Drafter / Reverse Engineering Technician (3D Scanning & CAD Modeling) (6 month contract)

Quest Global; Rockford (IL); On-site; USD 38,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Job summary

Quest Global in Illinois seeks a Drafter / Reverse Engineering Technician to recreate, document, and modernize legacy aircraft components using Keyence 3D scanning and Fusion 360. The role focuses on capturing accurate geometry and converting it into production-ready CAD models and drawings.

The ideal candidate has a strong machining background and experience with aging or undocumented parts, providing digital data packages to enable continued manufacturing, repair, and inventory support.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Drafting, CAD Technology, Manufacturing Tech, or equivalent.
• 3+ years drafting, CAD modeling, machining, or reverse engineering experience.
• Proficiency in Fusion 360 or similar CAD software.
• Experience creating 2D drawings and 3D models, DXF files, and GD&T specs.

Responsibilities

• Operate 3D scanning equipment to capture precise dimensional data.
• Scan obsolete parts for digital recreation and create CAD geometry.
• Generate manufacturing drawings and documentation from CAD models.
• Create DXF files for CNC machining and fabrication processes.
• Develop engineering drawings that meet drafting standards and revise docs as needed.
• Collaborate with machinists, engineers, and production teams on manufacturability.
• Support first article inspections and dimensional validation activities.

Skills

Drafting experience

CAD modeling

Fusion 360

2D drawings

DXF files

GD&T knowledge

MS Office

Education

Associate degree in Drafting/Engineering Tech

Tools

Fusion 360

Job description

The Drafter / Reverse Engineering Technician is responsible for utilizing advanced 3D scanning technology and CAD software to recreate, document, and modernize legacy and obsolete aircraft components. This role will leverage Keyence 3D scanning equipment to capture physical part geometry, develop accurate 3D models in Fusion 360, and create manufacturing-ready drawings and DXF files for production and machining operations.

The ideal candidate will possess a strong machining and manufacturing background, preferably within the aerospace industry, and have experience working with aging, obsolete, or unsupported components. This position supports the sustainment of non-airworthiness aircraft components by creating digital engineering data packages that enable continued manufacturing, repair, and inventory support.

What You will Do:

• Operate Keyence 3D scanning equipment to capture highly accurate dimensional data from existing components.
• Scan obsolete, worn, or undocumented parts and assemblies for digital recreation.
• Evaluate scan data for completeness and dimensional accuracy.
• Process point cloud and mesh data to create usable CAD geometry.
• Identify critical dimensions, tolerances, and design features from scanned components.

CAD Modeling & Drafting

• Convert scanned physical parts into fully parametric CAD models.
• Generate manufacturing drawings and technical documentation from CAD models.
• Create and maintain DXF files for CNC machining, waterjet, laser cutting, and fabrication processes.
• Develop engineering drawings that comply with company drafting standards.
• Revise and maintain engineering documentation as new information becomes available.
• Analyze legacy and obsolete components that may have limited or nonexistent technical documentation.
• Recreate engineering data packages from physical samples, hand sketches, legacy drawings, and scanned geometry.
• Research historical part configurations and material specifications when available.
• Assist in developing modern manufacturing solutions for obsolete components.

Manufacturing & Aerospace Support

• Partner with machinists, engineers, quality personnel, and production teams to validate designs.
• Evaluate manufacturability of recreated components.
• Support production troubleshooting and dimensional investigations.
• Assist with first article inspections and dimensional validation activities.

What You Will Bring:

• Associate degree in Drafting, CAD Technology, Manufacturing Technology, Mechanical Design, Engineering Technology, or equivalent experience.
• 3+ years of experience in drafting, CAD modeling, machining, manufacturing engineering support, or reverse engineering.
• Proficiency in Fusion 360 or similar CAD software.
• Experience creating 2D manufacturing drawings and 3D models.
• Experience generating DXF files for manufacturing applications.
• Ability to interpret and create engineering drawings, blueprints, GD&T, and technical specifications.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and understanding of manufacturing processes.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.

Pay Range: $27.88 - $32.69/hr.

Compensation decisions are made based on factors including experience, skills, education, and other job-related factors, in accordance with our internal pay structure. We also offer a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, paid time off, and retirement plan.

Work Requirements:

This role is considered an on-site position located in Machnesy Park, IL

• You must be able to commute to and from the location with your own transportation arrangements to meet the required working hours.

• Shop floor environment, which may include but not limited to extensive walking, and ability to lift up to 40 lbs.

Travel Requirements: Due to the nature of the work, 0% of travel is required.

Citizenship Requirements: Due to the nature of the work, U.S. citizenship is required.