CAD Designer (Aerospace)
Location: Portsmouth
Rate: £40 per hour
Contract: 6-Month Agency Contract
â° Hours: 07:30 – 16:15 (Mon–Thurs) | 07:30 – 16:00 (Fri) | Every other Friday off
The Opportunity
We are recruiting on behalf of a leading aerospace manufacturing organisation for an experienced CAD Designer to join their Design Engineering team. This is an exciting opportunity to work within a highly regulated, safety‑critical environment supporting both new product introduction (NPI) and legacy design improvements.
This role is ideal for a detail‑oriented CAD professional with strong CATIA V5 experience, looking to contribute to innovative aerospace projects while working collaboratively with cross‑functional teams.
Key Responsibilities
* Create and develop detailed 3D CAD models, assemblies, and 2D technical drawings using CATIA V5
* Support design and development activities for aerospace products and systems
* Manage and implement Document Change Notes (DCNs), including updates to legacy designs
* Work closely with Design Engineers to ensure CAD outputs meet technical specifications and programme requirements
* Produce fully detailed drawings compliant with aerospace standards, company procedures, and configuration control requirements
* Participate in design reviews and respond to engineering change requests
* Resolve CAD‑related issues and provide technical support to internal stakeholders
* Collaborate with manufacturing, quality and procurement teams to ensure designs are practical and manufacturable
* Ensure all drawings and models are correctly released through document control systems
* Maintain high levels of accuracy, quality and data integrity while meeting project deadlines
About You
* Strong experience using CATIA V5 (Part Design, Assembly Design, Drafting)
* Proven background producing 2D and 3D CAD designs within a regulated environment
* Solid understanding of engineering drawings, GD&T, and controlled design processes
* High attention to detail with the ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines
* Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate effectively within engineering teams
Desirable Experience
* Experience managing engineering changes / DCNs
* Background working with metallic components
* Exposure to rubber mouldings or vacuum forming processes
* Experience supporting NPI programmes from concept through to production
* Previous experience within aerospace, aviation or similar highly regulated industries
What’s on Offer
* Flexible working pattern with every other Friday off
* Opportunity to work on cutting‑edge aerospace projects
* Collaborative and professional engineering environment
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