Position Overview

We are seeking a Model Based Engineer who will be responsible for authoring and maintaining the 3D digital definitions of composite satellite structures within CAD platforms — defining ply shapes, sequencing, drop-off profiles, and core materials. The role owns the model-based workflow end to end: simulating how fabrics conform to complex molds to catch manufacturing issues before parts are built, generating flat patterns and factory-floor outputs (laser projection, automated cutting, and AFP paths), producing ply books and cross-section documentation for repeatability, and integrating designs with PLM systems such as Siemens Teamcenter to manage engineering changes and maintain traceability across teams.

Key Responsibilities:
- Authoring 3D composite definitions, defining ply shapes, ply sequence orders, drop-off profiles, and core materials inside CAD platforms
- Simulating how fabrics conform to complex molds. They identify manufacturing issues—such as fiber deviation, wrinkling, or bridging—before any physical part is built




- Generating flat patterns that account for material deformation. They export critical data directly to the factory floor, including laser projection files, automated cutting sequences, and automated fiber placement (AFP) paths
- Creating accurate cross-sections, core samples, and automated "Ply Books" (layup documentation) to ensure repeatability and part quality for technicians
- Integrating designs with systems (like Siemens Teamcenter) to manage engineering changes, maintain traceability, and ensure all teams access the latest digital definitions

Qualifications

Education:
Bachelor's degree or higher in Mechanical Engineering / Aerospace Engineering

Experience:
- Minimum 5 years of hands-on experience in mechanical design and composite structures design
- Solid technical skill in design of composite structure and design for manufacturability.
- CAD program experience required (NX, Fibersim)
- Demonstrated ability to

📌 Model-based Manufacturing Engineer (Hyderabad)
🏢 AST SpaceMobile
📍 Hyderabad