Drafter / CAD operator with Security Clearance

Centurum; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Basic Life Insurance

Supplemental Life Insurance

Dependant Life Insurance

Long Term Disability Insurance

Vacation and Sick Leave

Holidays

Job summary

Centurum seeks a Drafter and CAD Operator in Charleston, SC to create and modify shipboard and shore-based installation drawings using AutoCAD. You will develop equipment layouts, elevations, mounting details, cable block diagrams, and case assemblies from existing drawings and DoD specs.

The role requires DoD familiarity, three years drafting experience in electronics, an active Secret clearance, and in-person work.

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years of drafting experience in electronics.
• Familiarity with DoD processes and procedures.
• High School diploma or GED; AutoCAD certification; Associate’s degree preferred.
• Active Secret Security Clearance required.
• In-person work location.

Responsibilities

• Create and modify shipboard and shore-based installation drawings.
• Develop equipment arrangements, elevations, mounting details, case assemblies, and cable block diagrams.
• Produce new AutoCAD files from drawings, manuals, and DoD specs.
• Link Excel tables to AutoCAD as needed.
• Adhere to military standards and collaborate within a drafting team.

Skills

Military standards

Team drafting

Education

High School diploma or GED

Associate’s Degree in Engineering Technology (preferred)

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

Job Description

Centurum is seeking a Drafter and CAD Operator to create and modify technical drawings in support of NIWC government programs in Charleston, SC. The candidate will utilize existing drawings, vendor documentation, and 2D/3D models to develop and modify shipboard and shore-based installation drawings. These include equipment arrangements, elevations, mounting and assembly details, case assembly drawings, and cable block diagrams. The candidate must be proficient in creating new AutoCAD files from drawings, technical manuals, and military/DoD specifications. Familiarity with linking Excel tables to AutoCAD is required. The candidate should demonstrate a strong understanding of military standards and designations and must be able to work effectively within a drafting team to complete large-scale projects.

• Experience: Minimum of three (3) years of experience drafting/illustrating in the electronics field. This includes computerized drafting applications, digital imaging techniques, and the use of AutoCAD to prepare graphic presentations of complex items.
• Technical Knowledge: Familiarity with DoD processes and procedures.
• Education: High School diploma or GED and AutoCAD (or equivalent) drafting certification. An Associate’s Degree in Engineering Technology or a related field is preferred.
• Software: AutoCAD: 1 year (Preferred).
• Clearance: Active Secret Security Clearance is required.
• Work Location: In person.
• Benefits:
  • Health Insurance - Centurum provides insurance for employee and dependent in a comprehensive package. Coverage for vision care is included. This option is available on a cost-sharing basis.
  • Dental Insurance - Available in conjunction with Health Insurance for an additional cost. Provides oral maintenance care for employee and dependent.
  • Basic Life Insurance - Company provided benefit for all full-time employees.
  • Supplemental Life Insurance - Optional life insurance coverage to employees at group rates.
  • Dependant Life Insurance - Optional coverage for dependents at group rate.
  • Long Term Disability Insurance - Optional coverage available to employees at group rates.
  • Vacation and Sick Leave - Leave accrual is determined by length of service.
  • Holidays - The company observes ten paid holidays each year.
  • Retirement 401(k) Plan - Centurum’s corporate benefits package includes 401K with a company bi-weekly match and a year-end profit sharing company match for all eligible employees. Investments can be made into selected funds under this plan.
• Centurum is an Equal Opportunity Employer, providing employment opportunities for all persons without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, marital status, citizenship or any other characteristic protected by U.S. law. Centurum makes reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities.