MK1 CAD Drafter Sr

Blue Origin•Space Coast, FL

About The Position

This role is part of Blue Origin’s Lunar Permanence business unit, which develops Blue Moon landers and related products. The team is building sustainable infrastructure to transport crew and cargo from Earth to the lunar surface, with a focus on safe, repeatable spaceflight and lowering the cost of access to space. The Senior CAD Drafter translates engineering designs and sketches into detailed 3D models, drawings, and assemblies using Creo and Windchill. The role creates and maintains detail part, assembly, and installation drawings; supports interface control documents and engineering changes; maintains CAD configuration and version control; and works with engineering, manufacturing, and quality teams to support manufacturability, production, and first-article inspection.

Requirements

At least 8 years of experience creating detailed drawings and models for aircraft, spacecraft, or launch vehicle structures.
Proficiency with Creo (Pro/E) and Windchill.
Strong understanding of GD&T principles and application (ASME Y14.5).
Experience creating detail part, assembly, and installation drawings for metallic and/or composite structures.
Familiarity with fastener callouts, weld symbols, and standard hardware representation.
Strong attention to detail and ability to interpret engineering intent from sketches, models, and verbal direction.
Ability to earn trust, maintain positive and professional relationships, and contribute to a culture of inclusion.
Must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.

Nice To Haves

Experience with configuration management processes and PLM systems; Windchill preferred.
Familiarity with manufacturing processes for metallic and composite structures, including machining, forming, and layup/cure.
Experience supporting first-article inspection (FAI) and production-floor troubleshooting.
Understanding of material call-outs and basic material compatibility considerations.
Experience working in a regulated aerospace environment, such as AS9100 or similar.

Responsibilities

Translate engineering designs and sketches into detailed 3D models, drawings, and assemblies using Creo/Windchill.
Create and maintain detail part drawings, assembly drawings, and installation drawings in accordance with ASME Y14.5 GD&T standards.
Develop and update interface control documents (ICDs) under the direction of design engineers.
Perform basic tolerance stack-up checks and drawing reviews to ensure manufacturability and dimensional accuracy.
Support engineering change requests and orders (ECRs/ECOs) by updating drawings, models, and associated documentation.
Maintain configuration control and version management of CAD models and drawings within Windchill PLM.
Collaborate with design engineers, manufacturing engineers, and quality teams to resolve drawing discrepancies and fabrication issues.
Support first-article inspection and production by clarifying drawing intent and dimensional requirements.
Ensure drawings comply with company standards, industry codes, and customer requirements.
Assist in creating and maintaining bills of materials (BOMs) for structural assemblies.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
Basic and supplemental life insurance.
Paid parental leave.
Short- and long-term disability.
401(k) with company match of up to 5%.
Education Support Program.
Stock options for regular employees working at least 20 hours per week.
Up to four weeks of paid time off per year based on weekly scheduled hours.
Up to 14 company-paid holidays.
Employees may be eligible for benefits and bonuses depending on role type, job level, and other factors.