Design Fabrication Technician

Socket.dev; South Natick (MA); On-site; USD 58,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Leidos in Natick, MA is seeking a Design Fabrication Technician to support the Army Soldier Center. You will design, fabricate, and prototype parachute and shelter components, translating blueprints into tangible parts with precision.

The role emphasizes collaboration with engineers and project managers, reading technical drawings, and delivering quality work on multiple tasks within a team-driven environment in a government contracting setting.

Qualifications

• Associate degree required with 2+ years of relevant experience; additional training may substitute.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and fabricate products efficiently.
• Demonstrated attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks.
• Strong analytical and technical skills with a collaborative mindset.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Design and fabricate parachute and shelter components from designs and schematics.
• Create preliminary layouts and fabricate prototypes using appropriate construction methods.
• Repair and modify airdrop and shelter equipment with precise seams and parts.
• Support engineers by fabricating experimental/prototype parachutes and systems.
• Collaborate with draftsmen and engineers to bring ideas to life from orders and sketches.

Skills

Industrial sewing

Reading drawings

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Analytical thinking

Independent work

Education

Associate degree

Tools

CAD

SolidWorks

Job description

Position: Design Fabrication Technician

Location: Natick, MA

Mission: Supporting the U.S. Army Combat Capabilities Development Command – Soldier Center (DEVCOM SC)

Leidos National Security Sector is seeking a Design Fabrication Technician to join our team and contribute to innovative projects that directly enhance soldier safety, readiness, and mission success.

What You’ll Do

• Design & Fabricate: Participate in the design, development, and fabrication of parachute and shelter components.
• Prototype Development: Create preliminary layouts, execute design details, and fabricate prototypes using knowledge of construction techniques, production methods, and materials.
• Precision Repairs: Repair and modify airdrop and shelter equipment with fine seams and replacement parts that match original strength and quality.
• Support Innovation: Assist engineers and project managers by fabricating experimental/prototype parachutes, cargo delivery systems, shelters, tents, covers, and other soft‑wall structures.
• Collaborate & Interpret: Work from work orders, blueprints, sketches, and verbal concepts, consulting with design draftsmen and engineers to bring ideas to life.

Required Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability with industrial sewing machines
• Associates Degree with 2+ years of relevant experience (Additional Experience, Training, and/or Certifications may substitute degree requirement)
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and fabricate products efficiently
• Exceptional attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously
• Solid analytical and technical skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of personal parachute systems and assembly (civilian or military)
• Experience following technical manual procedures
• Skills in CAD and/or SolidWorks
• Strong collaboration, communication, and problem‑solving skills

Why Join Leidos?

• Be part of a mission that directly supports the U.S. Army Soldier Center.
• Gain hands‑on experience with cutting‑edge design and fabrication projects.
• Work in a collaborative environment where your contributions make a measurable impact.

Pay Range $57,850.00 - $104,575.00

The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline onlyand not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.