Mid Electrical CAD Engineer

General Dynamics • Chesapeake, VA

251d • $94,676 - $128,092 • Remote

About The Position

We are GDIT. As a trusted systems integrator for more than 50 years, General Dynamics Information Technology (GDIT) provides information technology (IT), cybersecurity, systems engineering, software development, training solutions and professional services to customers in the Navy and the broader Department of Defense. GDIT is your place. You make it your own by bringing your ideas and unique perspective to our culture. By owning your opportunity at GDIT, you are helping us ensure today is safe and tomorrow is smarter. Our work depends on a Mid Electrical CAD Engineer joining our team to support the Program Executive Office for Integrated Warfare Systems (PEO IWS) activities. At GDIT, people are our differentiator. As a Mid Electrical CAD Engineer supporting PEO IWS, you will be trusted to bring together a multi-disciplinary team that is geographically dispersed to provide engineering planning, design, integration, installation, and test of Aegis Combat Systems (ACS) onboard ships post-construction and during maintenance availabilities. In this role, you will be responsible for ensuring the Aegis Command Decision (C&D) and Aegis Display System (ADS) are operational and available.

Requirements

• A Bachelor of Arts or Science (BA/BS) in the relevant field and 6+ years of experience in command and control engineering or related experience (or 10+ years of experience without a degree).
• A US DoD Secret security clearance is required.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of the larger GDIT Navy and Marine Corps Sector.
• U.S. Citizenship is required.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of all Government and Commercial Design and Drafting requirements.
• Computer literacy, including use of word-processing, spreadsheet, database software.
• Ability to assist in customization of CAD Software.
• Intimate knowledge of Designing and Drafting Software.
• Seasoned oral and written communication skills.
• Capacity to sustain keen attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Prepares drawings, which require a high degree of precision.
• Performs difficult assignments requiring considerable initiative, resourcefulness, and drafting expertise.
• Assures that anticipated problems in manufacture, assembly, installation and operation are resolved by the drawing produced.
• Prepares and maintains ECNs to drawings in support of AWS deliverable cable sets.
• May exercise independent judgment in selecting and interpreting data based on knowledge of the design intent.
• Knowledgeable with all tools of the trade (CAD program, rulers, compass, divider, calculator etc.) and complete knowledge of drafting and design standards.
• Provides advice, guidance, and instruction to drafters.
• May serve as a point of contact for complex drafting projects.
• Ability to prepare a complete drawing package with supervision.
• Ability to lead Site Visits to vessels and shore sites to gather technical data for drawing development.
• Calculates Weight and Moments changes as a result of drawing.
• Calculates electrical loads or heat loads for specific drawing and provide proper breakers, cable type/size or heat exchanger for requirements.
• Selects proper material for structural members.
• Assists Electrical/Mechanical engineers for stress/electrical/mechanical calculations.
• Revises drawings to reflect As-Installed Conditions.
• Thorough knowledge of Model Space/Paper Space techniques.
• Trained for LiDAR scanning.
• Complete understanding of Weight Group assignments for Ships Systems and manual for BSCI/ESWBS grouping.
• Ability to research existing conditions and to find that information.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Full-flex work week to own your priorities at work and at home.
• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Transportation Equipment Manufacturing
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree