Drafter/CAD Operator III
About The Position
General Responsibilities Prepares complete drawings of structures, systems, parts or equipment from sketches. Able to create 3D models from sketches and other provided data. Thoroughly knowledgeable with all tools of the trade (CAD program, rulers, compass, divider, calculator etc.) and completely knowledge of drafting standards. Revises the original drawings of Electrical, Electronic, Structural or Mechanical system drawings based on As-Installed data. Selects required information from precedence, manufacturers catalogs, and technical guides. Ability to select material or components required for specific electrical, mechanical or structural drawing. Independently resolves most problems encountered. Ability to prepare a complete drawing package with minimal supervision. Ability to independently Site Visit vessels and shore sites to gather technical data for drawing development. Calculates Weight and Moments changes as a result of drawing. Selects proper material and hardware for structural members. Works with Electrical/Mechanical engineers for stress/electrical/mechanical calculations. Ability to perform shock analysis is a plus. Thorough knowledge of Model Space/Paper Space techniques. Ability to utilize World Wide Web for research. Skilled in assisting with training of junior drafters. Other duties as assigned. Knowledge, Skills & Experience Knowledge of all Government and Commercial Design and Drafting requirements. Computer literacy, including use of word-processing, spreadsheet, database software. Intimately knowledgeable with Designing and Drafting Software. Seasoned oral and written communication skills. Capacity to sustain keen attention to detail. 4+ years experience in the Drafting and Design field.
Requirements
- Knowledge of all Government and Commercial Design and Drafting requirements.
- Computer literacy, including use of word-processing, spreadsheet, database software.
- Intimately knowledgeable with Designing and Drafting Software.
- Seasoned oral and written communication skills.
- Capacity to sustain keen attention to detail.
- 4+ years experience in the Drafting and Design field.
- Associate's Degree or the equivalent combination of education; professional training; or work/military experience.
- 4+ years of experience.
- Must be able to obtain/maintain Secret clearance
- US Citizenship require.
Nice To Haves
- Ability to perform shock analysis is a plus.
- Thorough knowledge of Model Space/Paper Space techniques.
- Ability to utilize World Wide Web for research.
Responsibilities
- Prepares complete drawings of structures, systems, parts or equipment from sketches.
- Able to create 3D models from sketches and other provided data.
- Revises the original drawings of Electrical, Electronic, Structural or Mechanical system drawings based on As-Installed data.
- Selects required information from precedence, manufacturers catalogs, and technical guides.
- Ability to select material or components required for specific electrical, mechanical or structural drawing.
- Independently resolves most problems encountered.
- Ability to prepare a complete drawing package with minimal supervision.
- Ability to independently Site Visit vessels and shore sites to gather technical data for drawing development.
- Calculates Weight and Moments changes as a result of drawing.
- Selects proper material and hardware for structural members.
- Works with Electrical/Mechanical engineers for stress/electrical/mechanical calculations.
- Skilled in assisting with training of junior drafters.
- Other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Growth: AI-powered career tool that identifies career steps and learning opportunities
- Support: An internal mobility team focused on helping you achieve your career goals
- Rewards: Comprehensive benefits and wellness packages, 401K with company match, and competitive pay and paid time off
- Flexibility: Full-flex work week to own your priorities at work
- Community: Award-winning culture of innovation and a military-friendly workplace
- Our benefits package for all US-based employees includes a variety of medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts, dental plan options, a vision plan, and 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.
- To encourage work/life balance, GDIT offers employees full flex work weeks where possible and a variety of paid time off plans, including vacation, sick and personal time, holidays, paid parental, military, bereavement and jury duty leave.
- To ensure our employees are able to protect their income, other offerings such as 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.
- We regularly review our Total Rewards package to ensure our offerings are competitive and reflect what our employees have told us they value most.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
