Drafter/CAD Operator II

General Dynamics Information Technology; Ozark (AL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

General Dynamics Information Technology seeks a Drafter/CAD Operator II to provide on-site drafting support at Fort Rucker, AL. You will create, update, and maintain CAD drawings for engineering applications, collaborating with engineers to ensure accuracy and adherence to standards.

The ideal candidate has an Associate degree (AA/AS) with 1+ years CAD experience, proficiency in AutoCAD, and the ability to manage multiple projects while maintaining attention to detail.

Qualifications

• Associates of Arts/Associates of Science; 2 years experience may be substituted.
• Active Secret clearance eligibility required.
• 1+ years related CAD drafting experience.
• Proven CAD operator experience with AutoCAD or similar software.
• Attention to detail to ensure designs are accurate and complete.
• Strong drafting techniques knowledge and engineering terminology.

Responsibilities

• Create, update, and maintain CAD drawings for engineering support.
• Review drawings to ensure adherence to specifications and standards.
• Collaborate with originators to resolve discrepancies between drawings and CAD outputs.
• Maintain a web-based information database of maps, diagrams, drawings and data; update OSP/ISP/remote facilities in CAD.
• Utilize GPS software, plotters and scanners to document geospatial data in CAD drawings.

Skills

Attention to detail

Excellent communication skills

Math skills

Ability to work under pressure

Time management

Education

Associate degree (AA/AS)

Tools

AutoCAD

Other CAD software

Job description

Make meaningful contributions that fuel critical outcomes for some of the most complex government, defense, and intelligence projects. Join GDIT as a Drafter/CAD Operator II for a career where your growth is just as important as the mission you support.

Selected candidate will provide full-time onsite support at our customer facility.

MEANINGFUL WORK AND PERSONAL IMPACT:

• As a Drafter/CAD Operator II, the work you'll do at GDIT will be impactful to the mission of the Information Management Communication Services Program at Fort Rucker. Alabama. You will play a crucial role in the creation, updating and maintenance of drawings using Computer-Aided Drafting (CAD) software for engineering support.

• Lead/Manage/Support our customer's mission by transforming initial rough product designs into working documents using computer aided design (CAD). Reviewing engineering drawings and designs to ensure adherence to established specifications and standards.

• Collaborate with design originators to resolve discrepancies between original drawings and final CAD designs.

• Drive innovation and knowledge management by maintaining a web-based information database composed of complex maps, cable/fiber configurations, digital and hard copy sketches, diagrams, drawings, photographs, databases, and tables configured in a database management system. O&M and update all OSP, ISP and remote communications facilities drawings in the CAD system. Complete redline drawings with required changes.

• Utilize Global Positioning System (GPS) software, equipment, plotters, and scanners; follow circuit paths, circuit diagrams, schematic cable, fiber runs, northing, easting and elevation in geospatial format for engineering drawings; identify circuit components; and document all data types.

WHAT YOU'LL NEED TO SUCCEED (Required):

Bring your Drafting and Computer Aided Drafting expertise along with a drive for innovation to GDIT. The Drafter/CAD Operator II must have:

Education: Associates of Arts/Associates of Science. An additional 2 years of experience may be substituted in lieu of degree.

Clearance: Active or ability to obtain a Secret security clearance.

Experience: 1+ years of related experience.

Technical skills:

• Proven work experience as a CAD operator. Proficient in AutoCAD and other computer-aided design software.

• Attention to detail to ensure all designs are accurate and all aspects of the plans are included.

• Solid understanding of drafting techniques and familiarity with engineering terminology and the ability to work closely with engineers to develop accurate designs.

• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple projects simultaneously ensuring all deadlines are met; manage time efficiently. Knowledge of relevant industry standards and regulations to ensure designs are compliant.

• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite. Good math skills. Excellent communications skills.