Engineering Drafter

Leidos; College Park (GA); Hybrid; USD 59,150 - 106,925; Full time

Job summary

Leidos is seeking an Engineering Drafter to join our National Airspace Systems Integration Support (NISC) program to provide support to FAA engineers using drafting software and automated tracking tools. This hybrid position requires the Atlanta, Georgia area residence or willingness to self-relocate, with 2-3 days in the office.

Primary duties include producing detailed drawings, site layouts, and as-built records, while ensuring ANSI standards and regulatory compliance across public-sector

Qualifications

• Six or more years of experience drafting engineering drawings using AutoCAD.
• Ability to organize work and use automated tracking systems.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office products.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to obtain and maintain Public Trust Suitability.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed technical drawings, plans, and schematics for government and institutional facilities, translating designs into construction documents.
• Produce floor plans, elevations, sections, and site layouts that comply with project specifications and codes.
• Ensure drawings adhere to ANSI standards, conventions, and notation for public-sector projects.
• Coordinate with engineers, architects, and other design professionals to incorporate revisions and multi-discipline requirements.
• Use AutoCAD, MicroStation, Revit, SolidWorks, or Civil 3D to create, edit, and manage 2D and 3D drawings for construction and permitting.
• Prepare as-built drawings and revisions to reflect changes during construction or upgrades.
• Maintain organized drawing files, layers, and documentation for review and regulatory compliance.
• Provide monthly and semi-annual status reports.

Skills

AutoCAD

MicroStation

Revit

SolidWorks

Civil 3D

Education

Associate degree or higher

Job description

Description

Leidos is seeking an Engineering Drafter to join our National Airspace Systems Integration Support (NISC) program to provide support to the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) preparing for civil, electrical, electronic and mechanical design engineers using drafting software and automated tracking tools. The project supports air traffic control facilities over the geographic scope of the ESA.

Hybrid position - 2-3 days per week in office

No travel

Must live in the Atlanta, Georgia area or willing to self-relocate

Primary Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed technical drawings, plans, and schematics for government and institutional facilities, translating engineer and architect designs into clear, accurate construction documents
• Produce floor plans, elevations, sections, and site layouts that comply with project specifications, codes, and regulatory requirements
• Ensure all drawings adhere to ANSI drafting standards, line conventions, symbols, and notation for consistency and clarity in public-sector projects
• Coordinate with engineers, architects, and other design professionals to incorporate revisions, updates, and multi-discipline requirements into drawings
• Utilize CADD software (e.g., AutoCAD, MicroStation, Revit, SolidWorks, or Civil 3D) to create, edit, and manage 2D and 3D drawings for construction and permitting
• Prepare detailed as-built drawings, record drawings, and revisions to reflect changes made during construction or facility upgrades
• Maintain organized drawing files, layers, and documentation for ease of review, regulatory compliance, and future reference
• Provide monthly and semi-annual status reports

Minimum Requirements

• Associate degree or higher
• Six or more years of experience drafting engineering drawings using AutoCAD
• Ability to organize work and use automated systems to track and submit work
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office products and information processing tools
• Ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing
• Ability to obtain and maintain Public Trust Suitability

Pay Range

Pay Range $59,150.00 - $106,925.00

The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.

Pay and Benefits

Pay and benefits are fundamental to any career decision. That's why we craft compensation packages that reflect the importance of the work we do for our customers. Employment benefits include competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave and Retirement. More details are available at www.leidos.com/careers/pay-benefits.

Commitment to Non-Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.