Engineering Drawing Checker

Gilder Search Group; Slidell (LA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Gilder Search Group seeks a CAD Drafter to translate conceptual designs into fully detailed 3D models and 2D drawings, ensuring manufacturability for aerospace components.

You will generate MIL-STD-31000 compliant TDPs, perform rigorous drawing checks, support engineering tasks across mechanical subsystems, and collaborate across disciplines while maintaining documentation in PDM/PLM systems; U.S. Security Clearance eligibility is required.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in 3D modeling and 2D drafting; SolidWorks and AutoCAD required.
• Expert-level knowledge of ASME Y14.5 (GD&T) and ASME Y14.100 drawing practices.
• Understanding of fabrication methods to ensure manufacturability.
• Strong written and verbal communication.
• MS Office familiarity.
• Ability to work collaboratively in lab, shop floor, or office.
• Eligibility to obtain and maintain U.S. Security Clearance.

Responsibilities

• Translate conceptual designs into detailed 3D models and 2D drawings.
• Prepare TDP drawings up to MIL-STD-31000 Level 3.
• Review drawings and parts lists for accuracy and manufacturability.
• Support engineering tasks for mechanical structures and subsystems.
• Perform tolerance analyses and GD&T verifications.
• Manage release and revision of documents in PDM/PLM.
• Collaborate with Mechanical, Electrical, and Systems teams and shop personnel.

Skills

Drafting & CAD Proficiency

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

GD&T (ASME Y14.5)

Jira

MagicDraw

MS Office

Communication Skills

Education

Associate’s degree or technical certification in CADD/Mechanical Engineering Technology

Bachelor’s degree in related technical discipline

Tools

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

MagicDraw

Jira

MS Office

Job description

Responsibilities

• Detailed Drafting & Modeling: Translate conceptual and preliminary designs from engineering staff into fully detailed, manufacturable 3D models and 2D drawing packages.


• TDP Generation: Prepare comprehensive Technical Data Package (TDP) drawings, up to Level 3 production, in strict accordance with MIL-STD-31000 and internal Textron standards.


• Drawing Checking & Review: Act as a checking authority to perform rigorous reviews of drawings, models, and parts lists generated by other staff and engineers. Ensure accuracy, completeness, proper fit/function, and manufacturability before release.


• Low-Level Engineering: Act as a critical support function to the engineering staff by executing fundamental engineering and design tasks for mechanical structures, brackets, enclosures, and vehicle subsystems.


• Tolerance Analysis: Apply and verify proper Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) and perform tolerance stack-up analyses on complex assemblies.


• Configuration Management: Manage the release and revision of engineering documentation through the Product Data Management (PDM) / Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) system.


• Cross-Functional Support: Participate in design reviews, working closely with Mechanical, Electrical, and Systems engineers, as well as manufacturing and shop floor personnel to resolve fabrication issues.

Qualifications

• Drafting & CAD Proficiency: Advanced, proven proficiency in 3D modeling and 2D drafting tools. SolidWorks and AutoCAD are required; familiarity with MagicDraw and Jira is a plus.


• Standards Expertise: Expert-level understanding of ASME Y14.5 (GD&T) and ASME Y14.100 drawing practices.


• Manufacturing Knowledge: Solid understanding of fabrication methods, including machining, sheet metal forming, welding, and assembly processes to ensure designs are practically manufacturable.


• Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to provide constructive feedback during the drawing checking process.


• Software Skills: Solid working knowledge of Microsoft Office products (i.e., Outlook, Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, and Visio).


• Environment: Desire and ability to operate collaboratively in a team environment, with the temperament to work in the lab, on the shop floor, or in the office.


• Clearance: Must be eligible to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance.

Education & Experience Levels

• Experience levels will be determined by the hiring team.


• We are looking for candidates with an Associate’s degree or technical certification in Computer-Aided Drafting and Design (CADD), Mechanical Engineering Technology, or a related field.


• A bachelor’s degree in a related technical discipline is a plus, but extensive, highly relevant experience in drafting, design, and formal drawing checking may be substituted for degree requirements.

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