Drafter

Akima, LLC•North Charleston, SC

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Drafter will be responsible for the creation and maintenance of 3D models and 2D technical drawings in support of the integration of C6ISR/EW components and systems on the Amphibious Combat Vehicle (ACV). This role involves building and maintaining system-level models, assisting the customer in the development of engineering analysis, and advising on configuration management and BOM/kit structure. This effort supports the Systems and Software Engineering and Acquisition Management Support for the Vehicular Technology Transition Integrated Products Team (IPT), ACV Project.

Requirements

An Interim Secret Clearance is required prior to starting.
An Associate's degree in drafting or illustration, or a high school diploma/GED.
2+ years with degree or 5+ years with HS/GED of experience drafting/illustrating in the electronics field.
Extensive experience /expertise and heavy user of AutoCAD.
Proven experience in drafting, design, and/or production support
Mechanical design experience in support of ground-based tactical vehicle systems or shipboard applications
Proficiency in creating 3D models and 2D drawings of singular components to complex multi-part assemblies
Familiarity with the creation of Technical Data Packages (TDPs) and associated standards such as MIL-STD-31000 and ASME Y14.100.
Knowledge of configuration management practices, including developing engineering change notices, modifying, and/or updating engineering Bills of Materials, and creating problem reports.
Experience maintaining CAD-based bills of material for entire vehicle systems with numerous complex variants.

Nice To Haves

An active DoD Secret clearance is preferred
Experience with Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T).
Experience/expertise with SolidWorks.
Experience/expertise with CREO.
Proficiency in Windchill utilizing PDMLink for data management.

Responsibilities

Build and maintain system-level 3D models of ACV components and systems.
Assist in the development of inputs/products to support Systems Engineering Technical Reviews (SETR).
Create and maintain 2D technical drawings from 3D models, adhering to relevant standards.
Assist the customer in the development of engineering analysis by providing accurate drawings and detailed models.
Advise the customer on configuration management best practices for CAD data and documentation.
Advise the customer on the structure of Bills of Materials (BOMs) and kits for efficient manufacturing and integration.
Assist in the development of Technical Data Packages (TDPs) and Engineering Change Proposals (ECPs) to implement design improvements.
Maintain CAD-based bills of material for entire vehicle systems with numerous complex variants.