team. WHAT YOU BRING Required - Bachelor's in Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering - 0 to 5 years of experience in aerospace design engineering - Proficiency in CAD software -- SolidWorks preferred; AutoCAD and CATIA experience a plus - Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) - Strong attention to detail and ability to produce accurate technical drawings and documentation - Clear written and verbal communication skills for cross-functional coordination Preferred - Exposure to FAA or EASA regulatory requirements (Part 25, STCs, or similar) - Experience with aircraft structures, interiors, or systems design - Ability to work independently in a remote environment with minimal supervision WHY ALTITUDE - Real Programs: Work on active aircraft completions and STCs, not shelf studies. - Variety: Exposure to commercial, VIP, and military platforms across multiple OEM programs. - Mentorship: Work directly with senior engineers who are invested in your technical development. - Growth: Small enough to learn multiple disciplines, large enough for international projects. CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT - Fully remote position - Background check may be required - Travel requirement: 0 to 10% Altitude Aerospace is an equal opportunity employer.