Design Drafter

Kratos Defense & Security Solutions, Inc.; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life/ADD & Short/Long Term Disability

401(k) Savings Plan

Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)

Paid Time-Off (PTO)

Holidays

Education Reimbursement

Job summary

Kratos Defense & Security Solutions, Inc. in Orlando, FL, is seeking a Design Drafter II or III to translate engineering sketches into precise 2D drawings and accurate 3D models using CAD software.

The role emphasizes applying drafting standards and reviewing drawings for manufacturing readiness within mechanical, electrical, and structural domains. On-site, you will support design, fabrication, and documentation, ensuring GD&T accuracy, material specs, and proper section views.

Qualifications

• Familiarity with ASME Y14 and related drafting standards.
• Ability to interpret sketches, specs, redlines and BOMs.
• Proficient with 2D drawings and 3D models for manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Translate engineering sketches and redlines into detailed 2D drawings and 3D models.
• Apply CAD tools and GD&T to ensure clear manufacturing documentation.
• Review drawings for completeness and compliance with standards.
• Produce assembly drawings, schematics, and model documentation.

Skills

CAD proficiency

2D/3D modeling

ASME/ISO standards

GD&T understanding

BOM interpretation

Drafting standards knowledge

Education

Associate's degree in Drafting or related field

Tools

SolidWorks

Revit

AutoCAD

Inventor

Jama requirements management

PDM/PLM awareness

BIM familiarity

Job description

Readiness Delivered. Kratos engineers and deploys technology and systems that move national security forward, with the cost, speed, and reliability that make readiness certain. We are a trusted partner—driven by doing the right thing and achieving maximum success for our customers, our partners and ourselves. Kratos has an exciting opportunity for aDesign DrafterII or III.The Design Drafter provides expertise in Computer-Aided Design (CAD) software, technical drawing standards, and visualization techniques to produce accurate, detailed, and clear technical drawings and models supporting the design, fabrication, assembly, construction, and documentation of project components and systems.

• Interprets engineering sketches, specifications, redline markups, calculations, and other design inputs to accurately translate concepts into detailed 2D and 3D technical drawings and models
• Applies CAD software tools, drafting principles, and industry best practices to create precise representations of components and systems
• Ensures that all drawings and models clearly convey necessary information for manufacturing, fabrication, assembly, or construction, including accurate dimensions, materials specifications, geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T), annotations, and section views
• Reviews created or modified drawings and models for completeness, accuracy, and compliance with company, project, and relevant industry standards (e.g., ASME, ISO, AIA) before submission or release

Experience and Skills

• Minimum 5-7 years of experience in a design drafting utilizing CAD and 3D modeling software
• Follows established drafting procedures and adheres to relevant industry drafting standards (e.g., ASME Y14 series, ISO standards, or relevant company/client-specific standards) and best practices in relation to the creation, revision, and management of technical drawings and models
• Ability to interpret and work with engineering sketches, design specifications, redline markups, calculations, existing drawings, and Bill of Materials (BOMs) to produce accurate technical drawings and 3D models
• Proficiency with 2D and 3D CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, Revit, Inventor) to create and modify detailed drawings, assembly drawings, schematics, and models compliant with SAE/ASME Y14.1 and Y14.5 (GD&T)
• Understanding of manufacturing processes, materials, and construction methods relevant to the types of drawings being produced (e.g., mechanical, electrical, architectural, structural)
• Associate's degree or equivalent technical certification in Drafting, Design Technology, Engineering Technology, or a related field. (Relevant work experience may be considered in lieu of formal education for exceptional candidates).

Preferred Skills/Experience

• Experience with naval or industrial power plants
• Advanced proficiency in one or more of the following CAD or modeling software packages: AutoCAD, SolidWorks, Revit, Inventor
• Experience with any combination of: Building Information Models (BIM), SolidWorks PDM, Jama requirements management, TipQA
• Knowledge and/or experience with relevant quality management systems (e.g., ISO 9001)
• Experience with 3D modeling of complex parts and large assemblies, including parametric modeling and model management.
• Specific experience in a specialized area of drafting, such as Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs), electrical schematics and wiring diagrams, complex mechanical assemblies, or detailed structural steel drafting
• For roles involving Revit: Experience with Building Information Modeling (BIM) workflows, family creation, and managing BIM data
• Well versed in both mechanical and electrical drafting.
• Familiarity with Product Data Management (PDM) or Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) systems for drawing control and revision management

#LI-Onsite

Competitive salary based on experience and education

Kratos is valued for our ability to design and deliver leading edge, resilient solutions for aerospace communication, control, awareness and mission success across a continuum of offerings—from commercial to tailored custom solutions and integrated programs. Customers trust us to stay relevant and know we are in it for the long-haul. We bring both the capability and confidence that our customers value and depend on. And we always deliver.

This posting will close within 90 days from the Posting Date.

• Life/ADD & Short/Long Term Disability Insurance
• 401(k) Savings Plan
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
• Paid Time-Off (PTO)
• Holidays
• Education Reimbursement
• Life/ADD & Short/Long Term Disability Insurance
• 401(k) Savings Plan
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
• Paid Time-Off (PTO)
• Holidays
• Education Reimbursement
• Life/ADD & Short/Long Term Disability Insurance
• 401(k) Savings Plan
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
• Paid Time-Off (PTO)
• Holidays
• Education Reimbursement

Kratos Defense is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race,color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as aprotected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws.

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