Drafter/CAD Operator I (Entry Level)

General Dynamics Information TechnologyChesapeake, VA
$18 - $24Hybrid

About The Position

Seize your opportunity to make a personal impact as a Drafter/CAD Operator I supporting multiple government customers. GDIT is your place to make meaningful contributions to challenging projects and grow a rewarding career. We are seeking self-motivated individuals with strong communication skills and a passion to gain professional experience and knowledge in a team environment. You should be a detail-oriented professional, understand the importance of meeting personal and team commitments and be flexible in adapting to a fast-paced environment.

Requirements

  • High School Diploma/GED
  • 0-2 years of related experience
  • Must be able to obtain a Secret level security clearance
  • Knowledge of 2D CAD
  • ability to read structural and electrical drawings
  • able to create CAD drawings from hand sketches
  • proficient use of office software (such as Outlook, Word, Excel, Access, etc.)
  • US Citizenship Required

Nice To Haves

  • 3D CAD
  • knowledge of marine industry and marine vocabulary

Responsibilities

  • Communicate and coordinate project activities with internal team members
  • Work with the team to prepare drawings from engineering and/or field markups for designers and engineers and coordinate CAD for projects
  • Assist the Shipboard Installation Planning Team by completing drawing trackers in excel.

Benefits

  • 401K with company match
  • Comprehensive health and wellness packages
  • Internal mobility team dedicated to helping you own your career
  • Professional growth opportunities including paid education and certifications
  • Cutting-edge technology you can learn from
  • Rest and recharge with paid vacation and holidays
  • variety of medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts
  • dental plan options
  • a vision plan
  • a 401(k) plan offering the ability to contribute both pre and post-tax dollars up to the IRS annual limits and receive a company match
  • full flex work weeks where possible
  • a variety of paid time off plans, including vacation, sick and personal time, holidays, paid parental, military, bereavement and jury duty leave
  • short and long-term disability benefits
  • life, accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness and business travel and accident insurance are provided or available
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