Principal Engineering Drafter
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced Engineering Drafter to provide engineering and engineering data support services to the MMIII program. The successful candidate will update Engineering Orders (EOs) and technical drawings, review and validate engineering data, and ensure compliance with ASME standards and Air Force Drawing Standards.
Responsibilities
- Develop, draft, review, validate, and release Engineering Orders (EOs), technical drawings, and 3D models in support of the MMIII program
- Create and submit Change Notice Engineering Orders
- Create and edit 2D drawings using AutoCAD software and 3D models using SolidWorks software
- Convert 2D and 3D files to PDF format for viewing
- Track projects to ensure successful release back into the drawing repository
- Adhere to ASME standards and Air Force Drawing Standards
- Provide backup support for Configuration Management for Elevated Priority tasks
- Review projects as a preliminary to Quality Control submittal to ensure zero QC rejections
- Utilize and interface with existing technical data systems, including:
- AutoCAD software for 2D drawings changes and conversion to PDF format
- SolidWorks software for 3D models, changes, and conversion to PDF format
- 2D raster editing software: PixEdit and Adobe editing products
Requirements
- Minimum 12 years of experience in engineering data management, technical drawing development, and CAD software
- Relevant certifications in CAD software, such as AutoCAD and SolidWorks, are desirable
- Proficiency in AutoCAD software for 2D drawings and SolidWorks software for 3D models
- Knowledge of ASME standards and Air Force Drawing Standards
- Experience with engineering data management and technical drawing development
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Excellent communication
Preferred Qualifications
- Proficiency in SolidWorks, Autodesk Fusion 360, Autodesk Inventor, and Autodesk AutoCAD
Pay
Full-Time Salary Range: $72,150 – $122,655. Individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications such as skills, education, and experience.
Benefits
Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered:
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- Health savings accounts
- 401(k) savings plan
- Disability coverage
- Life and accident insurance
- Employee assistance program and legal plan
- Paid time off, paid holidays, and other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and applicable federal and state sick leave
- Company recognition program with monetary or non-monetary awards
- Other incentives based on position level and job specifics
About the Company
BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace, and security company delivering products and services for air, land, and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions, and customer support services.
Intelligence & Security (I&S), based in McLean, Virginia, designs and delivers advanced defense, intelligence, and security solutions that support the important missions of our customers. Our work enables the U.S. military and government to recognize, manage, and defeat threats, inspiring us to push ourselves and our technologies to new levels.