Mechanical Designer / Drafter II – AutoCAD

Role Overview

• 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.

Requirements

• 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
• 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
• 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.

Tech Stack

• Assembly

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package
• Healthcare benefits
• Paid leave
• Retirement plans
• Insurance programs
• Education and training assistance