CAD Drafter II – Ground Support Equipment

Blue Origin•Space Coast, FL

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About The Position

A CAD Drafter II develops, maintains, and submits for release engineering drawings, systems designs, and engineering documentation by applying company, industry, and governmental standards. Utilizing PTC Creo Parametric 12 and Windchill PLM, the Drafter II creates, develops, and maintains 3D parametric models, 2D drawings, Model-Based Definition (MBD) datasets, and product structures. This role demonstrates developing technical expertise across mechanical/structural, fluid, and electrical disciplines while supporting ground support equipment for New Glenn launch operations, engine test facilities, transportation and handling systems, and advanced manufacturing tooling. We are a diverse team of collaborators, doers, and problem-solvers who are relentlessly committed to a culture of safety. This position will directly impact the history of space exploration and will require your commitment and detailed attention towards safe and repeatable space flight. Join us in lowering the cost of access to space and enabling Blue Origin's vision of millions of people living and working in space to benefit Earth. As part of our Ground Support Development (GSD) Engineering Services CAD Support team, you will provide technical design support for ground systems hardware across multiple disciplines. Our team supports Launch Pad and Launch Accessories for New Glenn, engine and space hardware test stands, transportation and handling equipment, advanced manufacturing tooling, and other miscellaneous ground systems. As a Drafter II, you will work with moderate oversight to complete clearly scoped design projects, develop and maintain engineering product definition, and build proficiency across our core disciplines. We are looking for someone to apply their technical expertise, leadership skills, and commitment to quality to positively impact safe human spaceflight. Passion for our mission and vision is required!

Requirements

2-year AS degree in Computer Aided Drafting, Mechanical Engineering Technology, or equivalent; OR 4-year BS degree in a related technical field
2+ years of experience in a technical design role using 3D parametric CAD software
Developing technical expertise with frequent use and application of technical standards, principles, and GD&T concepts
Experience creating fabrication and installation drawings
Experience with ASME Y14.100, Y14.5, and/or Y14.41
Experience managing moderately complex CAD assemblies and associated drawings
Familiarity with PLM/PDM version control workflows
Ability to read and interpret design product specifications
Ability to earn trust, maintain positive and professional relationships, and strengthen our culture of inclusion
Must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.

Nice To Haves

2–5 years of relevant technical design experience
Experience with PTC Creo Parametric and Windchill PLM
Experience with Creo Advanced Framework Extension (AFX) for structural steel design
Experience with Creo Piping/ProPiping for fluid system routing
Exposure to Creo Cabling or AutoCAD Electrical for electrical design
Understanding of Model-Based Definition (MBD) practices and 3D annotation
Knowledge of standard components, installation, and fabrication methods for piping systems (pipe stock, fittings, connections, valves, fasteners, structural members, welding)
Knowledge of fluid components typical in tubing and piping systems (valves, regulators, pumps)
Experience with large assembly management techniques (simplified reps, interchange assemblies, zone-based loading)
Interest in leveraging AI tools for design automation, drawing generation, and quality checking
Bias for design for manufacturing and assembly (DFMA)
Aerospace, defense, oil/gas, or heavy industrial design experience

Responsibilities

Create and maintain detail part and assembly models, drawings, and product structures using PTC Creo Parametric 12 and Windchill PLM with moderate oversight
Develop and maintain Model-Based Definition (MBD) datasets with 3D annotations, semantic PMI, and combined specification states per ASME Y14.41
Execute mechanical/structural design tasks including steel frameworks, platforms, access structures, custom machine assemblies, lifting/rigging fixtures, and structural weldments using Creo Advanced Framework Extension (AFX)
Perform fluid system design including piping routes, tubing assemblies, P&ID interpretation, and component layouts using Creo Piping/ProPiping extension
Support electrical system design including enclosure assemblies, cable tray routing, panel layouts, and initial cable routing using Creo Cabling extension as the team transitions from AutoCAD Electrical
Manage large CAD assemblies using simplified representations, family tables, flexible components, and assembly performance optimization techniques
Apply company, program, and industry standards (ASME Y14.100, Y14.5, Y14.41) and incorporate standard drawing notes
Manage Windchill product structures, generate Change Notices, and support release and revision processing
Leverage AI-assisted design tools, generative design concepts, and automation to improve productivity, drawing quality, and design iteration speed
Perform model and drawing check activities during release reviews
Participate in development and process improvement initiatives
Support engineering teams across structural, mechanical, fluids, and electrical disciplines with layout and detail design

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance, paid parental leave, short and long-term disability, 401(k) with a company match of up to 5%, and an Education Support Program.
Stock Options for all regular employees (working at least 20 hours/week)
Paid Time Off: Up to four (4) weeks per year based on weekly scheduled hours, and up to 14 company-paid holidays.

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