Aerospace CAD Designer II – Detail & Impact

Sierra Nevada Corporation; Sparks (NV); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision plans

401(k) with 150% match up to 6%

Life insurance

3 weeks paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Sierra Nevada Corporation is seeking a Designer II in Sparks, NV to develop and refine complex designs, drawings, and models for aerospace and defense programs. You will lead design efforts, ensure adherence to standards, and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to meet project requirements.

The role uses CAD tools like AutoCAD, SolidWorks, and CATIA, requires an Associate degree and 2+ years in the field, and offers an office or hybrid work environment with comprehensive benefits and

Qualifications

• Associate degree or higher in Design or Drafting.
• Minimum 2 years of design/drafting in aerospace/defense.
• Experience with CAD standards and regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Review, verify, and approve technical drawings and models.
• Coordinate with engineers and project managers to meet specs and budget.
• Mentor junior designers and contribute to process improvements.
• Prepare documentation for design reviews and milestones.
• Ensure designs comply with safety and regulatory requirements.

Skills

CAD software

Aerospace/defense experience

Drafting & design

Engineering principles

Multidisciplinary teams

Education

Associate degree in Design or Drafting

Tools

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

CATIA

Job description

Sierra Nevada Corporation is seeking a Designer II in Sparks, NV to develop and refine complex designs, drawings, and models for aerospace and defense programs. You will lead design efforts, ensure adherence to standards, and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to meet project requirements.

The role uses CAD tools like AutoCAD, SolidWorks, and CATIA, requires an Associate degree and 2+ years in the field, and offers an office or hybrid work environment with comprehensive benefits and