CAD Planning Technician

Cygnus, Inc. • Ponderay, ID

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About The Position

Cygnus is hiring a CAD Planning Technician for its Engineering/Manufacturing Planning Department. The position develops detailed manufacturing and fabrication plans for aerospace sheet metal and machined parts and assemblies. Work includes writing step-by-step work order instructions for fabricating and assembling complex small- to medium-sized parts and assemblies, and developing CAD and solid-model plots that define part features and dimensions.

This is a full-time day-shift position on a 9/80 schedule. In the first week, the schedule is Monday through Thursday, 6:00 a.m.–3:30 p.m., and Friday, 6:00 a.m.–2:30 p.m. In the second week, the schedule is Monday through Thursday, 6:00 a.m.–3:30 p.m., with Friday off.

Cygnus, Inc. is a manufacturer of precision aerospace sheet metal and machined parts, assemblies, and special processes. The company employs approximately 82 people at its 44,000-square-foot facility in a Pacific Northwest resort community. Cygnus is an equal opportunity employer and complies with applicable fair employment and disability laws. It participates in E-Verify.

Requirements

• High school education or equivalent, with reasonable math skills.
• Clear and legible handwriting.
• Computer-code literacy, with the ability to manipulate data, use various programs, and understand software systems and procedures.
• Ability to read, follow, and understand blueprints, CAD plots, solid-model geometry, and customer specification requirements.
• Accuracy and attention to detail.
• Ability to read, comprehend, and follow detailed instructions.
• Ability to troubleshoot and communicate well with others.

Responsibilities

• Write detailed work order instructions for manufacturing plans.
• Read and use blueprints, mylars, CAD plots, specifications, and other engineering documents.
• Conceptualize objects in a three-dimensional reference plane.
• Extract pertinent drawing views, notes, parts, and materials.
• Check associated specifications for requirements.
• Generate solid-model geometry and/or CAD plots using commercial software to define necessary features and dimensions.
• Maintain regular attendance as scheduled.

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED