Drafter/CAD Designer

CACI; Maryland; On-site; USD 75,000 - 158,000; Full time

Job summary

CACI is seeking a highly skilled Drafter/CAD Designer to support mechanical design across multiple projects. You will develop and update 2D/3D CAD models, drawings, and BOMs using Creo, AutoCAD, and Windchill, ensuring compliance with MIL-STD-31000 and ASME Y14.100 while coordinating with engineers to accelerate verification and production.

The role requires a TS/SCI CI Poly clearance and 3–5 years of relevant experience.

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI CI Poly clearance.
• 3-5 years of combined experience in CAD design/drafting and quality assurance.
• Experience supporting hardware, prototyping, or engineering development environments preferred.
• Familiarity with configuration management and quality documentation practices.
• Proficiency in CAD software such as AutoCAD, SolidWorks, CREO, or similar tools.
• Experience utilizing PTC Creo Parametric and Windchill PLM to develop, audit, and release complex 3D parametric models and 2D detailed assembly drawings in strict compliance with ASME Y14.100 and military data standards
• Comprehensive knowledge of MIL-STD-31000 for Technical Data Package (TDP) development, with proven experience generating, structuring, and maintaining TDP artifacts—including 3D CAD models, 2D drawings, bills of materials (BOMs), and specifications —using PTC Creo and Windchill
• Understanding of engineering principles, drafting standards, material specifications, and fabrication methods.
• Experience executing QA procedures, inspections, audits, or test plans.
• Ability to read, interpret, and produce technical drawings, schematics, and documentation.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in both QA documentation and CAD outputs.
• Analytical and problem-solving mindset, able to identify issues and recommend solutions.
• Effective communication skills for cross-team collaboration.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize in a dynamic, fast-paced program environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform mechanical design on multiple projects through all phases of product lifecycle and take direction on tasks from lead project mechanical engineers.
• Develop and update 2D/3D CAD models, assemblies, and engineering drawings.
• Prepare shop drawings, design documentation, and layouts needed for fabrication and prototyping.
• Ensure CAD outputs align with industry standards, program specifications, and configuration management requirements.
• Review drawings for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with technical requirements.
• Support engineers by transforming conceptual designs into finalized technical CAD artifacts.
• Create part models, assembly layouts, detailed drawings, and bills of materials using Creo for solid modeling

Skills

CAD design

Quality assurance

Configuration management

Reading technical drawings

Attention to detail

Cross-team communication

Tools

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

CREO

PTC Creo Parametric

Windchill PLM

Job description

Job Title: Drafter/CAD Designer

Job Category: Engineering and Technical Support

Time Type: Full time

Minimum Clearance Required to Start: TS/SCI with Polygraph

Employee Type: Regular

Percentage of Travel Required: Up to 10%

Type of Travel: Local* * *

The Opportunity

Drafter/CAD Designer will provide computer‑aided design activities within the program’s hardware and deliverable development lifecycle. This role ensures that products, drawings, and documentation meet established quality standards while supporting engineers with accurate, compliant CAD artifacts. This role is critical to ensuring design accuracy and deliverable quality across the program’s lifecycle. The candidate will help reduce rework, improve reliability of final products, and accelerate engineering throughput through accurate CAD support.

Responsibilities

• Perform mechanical design on multiple projects through all phases of product lifecycle and take direction on tasks from lead project mechanical engineers
• Develop and update 2D/3D CAD models, assemblies, and engineering drawings.
• Prepare shop drawings, design documentation, and layouts needed for fabrication and prototyping.
• Ensure CAD outputs align with industry standards, program specifications, and configuration management requirements.
• Review drawings for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with technical requirements.
• Support engineers by transforming conceptual designs into finalized technical CAD artifacts.
• Create part models, assembly layouts, detailed drawings, and bills of materials using Creo for solid modeling

Qualifications

Required:

• Active TS/SCI CI Poly clearance
• 3-5 years of combined experience in CAD design/drafting and quality assurance
• Experience supporting hardware, prototyping, or engineering development environments preferred.
• Familiarity with configuration management and quality documentation practices.
• Proficiency in CAD software such as AutoCAD, SolidWorks, CREO, or similar tools.
• Experience utilizing PTC Creo Parametric and Windchill PLM to develop, audit, and release complex 3D parametric models and 2D detailed assembly drawings in strict compliance with ASME Y14.100 and military data standards
• Comprehensive knowledge of MIL-STD-31000 for Technical Data Package (TDP) development , with proven experience generating, structuring, and maintaining TDP artifacts—including 3D CAD models, 2D drawings, bills of materials (BOMs), and specifications —using PTC Creo and Windchill
• Understanding of engineering principles, drafting standards, material specifications, and fabrication methods.
• Experience executing QA procedures, inspections, audits, or test plans.
• Ability to read, interpret, and produce technical drawings, schematics, and documentation.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in both QA documentation and CAD outputs.
• Analytical and problem‑solving mindset, able to identify issues and recommend solutions.
• Effective communication skills for cross‑team collaboration.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize in a dynamic, fast‑paced program environment

What You Can Expect

A culture of integrity.

At CACI, we place character and innovation at the center of everything we do. As a valued team member, you’ll be part of a high-performing group dedicated to our customer’s missions and driven by a higher purpose – to ensure the safety of our nation.

An environment of trust.

CACI values the unique contributions that every employee brings to our company and our customers - every day. You’ll have the autonomy to take the time you need through a unique flexible time off benefit and have access to robust learning resources to make your ambitions a reality.

A focus on continuous growth.

Together, we will advance our nation's most critical missions, build on our lengthy track record of business success, and find opportunities to break new ground — in your career and in our legacy.

Pay Range

There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our broad and competitive mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families. At CACI, you will receive comprehensive benefits such as; healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits.

The proposed salary range for this position is:

$75,200 - 158,100 USD

CACI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic.