Mechanical Designer / Drafter II - AutoCAD

Responsibilities

• Conduct ship checks on United States Navy submarines to collect field data and verify existing configurations.
• Research submarine construction using ship construction drawings, specifications, and technical documentation.
• Collaborate directly with Mechanical Engineers to create 3D solid models supporting optimization of mechanical designs for shipboard installations.
• Develop 2D mechanical component and assembly-level drawings in accordance with applicable standards.
• Develop, update, and maintain Lists of Material (LOM).
• Support senior Mechanical Designer/Drafter personnel with development of shipboard installation and arrangement drawings.
• Apply mechanical drafting principles and engineering concepts to support design solutions.
• Implement Standard Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) practices in accordance with ASME Y14.5 standards.
• Perform self-checks of drawings and models to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance prior to submittal.
• Participate in internal design reviews and incorporate review comments into assigned drawings.
• Maintain organized electronic design files and adhere to configuration management and document control processes.
• Communicate effectively with engineers, designers, and program team members to clarify design intent and task requirements.
• Track assigned tasks, meet schedule-driven deliverables, and provide status updates to senior design staff or project leaders.
• Follow company quality management system (QMS) procedures and support continuous improvement efforts.
• Comply with all safety, security, export control, and confidentiality requirements when working in office, shipyard, and onboard environments.

Qualifications

• Ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Defense (DoD) Secret Clearance.
• U.S. Citizenship is required for the purpose of obtaining and holding a U.S. security clearance.
• High School Diploma or GED, plus a Computer-Aided Design/Drafting Certificate.
• Experience Requirements: 3 years minimum of business-related experience in one or more of the following:
• Creating 2D drawings using Computer-Aided Design (CAD) software
• Creating 3D drawings using solid modeling design software
• Technical Skills: Developed understanding of mechanical drafting principles, manufacturing processes, and drawing conventions.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering sketches, specifications, and technical drawings.
• Experience with Autodesk AutoCAD® and Autodesk Inventor® is desired but not required.
• SOLIDWORKS® experience is acceptable.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint.
• Experience using Adobe PDF tools.

Physical Requirements

• Physically capable of conducting ship checks aboard United States Navy submarines.
• Comfortable working in confined spaces.
• Ability to climb vertical ladders ranging from 20 to 25 feet unassisted.

Pay

The salary range for this position is USD $27.00/Hr. - USD $30/Hr. Actual compensation will be determined based on several factors permitted by law.

Benefits

• Healthcare benefits
• Paid leave
• Retail and retirement plans
• Insurance programs
• Education and training assistance

EEO Statement

EEO Race/Sex/Disability Status/Veteran Status