Drafter

Appone; Great Mills (MD); On-site; USD 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid leave

Holidays

Health insurance

Dental insurance

401(k) matching

Job summary

J.F. Taylor, Inc. is seeking a CAD Drafter to develop and maintain electrical and mechanical drawings, schematics, and technical documentation in support of modeling and simulation systems at Naval Air Station Patuxent River.

The role requires experience with AutoCAD or similar CAD tools, translating engineering concepts into detailed drawings, and collaboration with electrical and mechanical engineers. DoD/government program experience is highly desirable.

Qualifications

• Experience using AutoCAD or other CAD/drafting software to develop, modify, and maintain electrical and mechanical drawings, schematics, assemblies, and technical documentation.
• Experience translating engineering concepts, sketches, and redline changes into accurate CAD drawings to support engineering and manufacturing activities.
• Experience working with electrical and mechanical engineers to develop and update technical drawings, system documentation, parts lists, and related engineering deliverables.
• Prior experience supporting Department of Defense, military, or government engineering programs, particularly in a controlled or classified work environment, is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Develop and update electrical and mechanical drawings, schematics, and technical documentation in support of modeling and simulation systems, engineering activities, and manufacturing drawing packages.
• Create electrical system-level drawings, cable assembly drawings, electrical schematics, mechanical drawings, assemblies, and related technical illustrations using AutoCAD and other applicable computer-aided design (CAD) tools.
• Work closely with electrical and mechanical engineers to develop, modify, and maintain drawings and technical documentation based on engineering requirements and design changes.
• Interface with engineering personnel to incorporate redline changes, field updates, engineering revisions, and other modifications into controlled drawing packages.
• Support the development and maintenance of drawings and documentation associated with modeling and simulation hardware, equipment, interfaces, and system configurations.
• Review drawings and technical documentation for accuracy, completeness, consistency, and compliance with established engineering and drafting standards.
• Maintain drawing and documentation files in accordance with established Configuration Management (CM) processes, including revision control, document identification, and change tracking.
• Work effectively in a process-oriented engineering environment at Naval Air Station Patuxent River, collaborating closely with electrical engineers, mechanical engineers, and other modeling and simulation personnel.

Skills

AutoCAD

CAD drafting

Electrical drawings

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Responsibilities

• Develop and update electrical and mechanical drawings, schematics, and technical documentation in support of modeling and simulation systems, engineering activities, and manufacturing drawing packages.
• Create electrical system-level drawings, cable assembly drawings, electrical schematics, mechanical drawings, assemblies, and related technical illustrations using AutoCAD and other applicable computer-aided design (CAD) tools.
• Work closely with electrical and mechanical engineers to develop, modify, and maintain drawings and technical documentation based on engineering requirements and design changes.
• Interface with engineering personnel to incorporate redline changes, field updates, engineering revisions, and other modifications into controlled drawing packages.
• Support the development and maintenance of drawings and documentation associated with modeling and simulation hardware, equipment, interfaces, and system configurations.
• Research and document part information for common hardware, electrical components, connectors, mechanical components, and other system elements; prepare and maintain parts lists and supporting spreadsheets using Microsoft Excel.
• Review drawings and technical documentation for accuracy, completeness, consistency, and compliance with established engineering and drafting standards.
• Maintain drawing and documentation files in accordance with established Configuration Management (CM) processes, including revision control, document identification, and change tracking.
• Work effectively in a process-oriented engineering environment at Naval Air Station Patuxent River, collaborating closely with electrical engineers, mechanical engineers, and other modeling and simulation personnel.

Position Requirements

• Experience using AutoCAD or other CAD/drafting software to develop, modify, and maintain electrical and mechanical drawings, schematics, assemblies, and technical documentation.
• Experience translating engineering concepts, sketches, and redline changes into accurate, detailed CAD drawings in support of engineering and manufacturing activities.
• Experience working closely with electrical and mechanical engineers to develop and update technical drawings, system documentation, parts lists, and related engineering deliverables.
• Prior experience supporting Department of Defense, military, or government engineering programs, particularly in a controlled or classified work environment, is highly desirable.
• Previous experience working on a military installation, preferably Naval Air Station Patuxent River, and familiarity with the requirements and procedures associated with working in a classified space is a plus.

Salary Range 45K - 70K and will be commensurate with experience

Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time

Level of Clearance Required Secret Eligible

Amount of Travel None

About the Organization

J.F. Taylor, Inc. was founded as an engineering firm in 1983 by John F. Taylor, a retired Naval Aviation Officer and engineer. With over 600 employees and $200 million in annual revenues, we have continually leveraged our engineering foundation in systems engineering, software development, and the design and production of high fidelity training devices. Our capabilities include the design, manufacture and fabrication of single prototypes and the high-volume production of aircraft and maritime kits and components.

Competitive salaries and benefits are critical to attracting and retaining excellent employees. We recognize that happy employees lead to continuity, experience, and quality work.

• Four Weeks of Paid Leave
• Ten Paid Holidays
• Health Insurance, including Medical, Vision, and Prescription Coverage
• Company HSA/HRA Contributions
• Dental Insurance
• Term Life Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Matching Contributions
• IRS Section 125 Flexible Benefits Plan
• Supplemental Health Coverage Plans
• Supplemental Disability and Life Insurance Plans
• Tuition Assistance
• Reduced Rates for Corporate Fitness Membership

Req Number DRA-26-00001

EOE Statement J.F. Taylor is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or other non-merit based factors.

This position is currently accepting applications.