Design Drafter

Apex Systems; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 61,992 - 82,656; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401K

Job summary

Apex Systems is seeking a Design Drafter for an onsite Orlando, FL contract (4-6 months) to translate engineering concepts into precise 2D drawings and 3D CAD models for defense and government applications.

The role requires 2-3 years of design experience, SolidWorks proficiency (3D strongly preferred), and the ability to produce production-ready documents and BOMs while adhering to drafting standards. U.S. security clearance eligibility is required.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of design drafting experience.
• SolidWorks proficiency (3D strongly preferred).
• Ability to produce production-ready 2D drawings and 3D models.

Responsibilities

• Interpret engineering sketches, specifications, redlines, BOMs into precise CAD deliverables.
• Produce 2D drawings and 3D models for fabrication, assembly, and documentation.
• Ensure compliance with drafting standards and best practices.

Skills

Solidworks

3D CAD

Tools

2D CAD

3D CAD

Job description

# Design DrafterApply**Job#: 3044714****Job Description:**Apex Systems, a World-Class Technology Solutions Provider, is seeking applicants for the below position on behalf of our client. Please apply if interested and qualified. Please note that only qualified candidates will be contacted. **Position:** Design Drafter**Location:** Onsite in Orlando, FL**Duration :** 4-6 month contract**Rate Range :** $45-55/hr**Position Overview:**This role supports the design and development of **advanced training and simulation systems** that help ensure operational readiness for defense and government customers. The program involves translating engineering concepts into **precise, production‐ready technical drawings and 3D models** that support the fabrication, assembly, construction, and long‐term documentation of complex simulation and training system components.As a Design Drafter, you will work closely with engineers and other technical stakeholders to interpret **engineering sketches, specifications, redlines, calculations, existing drawings, and Bills of Materials (BOMs)**, converting those inputs into high‐quality 2D and 3D CAD deliverables. These drawings and models are critical to ensuring that mechanical, electrical, and structural elements are clearly communicated and compliant with applicable drafting standards and best practices.While the specific program details have not been released to the public yet, the work reflects a defense contractor’s focus on delivering **cost‐effective, reliable training and simulation solutions** that support national security objectives. The drawings produced in this role directly contribute to real‐world training environments designed for accuracy, repeatability, and mission readiness.**Top Must-Haves:**· Solidworks (3D strongly preferred)· Must have done design work for 2-3 years minimum. No fresh grads.· Must meet the qualifications to be able to obtain a security clearance. *Everforth Apex is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Everforth Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRateds Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico.**Everforth Apex uses a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. Click here for more details. By applying for this job, you agree to receive calls, AI-generated calls, text messages, or emails from Everforth Apex and its affiliates, and contracted partners. Frequency varies for text messages. Message and data rates may apply. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. You can reply STOP to cancel and HELP for help. You can access our privacy policy at https://www.apexsystems.com/privacy-policy**Everforth Apex Benefits Overview: Everforth Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Everforth Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Everforth Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Everforth Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our ‘Welcome Packet’ as well, which an Everforth Apex team member can provide.**Everforth Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Everforth Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law.**If you require an accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act to participate in an interview with a virtual recruiter or to use our website for a search or application, please contact our Benefits Department at [e-mail] or 804-523-8228. Please note that this contact information is strictly to be used for medical ADA accommodations and that no other inquiries will be answered.**UnitedHealthcare creates and publishes the Transparency in Coverage Machine-Readable Files on behalf of Everforth Apex Systems.***Employee Type:** Contract**Location:** Orlando, FL, US**Job Type:** Engineering and Technicians**Date Posted:** July 31, 2026**Pay Range:** $45 - $60 per hour