Drafter

About The Role

AVIAN is searching for a Drafter to join our team in support of our Department of Defense customer. The ideal candidate will bring strong attention to detail, technical aptitude, and experience developing and maintaining accurate engineering drawings and technical documentation. This role will work closely with engineers, technical teams, and Government stakeholders to create, revise, and maintain drawings and models using SolidWorks and other computer-aided design (CAD) tools.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, revise, and maintain technical drawings, engineering drawings, layouts, schematics, and related documentation in support of Government requirements.
• Review engineering data, sketches, specifications, existing drawings, and other technical information to develop accurate and complete drawings.
• Utilize computer-aided design (CAD) software to create and modify 2D and 3D drawings and models.
• Incorporate engineering changes, redlines, markups, and technical feedback into drawings and associated documentation.
• Analyze drawings and technical data to identify discrepancies, inconsistencies, or potential design and documentation issues.
• Work with engineers, technical personnel, and Government stakeholders to clarify requirements and ensure drawings accurately reflect intended designs.
• Perform calculations, measurements, and dimensional analysis as necessary to support drafting activities.
• Ensure drawings are prepared in accordance with applicable standards, specifications, established drafting practices, and customer requirements.
• Maintain drawing accuracy, revision history, configuration control, and supporting documentation.
• Assist with the development of solutions to technical drawing and documentation challenges.
• Prepare technical information, findings, and recommendations for review by Government and engineering personnel.
• Support the organization, maintenance, and retrieval of engineering drawings and technical documentation.
• Perform other drafting and technical documentation support activities as required.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• 2-3 years of experience providing drafting, technical, engineering, operational, or related support.
• Proficiency or demonstrated experience with SolidWorks is required.
• Familiarity or experience with AutoCAD, NX, CREO, and Microsoft Office Suite is preferred.
• Ability to read, interpret, create, and revise engineering drawings and technical documentation.
• Ability to understand dimensions, tolerances, specifications, and other technical information contained within engineering drawings.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to identify discrepancies and maintain accurate technical documentation.
• Ability to communicate effectively with engineers, technical personnel, Government representatives, and other stakeholders.
• Ability to manage multiple drawing revisions and priorities while maintaining accuracy and configuration control.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Department of Defense security clearance. Due to the sensitivity of customer-related requirements, U.S. Citizenship is required.

About Being a Part Of Team AVIAN

As an employee-owner, you’ll be a catalyst for progress — helping us find new opportunities with current or new customers, company efficiencies, streamline processes, and bring people and ideas together in smarter ways. Whether it's helping us optimize workflows, enhancing the employee experience, or delivering more impactful solutions to our customers, your inputs will have reach and relevance across the organization.

Taking care of each other is a cornerstone of our AVIAN philosophy. Being part of the AVIAN team means being part of a team that takes pride in being expansive in our community because our impact doesn’t stop in the workplace. We actively engage in community initiatives, empowering our employees to make a meaningful difference.

You’ll Succeed Here If You...

• See opportunities where others see routine
• Are curious, collaborative, and passionate about making things better
• Enjoy connecting dots across teams, tools, and tasks
• Believe in doing the right thing the right way — even when no one’s watching
• Play an active role in our growth, using your ideas and initiative to shape how we work, serve, and succeed together
• Embrace a “one team” mindset knowing we are stronger together through trust, transparency and teamwork
• Understand the power of ownership — and are excited to be part of an employee-owned culture

Benefits

• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage, along with telemedicine services and a TRICARE supplement for veterans.
• Flexible and paid time off, 11 paid holidays, paid sick leave, maternity and bonding leave, and military training leave.

Why Join Us?

• Employee Ownership: We’re not just building a company — we’re building a legacy. As an employee-owner, you’ll share in our success and have a direct stake in our future.
• Real Growth: We’re expanding, evolving, and exploring new ways to serve. Your contributions will shape our direction and help us grow stronger.
• Purpose-Driven Work: Every improvement you help make is one that adds value — not just for us, but for the people and missions we support.
• Culture of Collaboration: We’re big enough to take on meaningful challenges, but small enough that everyone still knows your name.