CAD Drafter - Supervisor

ARA Career•Madison, AL

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Prototype, Manufacturing and Integration (PMI) Division of Applied Research Associates (ARA), Inc. is hiring a full-time CAD Drafter - Supervisor to work on-site in Madison, Alabama. The position develops design drawings from engineering sketches and proposal specifications using standard and specialized CAD techniques. It digitizes, edits, and revises engineering drawings of components, parts, structures, and assemblies; performs engineering and mathematical calculations; determines scales; and prepares or revises specifications. The role produces final drawings, checking dimensions, materials, relationships between parts, and how parts fit within the overall structure or project. It also checks drawings for final approval to ensure conformance with design criteria, ARA standards, and ANSI standards. Assignments require initiative, independent judgment, and the ability to work under general technical direction. The position supervises up to five drafters, reviews their work, and mentors and supports the team's growth. A national background check is required, and the successful candidate must be a U.S. citizen and able to obtain and maintain a SECRET clearance from the U.S. Department of War.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree and 5+ years of drafting experience; or an associate degree and 8+ years of drafting experience; or a high school diploma (or equivalent) and 12+ years of drafting experience in a manufacturing field.
Experience supervising up to five drafters, proofing work, and mentoring and supporting team growth.
Advanced SolidWorks knowledge and experience.
Advanced SolidWorks PDM knowledge.
In-depth understanding and practical experience with ANSI Y14 drawing standards.
Experience producing drawing packages, including drafting techniques and processes, drawing presentation, dimensions, and tolerances.
Strong attention to detail and precision in translating designs into accurate technical specifications.
Ability to perform advanced drafting techniques and intermediate-to-advanced knowledge of practical fabrication techniques.
Experience with metal fabrication, welding, and system assembly.
High proficiency in producing drawings used for manufacturing and production.
Excellent communication skills for collaboration with engineering, design, and production teams.
Ability to prioritize tasks in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and take a proactive approach to overcoming challenges.
Ability to support the design team with moderate to advanced model additions or changes.
Must be a U.S. citizen.
Must pass a national background check and be able to obtain and maintain a SECRET clearance from the U.S. Department of War.
Able to perform the stated physical activities and lift up to 50 pounds individually or 50 pounds or more with assistance.
Physically capable of wearing required personal protective equipment, including safety glasses, a respirator, safety shoes, hearing protection, and hand protection as required.

Responsibilities

Develop design drawings from engineering sketches and proposal specifications using CAD techniques.
Digitize, edit, and revise drawings of components, parts, structures, and assemblies.
Perform engineering computations and mathematical calculations, determine scales, and prepare or revise specifications.
Prepare final drawings and check dimensions, materials, relationships among parts, and their relationship to the overall structure or project.
Check drawings for final approval and conformance with design criteria, ARA standards, and ANSI standards.
Supervise up to five drafters, proof their work, and mentor and support the drafting team's growth.
Support the design team with moderate to advanced additions or changes to models.
Collaborate with engineering, design, and production teams and prioritize work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Develop solutions and proactively address challenges.