Drafter/Engineering Technician

Bowhead seeks a Drafter/Engineering Technician to support the Advanced Technologies Division, providing technical drafting support to engineering teams engaged in the design, development, integration, and testing of weapon systems.

Responsibilities

• Produce 2D and 3D CAD models for mechanical assemblies, subcomponents, wiring diagrams, and system layouts related to weapon systems and associated support equipment.
• Generate detailed engineering drawings including dimensions, tolerances, material specifications, and geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T).
• Create fabrication and assembly drawings for prototypes, test articles, and production hardware.
• Update and maintain as-built drawings and baseline configurations throughout development and testing cycles.
• Coordinate vendor activities; provide technical input and oversight to ensure work meets specifications.
• Support engineers by rapidly iterating design changes based on test results, engineering review boards, and system integration findings.
• Assist with modeling of complex weapon system components, including housings, mounts, fixtures, brackets, racks, and mechanical interfaces.
• Interpret engineering notes, sketches, design intent, and requirements to produce accurate drafting deliverables.
• Contribute to engineering trade studies by providing model variations, fit checks, and layout options.
• Ensure drawings comply with DoD standards, MIL-SPEC requirements, and project configuration management processes.
• Maintain drawing revisions, controlled data sets, and documentation within engineering data repositories (e.g., PDM, SharePoint).

Requirements

• Proficiency in industry-standard CAD tools (e.g., SolidWorks, Creo, AutoCAD).
• Strong understanding of mechanical drafting principles, GD&T, and proper dimensioning practices.
• Experience working with engineering teams on hardware development projects.
• Ability to interpret engineering specifications, technical standards, and MIL-SPEC documentation.
• Familiarity with configuration control, drawing standards, and engineering release processes.
• Basic level skills in Microsoft Office software suite (Word, Excel, and Outlook).
• Strong technical troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills with multidisciplinary engineering teams.
• Solid organizational and documentation skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Capable of managing multiple tasks and shifting priorities in a fast-paced operational setting.
• Valid driver’s license in the state of employment with an acceptable driving record.
• High school diploma/GED with at least 7 years drafting experience.
• Must be able to obtain a security clearance at the Secret level; US Citizenship is required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Relevant Associate’s degree/Certificate (CAD/Drafter/EIT) in addition to at least 7 years of related experience (additional experience may be substituted for formal education for highly qualified candidates).
• Experience supporting DoD, defense contractors, or weapon system development programs.

Physical Demands

• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Must be able to stand and walk for prolonged amounts of time.
• Must be able to twist, bend, and squat periodically.