Freelance Interior Design Procurement Jobs in Indiana

About Comlux America
Comlux America is a world-class VIP aircraftcompletion and refurbishment center located in Indianapolis, Indiana. Thecompany designs, engineers, and installs custom luxury interiors and advancedaircraft systems for airliner-derivative business jets. Comlux also offersscheduled and unscheduled maintenance services. Specializing in highly customized aircraft, Comlux transforms aircraftinto personalized flying environments that reflect exceptional craftsmanship, precisionengineering, and uncompromising safety.

Role Description

The Interior Designer is responsible fordeveloping and executing VIP aircraft interior designs from initial conceptthrough aircraft completion and delivery. This position provides in-housedesign expertise utilizing interior design software, technical drawingpractices, material knowledge, and classical design principles to developinterior solutions that meet customer expectations, production requirements,and applicable aircraft completion standards.

The Interior Designer works closely with the ChiefDesigner, Sales, Program Management, Engineering, Procurement, Production,vendors, and customers to develop design concepts, define materials andfinishes, produce technical design documentation, and support the successfulcompletion of assigned aircraft. This position is expected to workindependently on assigned design responsibilities while supporting the overalldesign direction established by the Chief Designer.

Essential Job Functions

        Support Sales and Program Management duringpre- and post-contract phases by providing configuration definition, materialspecifications, design research, and other design information required tosupport customer proposals and aircraft completion planning.

        Participate in customer and internal designreview activities with both internal and external customers.

        Support Sales and Program Management in thedevelopment of customer proposals, contracts, design concepts, and presentationmaterials.

        Read, interpret, and create aircraftmechanical and interior design drawings to support VIP aircraft completionprograms.

        Develop computer-generated drawings anddesign documentation supporting Sales, Engineering, and Production, interiorelevations, Design Control Drawings, and Detailed Design Definition Packages.

        Develop interior design concepts, materialschemes, and finish selections that align with customer requirements, approveddesign direction, aircraft configuration, and production capabilities.

        Apply knowledge of interior materials, softgoods, finishes, and material composition to support design decisions andensure materials are appropriate for aircraft application and applicable burntest requirements.

        Support aircraft completion activities frominduction through delivery, including finalizing design documentation based oncustomer approvals and incorporating approved design changes throughout thecompletion process.

        Define and maintain final materialspecifications, finishes, quantities, and supporting documentation based onapproved customer designs.

        Interface with vendors and suppliersregarding aircraft component definition, materials, finishes, and other designrequirements.

        Partner with Engineering and Production toresolve design and material-related issues and ensure design intent can beeffectively translated into production and aircraft installation.

        Maintain design documentation throughout theaircraft build to ensure the completed aircraft reflects the approved customerdesign.

        Support First Article Inspections and otherproduction quality activities to verify that completed components andinstallations conform to approved design requirements.

        Maintain and update the Material FinishDocument (MFD) and other applicable design documentation throughout theaircraft completion process.

        Develop and maintain strong workingrelationships with internal and external vendors to support design execution,material sourcing, and component development.

        Maintain the department's material andsample library, including customer-approved material samples, referencematerials, presentation boards, and design resources.

        Support customer presentations, photoshoots, reference materials, and development of ready-to-present designschemes.

        Remain current on aircraft interiormaterials, design trends, manufacturing capabilities, and applicable aircraftcompletion requirements.

        Provide guidance and technical support toAssociate Interior Designers on assigned projects and design activities.

        Support continuous improvement of designprocesses, documentation, material management, and design-to-productionworkflows.

        Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications, Education andExperience

        Associate's degree in Interior Design,Industrial Design, or a related field required; Bachelor's degree preferred.

        Minimum of 5 years of experience incorporate or VIP aircraft completions, interior design, product design, or aclosely related design environment.

        Demonstrated experience in product design,development, fabrication, and production environments.

        Proven proficiency with computer-aideddesign and drafting programs; AutoCAD proficiency required.

        Demonstrated knowledge of aircraft interiormaterials, soft goods, finishes, and material specifications.

        Working knowledge of aircraft mechanical andinterior drawings and the ability to interpret technical design documentation.

        General understanding of supply chainprocesses, vendor relationships, and material procurement.

Required Skills and Abilities

        Proficiency with AutoCAD, Adobe CreativeSuite, and Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, andOutlook.

        Strong understanding of interior designprinciples, color, materials, finishes, and design composition.

        Ability to develop cohesive material andfinish schemes for VIP aircraft interiors.

        Ability to translate customer concepts anddesign requirements into accurate technical drawings and productiondocumentation.

        Ability to read, interpret, and createaircraft mechanical and interior design drawings.

        Strong understanding of the relationshipbetween design intent, engineering requirements, manufacturing processes, andaircraft installation.

        Strong interpersonal skills with the abilityto interact effectively with customers, vendors, designers, engineers,production personnel, and other stakeholders.

        Ability to communicate technical anddesign-related issues in an assertive, professional, and tactful manner.

        Strong verbal, written, analytical, andproblem-solving skills.

        Strong organizational skills with theability to manage multiple aircraft programs, projects, and prioritiessimultaneously.

        Strong time-management and prioritizationskills with the ability to meet demanding aircraft completion schedules.

        Ability to work independently whilecontributing effectively within a collaborative, cross-functional team.

        Results-oriented approach with a strongcommitment to design quality, customer satisfaction, and on-time aircraftdelivery.

        Valid passport and ability to traveldomestically and internationally as required.

Work Environment

This position is based in an aircraft hangarenvironment and may involve:

        Exposure to varying temperatures and weatherconditions

        Loud noise levels

        Use of heavy machinery and specialized tools

        Potential contact with chemicals orhazardous materials

        Working in confined aircraft interior spaces

Why join us?

Your success is our success. We provide acompetitive and comprehensive total rewards package that supports you and yourfamily.

        401(k) with company annual contributionequal to 3% of eligible compensation

        Company-sponsored HSA

        100% company-paid vision premiums

        Medical, Dental, Life Insurance, and EAPbenefits

        Free financial consultations and guidance

EEO Statement

Comlux is committed to providing equal employmentopportunities to all applicants and employees regardless of race, color,religion, age, national origin, military status, veteran status, disability,sex (including pregnancy and sexual orientation), genetic information, or anyother characteristic protected by law.