Details:
- Job Type: Permanent
- Job Status: Full-Time
- Location: Gauteng
- Date: 1 day ago
Description:
Are you passionate about aviation, advanced manufacturing, and composite structures? We have an exciting opportunity for a skilled Composite Design Draftsman to join a leading aviation manufacturing company and contribute to the design and production of world-class aircraft components.
Key Responsibilities:
Create accurate 3D CAD models and 2D manufacturing drawings for composite components and assemblies
Develop mould layouts, tooling drawings, trim templates, and production documentation
Collaborate closely with engineering, tooling, and production teams
Support composite manufacturing processes and continuous improvement initiatives
Maintain engineering documentation, revision control, and drafting standards
Minimum Requirements:
✔ N4/N5 qualification or higher in Drafting, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field
✔ 2–4 years' experience in composite drafting or modelling
✔ Proficiency in SolidWorks or similar CAD software
✔ Understanding of composite materials, layup processes, mould design, and cure cycles
✔ Strong attention to detail and engineering documentation skills
Advantageous:
⭐ Experience in aerospace, aviation, marine, or automotive industries
⭐ Composite tooling, surfacing, or trim fixture design experience
⭐ Familiarity with vacuum bagging, infusion, and wet layup methods
⭐ Exposure to CNC pattern-making or nesting software
⭐ Hands-on composite manufacturing experience
Location: Gauteng
Employment Type: Permanent
If you're looking for an opportunity to work on innovative projects in a highly technical manufacturing environment, we'd love to hear from you