Cable Assembly Drafter

Fiber Systems International, Inc.; Allen (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Fiber Systems International, Inc. in Allen, Texas is looking for a Cable Assembly Drafter. This role involves preparing layouts and detail drawings for fiber optic cable assemblies, collaborating with engineering teams and ensuring compliance with customer specifications. The ideal candidate will have strong skills in CAD design and at least five years of experience.

This full-time position requires teamwork and effective communication, as well as the ability to work in a dynamic environment. The company offers a supportive atmosphere and opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• Ability to read, write, and speak in English and interpret drawings.
• Proficient in AutoCAD/Visio or equivalent 3D modeling software.
• U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident to satisfy AFSI ITAR requirements.

Responsibilities

• Prepare layouts and detail drawings for fiber optic cable assemblies.
• Update drawings as per customer’s request.
• Develop detailed section views for assemblies.
• Verify that assembly parts are set up in the ERP system.
• Ensure assembly cycle times are met or improved.

Skills

Reading assembly drawings/specifications

Interpreting engineering drawings and blueprints

Proficient in AutoCAD/Visio

Proficient in 3D modeling software

MS Office Suite

Interpersonal skills

Design to finished product

Completing reports and documentation

Following established procedures

Teamwork

Education

One to two years' college or trade school education in engineering drawing/CAD design

Minimum five years’ on-the-job experience

Tools

AutoCAD

Solidworks

MS Office

Job description

Posted Wednesday, June 3, 2026 at 5:00 AM

Amphenol Fiber Systems International (AFSI) is a full service fiber optic company specializing in the fabrication and manufacture of fiber optic connectivity products and systems. Our commitment to technical excellence makes us an industry leader in producing sophisticated products and professional technical assistance in the fiber optic industry. AFSI, located in Allen, Texas, has and will continue to base its strategy on technical and application support, quality assurance, product performance and value.

JOB TITLE

Cable Assembly Drafter

DEPARTMENT

Manufacturing Engineering

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

The Cable Assembly Drafter is responsible for preparing layouts, assembly and detail drawings for fiber optic cable assemblies; working closely with component engineering.

• Prepares layouts, assembly, and detail drawings for fiber optic cable assemblies based on inputs from Sales/customer
• Update drawings per customer’s request (As-built and Engineering change notices)
• Develop detailed section views for connector/component assy’s and cable transitions.
• Analyzes various design requirements and recommends possible solutions or alternate constructions
• Verify that cable assembly parts are setup in company ERP system
• Route and ensure drawings are signed off and submitted for final release
• Ensure cable assembly cycle times are met or improved
• Provide assembly instructions for connector/component assy’s and cable transitions.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to read (write and speak in English) and interpret assembly drawings/specifications from internal and external sources.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and blue prints.
• Proficient in AutoCAD/Visio, Solidworks (preferred) or equivalent 3D modeling software.
• Proficient in MS Office Suite
• Possess good interpersonal skills and ability to work in a team environment
• Liaison with engineering/sales/manufacturing personnel
• Able to move from design concept to finished design, including layouts and tolerance valuations and detail drawings.
• Ability to learn and execute established procedures and programs
• Complete all applicable reports and required project documentation
• Able to follow established procedures to complete required cable assembly designs
• U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident to satisfy AFSI ITAR requirements

Required Education and Experience

• One to two years’ college or trade school education in engineering drawing/CAD design
• Minimum five (5) years’ on-the-job experience.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted for formal training.
• U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident to satisfy AFSI ITAR requirements

While performing the responsibilities of the Cable Assembly Drafter’s job, these work environment characteristics are representative of the environment the Cable Assembly Drafter will encounter. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable people with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the Cable Assembly Drafter ’s job.

The noise level in the work environment is typically quiet. Cubicles and workshops are in an open environment set-up.

Physical Demands

These physical demands are representative of the physical requirements necessary for an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the Cable Assembly Drafter’s job. Reasonable accommodation can be made to enable people with disabilities to perform the described essential functions of the Cable Assembly Drafter's job.

While performing the responsibilities of the Cable Assembly Drafter's job, the employee is regularly required to sit and talk and hear. The employee is frequently required to use hands to finger, handle, type or feel. The employee is occasionally required to lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close, distance, color and peripheral vision with depth perception and the ability to adjust and focus.

Position requires candidates to be U.S. person as defined in ITAR, 22CFR 120.15 (U.S. Citizenship or Resident Alien Status)