Role & responsibilities

- Design and develop machining, assembly, and inspection fixtures using SolidWorks

- Create 3D models, detailed drawings, BOMs, and documentation for fixtures

- Develop workholding solutions for complex aerospace components including structural parts, engine components, and precision assemblies

- Perform tolerance stack-up analysis and ensure fixture accuracy as per GD&T; requirements

- Collaborate with manufacturing, CAM, and quality teams to ensure fixture suitability and manufacturability

- Support CNC machining processes (3/4/5-axis) by designing fixtures that ensure rigidity, repeatability, and ease of setup

- Select appropriate materials, standard components, and clamping mechanisms

- Conduct design reviews and incorporate feedback for optimization

- Support fixture prove-out, validation, and first article inspection (FAI)





- Troubleshoot fixture-related issues on the shop floor and implement improvements

- Ensure compliance with aerospace standards (AS9100, customer specifications)

- Drive cost reduction, cycle time improvement, and standardization of fixture designs

Preferred candidate profile

- Bachelors degree or Diploma in Mechanical / Aerospace Engineering

- 8–12 years of experience in fixture design, preferably in aerospace or precision manufacturing

- Solid hands-on experience with SolidWorks (3D modeling & detailing)

- Expertise in GD&T; and engineering drawing interpretation

- Experience designing fixtures for CNC machining and assembly processes

📌 Fixture Design Engineer -Aerospace (Chennai)
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