CAD Designer Drafter

About the role

We are seeking a talented CAD Designer Drafter to join our team at NASA Johnson Space Center. This is a temporary position not to exceed 26 weeks.

Responsibilities

• Support NASA Johnson Space Center spacesuit design and drafting activities using SolidWorks CAD Software.
• Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams to interpret requirements and develop compliant design and drawing solutions.
• Contribute to the design, development, and analysis of technical systems and components.
• Prepare documentation and present design work during formal design reviews.
• Participate in project meetings and generate required reports.
• Create and maintain all CAD files and design documentation within the CAD Data Management System.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Typically requires a HS Diploma or its equivalent. AAS degree, plus an additional 5 - 10 years of relevant experience.
• Must have the ability to produce drawings conforming to ASME Y14.5.
• Must have experience of mechanical designs, technical products and systems.
• Must have CAD design experience using SolidWorks.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Proficient with MS Office Products (MS Teams, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

Preferences

• Experience with Space Suit components and designs.
• Minimum 2 years' experience using SolidWorks CAD software.
• Experience using CAD Data Management Systems.
• Familiarization with JSC Fabrication Tolerances and Practices.

Benefits

• Excellent personal and professional career growth.
• 9/80 work schedule (every other Friday off), when applicable.
• Onsite cafeteria (breakfast & lunch).
• Much, much more!

Compensation Details

The compensation range or hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good-faith estimate of what the company intends to offer for this role at the time this posting was issued. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and relevant laws.

Benefits Overview

• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Retail benefits (including 401(k) matching).
• Retirement benefits.
• Education reimbursement.
• Parental leave.
• Employee stock purchase plan.
• Tax-saving options.
• Disability and life insurance.
• Pet insurance.