CAD Draftsperson – Air/Ground Communications Systems

Peraton; Des Moines (WA); On-site; USD 66,000 - 106,000; Full time

Job summary

Peraton is seeking a CAD Draftsperson for the NEXCOM program in Des Moines, WA. The role focuses on creating and revising technical and architectural drawings to support Air/Ground communications infrastructure for FAA facilities nationwide.

Strong CAD skills, attention to detail, and familiarity with FAA documentation standards are essential. Ideal candidates will have extensive CAD experience, plus 3D modeling or BIM exposure, and the ability to work with engineers, PMs, and field staff to

Qualifications

• BS/BA in engineering, architecture, or related field required or equivalent experience.
• Experience with CAD tools in engineering/architecture environments.
• Strong CAD proficiency and familiarity with FAA-style documentation standards.

Responsibilities

• Provide drafting support for development and update of facility as-built drawings.
• Create, modify and maintain technical drawings using CAD and manual drafting methods.
• Ensure drawings comply with FAA standards and documentation requirements.
• Translate field data and design specs into accurate drawings and documentation.
• Maintain drawing libraries and version control of engineering docs.
• Collaborate with engineers and field personnel to incorporate updates.
• Review drawings for accuracy and compliance; identify discrepancies.
• Support project design, installation planning, and documentation updates.

Skills

CAD drafting

AutoCAD

3D modeling / BIM

precision drawings

Education

BS/BA in engineering/architecture/related field

MS/MA in related field

AS degree with experience

Tools

AutoCAD

BIM tools (Revit)

Job description

Peraton is seeking a CAD Draftsperson for the NEXCOM program in Des Moines, WA. The role focuses on creating and revising technical and architectural drawings to support Air/Ground communications infrastructure for FAA facilities nationwide.

Strong CAD skills, attention to detail, and familiarity with FAA documentation standards are essential. Ideal candidates will have extensive CAD experience, plus 3D modeling or BIM exposure, and the ability to work with engineers, PMs, and field staff to