ELECTRICAL CAD

Aero Simulation, Inc.•Tampa, FL

About The Position

The Electrical CAD Drafter is responsible for drawing and detailing electrical components and complex electric assemblies using AutoCAD software. The ECAD Drafter works closely with Electrical Engineering to produce drawings that are accurate, manufacturable, reliable, and maintainable. The primary products of the ECAD Drafter are system diagrams (schematics), wirelists, cable marking diagrams, and cable drawings with associated parts lists. The ECAD Drafter must also work closely with Electrical Engineering and Mechanical CAD groups to ensure the physical and packaging aspects of the electrical components integrate into the overall design.

Requirements

MID – 3 to 7 Years
SENIOR – 7+ Years
Knowledge and experience with simulators or simulator industry a strong plus
Knowledge and proficiency with AutoCAD software
Knowledge of the terminology, methods, practices, and techniques of electrical CAD modeling/drawing production software
Knowledge of software commonly used in engineering work environments such as Microsoft Windows, MS Office, and Excel
Skill in drafting engineering plans of more than ordinary complexity and using CAD System
Ability to prepare complex drawings and schematics from rough sketches or oral instructions
Ability to develop and maintain positive working relationships with internal and external customers
Ability to adapt communication style and messaging to different audiences
Ability to manage multiple priorities and projects simultaneously, ensuring stakeholder expectations are managed appropriately
Ability to work in a project-oriented, fast paced environment to meet deadlines
The candidate must be able to work in a team environment, or independently, as necessary, and be a self-starter who will design and resolve problems effectively and efficiently
Proficiency in common business software (Microsoft Office – Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel, SharePoint, Visio)
Ability to work with project teams to successfully deliver new or modified functionalities
Keen attention to detail to deliver solutions that meet business requirements and are operationally supportable
U.S. Citizenship Required: As a federal contractor supporting the U.S. warfighter, it is required that all employees in this role be United States citizens in compliance with government contract and security requirements.
Background Check: Must be able to successfully pass an initial background screening.
Security Clearance: Must be able to obtain and maintain an active Department of Defense (DoD) security clearance. The selected candidate will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information, as required by the position.
Work Schedule Flexibility: Occasional overtime and alternate shifts may be required to meet customer schedules, critical deadlines, or program milestones.
Travel Requirements: Must be able and willing to travel up to 10% domestically and, on occasion, internationally to customer sites, partner locations, or project meetings in support of contract objectives.
Drug-Free Workplace: ASI maintains a Drug-Free Workplace. Applicants and employees are subject to pre-employment and random drug testing in accordance with company policy.
Employment Contingency: All employment offers are contingent upon the successful completion of all background checks, security clearance requirements, and drug-screening results.
Must be able to perform normal office duties (sitting for long periods at a desk or while attending meetings)
Must be able to travel CONUS/OCONUS via multiple types of transportation to include car and airplane
Must be able to climb stairs to enter and exit a simulator
Additional skills may be required to perform additional task(s) specific to work location, department, or line of business
Associate Degree in Engineering Technology supplemented by advanced course work in engineering drafting; or any equivalent combination of training and experience-or-
MID - Equivalent experience to education and three years’ experience related to aircraft or flight simulations
SENIOR - Equivalent experience to education and seven years’ experience related to aircraft or flight simulation

Nice To Haves

Knowledge and experience with simulators or simulator industry a strong plus

Responsibilities

Work closely with Electrical Engineering to produce AutoCAD system prints, cable drawings, and top-level electrical assemblies/installations in accordance with Government/Industry standards and Customer specifications
Use system prints to generate Excel wirelists to aid manufacturing in wiring electronic assemblies
Provide support to manufacturing by resolving design and documentation issues during production phases
Document changes by to electrical drawings by creating engineering change documents
Supports Electrical Engineering with development of presentation materials for in customer meetings including requirement reviews, design reviews and acceptance testing
Support customer events such as configuration audits, etc.
Work with other ECAD drafters of multiple levels to develop comprehensive and cohesive electrical designs
Typical systems are A/C and D/C power distribution, grounding, I/O distribution, networking, KVM, Emergency Power Off, Overheat, and Audio