Engineering Drafter

About the role

The Engineering Drafter will support the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) in preparing for civil, electrical, electronic, and mechanical design engineers using drafting software and automated tracking tools. The position supports air traffic control facilities across the geographic scope of the ESA.

Primary Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed technical drawings, plans, and schematics for government and institutional facilities, translating engineer and architect designs into clear, accurate construction documents.
• Create floor plans, elevations, sections, and site layouts that comply with project specifications, codes, and regulatory requirements.
• Affirm all drawings adhere to ANSI drafting standards, line conventions, symbols, and notation for consistency and clarity in public-sector projects.
• Collaborate with engineers, architects, and other design professionals to incorporate revisions, updates, and multi-discipline requirements into drawings.
• Utilize CADD software (e.g., AutoCAD, MicroStation, Revit, SolidWorks, or Civil 3D) to create, edit, and manage 2D and 3D drawings for construction and permitting.
• Generate detailed as-built drawings, record drawings, and revisions to reflect changes made during construction or facility upgrades.
• Maintain organized drawing files, layers, and documentation for ease of review, regulatory compliance, and future reference.
• Prepare monthly and semi-annual status reports.

Minimum Requirements

• Associate degree or higher.
• Six or more years of experience drafting engineering drawings using AutoCAD.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office products and information processing tools.
• Effective communication skills, both verbal and in writing.
• Ability to obtain and maintain Public Trust Suitability.

About Leidos

Leidos is an industry and technology leader serving government and commercial customers with smarter, more efficient digital and mission innovations. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, with 47,000 global employees, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $16.7 billion for the fiscal year ended January 3, 2025.