Senior Drafter

ARA•Madison, AL

3h•Onsite

About The Position

The Prototyping Manufacturing and Integration Division (PMID) of Applied Research Associates (ARA), Inc., has an exciting opportunity for a full-time Senior Drafter working on-site at our Madison, AL facility. A Senior Drafter will provide innovative computer-aided design and drawings based on engineering sketches and proposal specifications. This will include design, development, evaluation, and modification of systems and system-oriented products. The Senior Drafter will analyze customer problems and recommend drafting techniques to satisfy customer needs. Candidate will digitize, edit, and revise engineering drawings of components, parts, circuits, structures and/or assemblies. The complexity of assignments requires exercise of considerable initiative, latitude, independent judgment, and the ability to work independently with only general technical direction. This position will require passing a national background check. Must be able to obtain and maintain a minimum of a SECRET clearance from the US Department of War.

Requirements

H.S. diploma or equivalent diploma plus advanced training and 5-6 years’ working knowledge and experience as a Drafter
Proficiency in using the computer aided design and modeling software
Possess a strong working knowledge of Solidworks and features in Solidworks drawings environment
Experience in producing a drawing package which includes drafting techniques, processes, how a drawing should look, dimensions and tolerances
Strong attention to detail and precision in translating designs into accurate technical specifications
Capable of performing advanced drafting techniques with intermediate to advanced knowledge of practical fabrication techniques
Ability to gather, maintain, format, compile, and manipulate technical data, such as BOMs, product/material data sheets and engineering design changes
Excellent communication skills to effectively collaborate with the engineering, design, and production teams
Ability to prioritize tasks in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
Provides solutions and a proactive approach to overcoming challenges
A passion for staying updated with the latest industry trends and technologies
Work is checked upon completion to avoid errors and meet agreed deadlines or timelines
May support design team through moderate to advanced additions/changes of model
Be physically capable of wearing all required personal protective equipment to include, but not limited to safety glasses, respirator, safety shoes, hearing protection and hand protection as required

Nice To Haves

Active / current SECRET Clearance from the US Department of War
Prior experience as a Drafter in defense or government contractor manufacturing environments
Associates Degree
Knowledge in electrical and/or hydraulic schematics
Solidworks FEA analysis

Responsibilities

Develop design drawings according to engineering sketches and proposal specifications
Digitize, edit, and revise engineering drawings of components, parts, circuits, structures and/or assemblies
Makes engineering computations, mathematical calculations, determines scales, and prepares or revises specifications
Performs calculations needed to solve scaling, dimensioning, and cross section interpolations
Sketches rough layout of machine and computes angles, weights, surface areas, dimensions, radii, clearances, tolerances, leverages, and location of holes
Work closely with the drafting and engineering team to address any design-related challenges, providing support and adjustments as needed
Gathers, maintains, formats, compiles, and manipulates technical data, such as BOMs, product/material data sheets and engineering design changes
Stay up-to-date with industry trends, drafting techniques, and software advancements, ensuring continuous improvement and innovation in the design process
Manage and organize design files, patterns, and technical documentation in a systematic manner to facilitate seamless information sharing
Conduct regular quality checks on the final products, ensuring they adhere to the established design specifications and industry standards
Asks for supervision for unusual cases.
Provides intermediate technical support to engineers on a variety of tasks
Ability to manage and prioritize numerous assignments