Engineering Drafter

Leidos; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 48,000 - 87,000; Full time

Job summary

Leidos in Huntsville, Alabama seeks a Mechanical/Electrical Drafter to support the Rapid Integration and Prototyping (RIP) department. You will capture mechanical designs in 2D and develop 3D models, producing part layouts with tolerances and wiring schematics for land-based and aerial systems.

Responsibilities include organizing drawing reviews, incorporating comments, and releasing files through our Configuration Management system, while adhering to ASME standards and using SolidWorks, KiCAD,

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in Mechanical Drafting or equivalent required.
• 3+ years of experience using SolidWorks.

Responsibilities

• Capture mechanical designs for 2D drawings/schematics and 3D models.
• Create part layout drawings with dimensioning and tolerances; specify materials and finishes.
• Layout wiring schematics; prepare top-level systems data packages.
• Document mechanical and electrical designs; select hardware and wiring.
• Organize drawing reviews; incorporate comments and design changes.
• Release drawings/part files through Configuration Management system.

Education

Associate’s degree in Mechanical Drafting or equivalent

Tools

SolidWorks

KiCAD

PLM systems

Job description

Description

Looking for an opportunity to make an impact? At Leidos, we deliver innovative solutions through the efforts of our diverse and talented people who are dedicated to our customers’ success. We empower our teams, contribute to our communities, and operate sustainable. Everything we do is built on a commitment to do the right thing for our customers, our people, and our community. Our Mission, Vision, and Values guide the way we do business.

About the role

Leidos is seeking a qualified Mechanical/Electrical Drafter for its Rapid Integration and Prototyping (RIP) Department. Based in Huntsville, Alabama, RIP provides responsive, cost-effective engineering solutions. The selected candidate will support numerous systems and projects from land-based array platforms to aerial sensor solutions.

Primary Responsibilities

The successful candidate will serve as a Mechanical/Electrical Drafter that will handle all aspects of capturing mechanical designs for 2D drawings/schematics and 3D models. Specific duties may encompass creation of part layout drawings with dimensioning and tolerances, material and finish specification of components, wiring schematic layouts, and top-level systems technical data packages. Areas of work will include documenting mechanical and electrical designs, hardware and wiring selection, and small level assembly of parts and components. The Candidate will also be responsible for organizing drawing reviews, incorporating drawing comments and design changes, and releasing drawings/part files through our Configuration Management system.

Basic Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in Mechanical Drafting or equivalent field is required.
• The ideal candidate will have 3+ years of relevant experience using Solidworks.
• US Citizenship is required with the ability to obtain and maintain secret clearance.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with drafting of mechanical aspects
• Knowledge of ASME drawing standards
• 3D printing experience including part design and various printing methods
• Experience with compatible materials, fasteners, coatings, processes, and assembly methods
• Organization skills to document designs, assist with Technical Data Packages (TDP)
• Creating up to Level 3 TDPs to MIL-STD-31000
• Working knowledge of Solidworks, KiCAD, PLM systems

If you're looking for comfort, keep scrolling. At Leidos, we outthink, outbuild, and outpace the status quo - because the mission demands it. We're not hiring followers. We're recruiting the ones who disrupt, provoke, and refuse to fail. Step 10 is ancient history. We're already at step 30 - and moving faster than anyone else dares.

Original Posting

August 25, 2026. For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.

Pay Range

Pay Range $48,100.00 - $86,950.00. 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.

About Leidos

Leidos is an industry and technology leader serving government and commercial customers with smarter, more efficient digital and mission innovations. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, with 47,000 global employees, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $16.7 billion for the fiscal year ended January 3, 2025. For more information, visit www.Leidos.com.

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.