Aerospace Actuation CAD Designer (Part-Time)

Safran; Rockford (IL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Part time

Job summary

Safran is seeking a Mechanical Designer in Rockford, IL to support aerospace actuation systems. You will develop 3-D CAD models and 2-D drawings, apply GD&T, and assist with engineering changes within a cross-functional team.

Ideal candidates have a 0–2 year background with a Bachelor’s in Mechanical Engineering or related field, and familiarity with CATIA, SolidWorks, NX, or Creo. This part-time role emphasizes precise documentation and collaboration with engineering and manufacturing teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• 0–2 years of relevant experience, including internships or co-ops.

Responsibilities

• Create and modify 3-D CAD models and mechanical assemblies.
• Create and update 2-D detail and assembly drawings for production.
• Apply GD&T, dimensional tolerancing, and drafting standards to drawings.
• Perform basic tolerance stack-ups and dimensional analyses.
• Support engineering changes including updates to models, drawings, BOMs, and documentation.
• Collaborate with engineering and manufacturing to resolve design and production issues.
• Support design reviews and development activities for actuation products.
• Maintain engineering documentation and product data.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

CATIA

SolidWorks

NX

Creo

Job description

Safran is seeking a Mechanical Designer in Rockford, IL to support aerospace actuation systems. You will develop 3-D CAD models and 2-D drawings, apply GD&T, and assist with engineering changes within a cross-functional team.

Ideal candidates have a 0–2 year background with a Bachelor’s in Mechanical Engineering or related field, and familiarity with CATIA, SolidWorks, NX, or Creo. This part-time role emphasizes precise documentation and collaboration with engineering and manufacturing teams.