R&D Prototype Designer
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Job Title:
R&D Prototype Designer - Future Aircraft Cabin Innovation
Job Description:
Join our dynamic and visionary team as a Prototype Designer dedicated to shaping the future passenger experience within aircraft cabins. This is a unique opportunity to push the boundaries of design explore emerging technologies and create innovative solutions that will redefine how people travel. You will be instrumental in envisioning and developing cabin concepts that are not only aesthetically compelling but also enhance functionality comfort sustainability and overall well-being for future generations of travellers.
Responsibilities:
Visionary Concept Development: Researching emerging trends in technology materials human factors and travel to generate ground-breaking and forward-thinking aircraft cabin concepts
User-Centered Design: Conducting user research creating personas and developing user journeys to deeply understand passenger needs and translate them into innovative design solutions.
Integration of Technology: Envisioning and designing the seamless integration of cutting-edge technologies
Form Development & Aesthetics: Creating visually stunning and brand-aligned designs through sketching 3D modelling and rendering. Run internal customer feedback sessions and integrate feedback in project decision making & product design
Prototyping & Testing: Collaborating with internal teams to develop and test prototypes iterating on designs based on feedback and feasibility studies.
Communication: Effectively communicating design concepts and rationale to cross-functional teams including engineering marketing and management.
Collaboration: Effectively working with project managers of other projects to integrate the related project into the Future Cabin Studio within the Airbus China R&D and Innovation Centre context
Trend Analysis & Forecasting: Staying abreast of industry trends competitor activities and technological advancements to inform design decisions.
Intellectual Property: Contributing to the development of intellectual property through innovative design solutions.
Project Management: Manage external suppliers. Ensure project alignment with internal project stakeholders. Set-up and lead the multi-functional project team with all relevant parties involved. Continuously secure Project Buy-in Apply Project Management Methods
Qualifications:
Degree in Industrial Design Product Design Transportation Design or a related field.
A strong portfolio showcasing innovative design solutions concept development and a clear understanding of form function and user experience.
Proficiency in industry-standard 2D and 3D design software (e.g. Adobe Creative Suite Rhino Alias SolidWorks CATIA).
Excellent sketching rendering and visualization skills to effectively communicate design ideas.
A strong understanding of manufacturing processes materials and ergonomics.
Demonstrated ability to think conceptually and strategically with a passion for future-oriented design.
Excellent communication presentation and interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate effectively in an international team environment.
A proactive and self-driven approach with a strong desire to learn and explore new technologies and design methodologies.
A highly motivated creative and open-minded spirit with a can-do attitude.
Knowledge of aerospace regulations and cabin safety standards is beneficial.
Flexibility to travel regional and exceptionally international to collaborate and gain inspiration
Fluent English and Chinese for seamless communication.
Bonus Points:
Experience working on aircraft interiors or other transportation-related projects.
Familiarity with sustainable design principles and lifecycle assessment.
Experience with user research methodologies and human factors principles.
Patent filings or contributions to innovative design solutions.
This job requires an awareness of any potential compliance risks and a commitment to act with integrity as the foundation for the Companys success reputation and sustainable growth.
Company:
Airbus (China) Enterprise Management and ServicesEmployment Type:
Fixed term-------
Experience Level:
ProfessionalJob Family:
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Airbus is committed to achieving workforce diversity and creating an inclusive working environment. We welcome all applications irrespective of social and cultural background age gender disability sexual orientation or religious belief.
Airbus is and always has been committed to equal opportunities for all. As such we will never ask for any type of monetary exchange in the frame of a recruitment process. Any impersonation of Airbus to do so should be reported to.
At Airbus we support you to work connect and collaborate more easily and flexibly. Wherever possible we foster flexible working arrangements to stimulate innovative thinking.
Employment Type
Full-Time
