CAD Designer (Computer Aided Design Designer)

StraCon Services Group, LLC.; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); Remote; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled CAD Designer to join their innovative team. This role involves managing and validating engineering design data within a sophisticated Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) system, ensuring data integrity and accuracy across various CAD platforms. You will be pivotal in supporting a Major Unmanned Aircraft Program, working with advanced technologies in a remote-friendly environment. The position offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, making it an attractive opportunity for motivated professionals looking to make a significant impact in the aerospace sector.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

401(k)

Paid Time Off

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in CAD data management and BOM configuration.
• Proficient in reviewing PTC Creo and managing multi-CAD environments.
• Knowledge of PDM principles and experience with PLM systems.

Responsibilities

• Validate and manage CAD data packages primarily using PTC Creo.
• Oversee BOM configurations and ensure data integrity within Teamcenter.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to resolve data discrepancies.

Skills

BOM Management

CAD Data Review

Problem-Solving Skills

Collaboration

Attention to Detail

Education

Associates Degree in relevant field

High School Diploma with relevant experience

Tools

PTC Creo

Siemens Teamcenter

Microsoft Access

Excel Macros

NX

CATIA

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

Job description

CAD Designer (Computer Aided Design Designer)

StraCon Services Group is seeking an experienced and motivated CAD Engineer to join our dynamic team, with remote work authorized. This role focuses on managing and validating engineering design data within our Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) system, emphasizing review, configuration, and validation of existing CAD data packages (primarily PTC Creo), management of Bills of Material (BOMs), and ensuring data integrity within Siemens Teamcenter PLM. You will work extensively with supplier data, BOM structures, and Technical Data Packages (TDPs) in a multi-CAD environment, supporting data ingestion and validation processes. The information is processed through Siemens Teamcenter in the AWS Government Cloud Environment (GCE) for our Naval Air System Command (NAVAIR) customer.

This position supports a Major Unmanned Aircraft Program at Naval Air Systems Command (NAVAIR) in Patuxent River, MD. Remote work is authorized. Core working hours are from 0830-1630 EST, Monday through Friday.

Essential Job Duties

1. Review, interpret, and validate incoming supplier CAD data packages, primarily PTC Creo data.
2. Work within a multi-CAD environment, handling data from PTC Creo, NX, CATIA, SolidWorks, AutoCAD, and other platforms.
3. Manage and configure complex BOMs using dedicated software and industry standards.
4. Oversee data ingestion, validating data accuracy and completeness of TDPs.
5. Collaborate with engineering teams and suppliers to ensure data integrity and resolve discrepancies.
6. Support and manage Engineering Changes (EC) workflows within Teamcenter.
7. Utilize Microsoft Access databases and develop/maintain Excel macros for data management tasks.

Required Qualifications

• Experience with BOM creation, configuration, and management.
• Proficiency in reviewing and interpreting CAD data, especially PTC Creo.
• Experience in a multi-CAD environment and data exchange between CAD platforms.
• Ability to quickly learn new software tools and versions; familiarity with multiple CAD systems is preferred.
• Knowledge of Product Data Management (PDM) principles.
• Experience with Microsoft Access and Excel macros.
• Self-motivated, independent worker with strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Effective collaborator in a dispersed team environment.

Travel Requirements

TBD

Experience Requirements

• 3+ years in related duties.
• Experience with PLM systems, preferably Teamcenter, Windchill, or Enovia.
• Experience in aerospace industry with complex BOMs.
• Background in OEM manufacturing, NCRs, MBOMs, ECPs, and Model-Based Design (MBD).
• Ability to collaborate effectively and train others in CAD software use.

Education Requirements

• Associates Degree in a relevant field plus 3 years of practical experience, or a High School Diploma with 6 years of relevant experience.

Security Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship required.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance.

About StraCon

StraCon supports government clients and warfighters, providing technical services since 2008. Salary range: $85,000 - $110,000, based on experience. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, 401(k), and paid time off. StraCon is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.

Additional Details

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Part-time
• Job function: Design, Art/Creative, IT
• Industries: Defense & Space