CAD Checker

C5ISR (Gichner Systems Group, Inc.); Dallastown (York County); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Kratos Defense is seeking a CAD Checker to review drawings, 3D models, and BOMs to ensure accuracy, manufacturability, and compliance with company standards. This role acts as a critical quality gate, collaborating with designers, engineers, and manufacturing staff to resolve issues before production.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s degree in Design or Engineering, 5+ years CAD/drafting experience, and strong knowledge of GD&T and ASME Y14.100. Security clearance may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Design, Engineering, or related field or equivalent experience.
• Minimum 5+ years of CAD design, drafting, or engineering documentation experience.
• Strong understanding of engineering drawings, GD&T, manufacturing processes, machining, welding, and assembly methods.
• Knowledge of ASME Y14.100 standards and their application in drawings.

Responsibilities

• Review 2D drawings, 3D CAD models, BOMs, and related documentation for accuracy, completeness, consistency, and compliance with standards.
• Verify dimensional accuracy, GD&T, annotations, notes, and specifications to ensure designs can be manufactured and inspected as intended.
• Ensure consistency between 3D models, 2D drawings, assemblies, part lists, and documentation.
• Identify and document drawing errors, omissions, conflicts, and areas requiring clarification or correction.
• Evaluate designs for manufacturability, assembly feasibility, and processes compliance.

Skills

CAD

3D Modeling

Technical drawings

GD&T

Security clearance

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Design/Engineering

Tools

ASME Y14.100

Job description

Kratos C5ISR designs, engineers, and manufactures advanced mission‑critical technologies for defense, intelligence, and national security customers. These are innovative solutions that enhance situational awareness, strengthen decision‑making, and support those on the front lines. Our teams develop and deliver specialty mobility systems, electromagnetic interference (EMI)-shielded shelter platforms, missile launcher and transporter systems, and related ground support hardware. These highly engineered solutions support C5ISR applications, missile defense and radar systems, unmanned vehicle platforms, command and control programs, SATCOM systems, shipboard systems, directed energy weapons, and strategic deterrence. We offer competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for growth in a mission‑driven environment. Join us and help shape the future of national security.

GENERAL JOB SUMMARY:

A CAD Checker specializes in reviewing and verifying technical drawings, 3D models, and associated engineering documentation to ensure accuracy, completeness, manufacturability, and compliance with company standards. Serving as a critical quality gate within the design process, the CAD Checker evaluates drawings and models for dimensional accuracy, proper application of engineering standards, adherence to drafting requirements, and consistency between design intent and documented requirements. They work closely with operators, designers, engineers, and manufacturing personnel to identify and resolve errors, inconsistencies, omissions, and potential manufacturing concerns before release to production, while also providing constructive feedback to improve overall drawing quality and maintain a high standard of technical documentation throughout the organization.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Review 2D drawings, 3D CAD models, bills of materials (BOMs), and related engineering documentation for accuracy, completeness, consistency, and compliance with company standards.
• Verify dimensional accuracy, geometric tolerancing, drawing annotations, notes, and specifications to ensure designs can be manufactured and inspected as intended.
• Ensure consistency between 3D models, 2D drawings, assemblies, part lists, and supporting documentation.
• Identify and document drawing errors, omissions, conflicts, and areas requiring clarification or correction.
• Evaluate designs for manufacturability, assembly feasibility, maintainability, and compliance with established engineering practices.

Keyword: CAD, 3D Modeling, Technical drawings, Government, Contractor, manufacturing

Required Experience:

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES:

• Possess the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the assigned duties, including computer skills.
• Maintain sensitive and confidential information as required by company and government requirements.
• Communicate and interact effectively with peers, supervisors, and the public, including maintaining respect for others, and following company policies.
• Have a willingness and ability to learn and utilize company technology for company required purposes, including, for example training, reviewing, and signing policies and procedures, benefits enrollment, and changes, and more.
• Ability to read, understand, and follow instructions.
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment.
• Ability to maintain knowledge, skills, and abilities as it pertains to your job.
• Ability to obtain a security clearance.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Education: Bacheloris degree in Design, Engineering, or related field or equivalent experience.
• Experience: Minimum 5+ years of CAD design, drafting, or engineering documentation experience, including demonstrated experience reviewing technical drawings and models.
• Technical Skills: Strong understanding of engineering drawings, GD&T, manufacturing processes, machining practices, welding processes, and assembly methods. Knowledge and familiarity with ASME Y14.100 standards and their application within technical drawings. Ability to evaluate designs for manufacturability, identify documentation discrepancies, and recommend corrective actions.

WORK ENVIRONMENT/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Office environment.
• Ability to stand and sit for long periods of time.
• Ability to perform repetitive motion (keyboarding, 10-key, phones).
• Ability to lift up to 10 pounds.
• Ability to follow standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS: None

From: Kratos Defense