Mechanical CAD Drafter — SolidWorks & BOM Specialist

AeroVironment, Inc.; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 29,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401K with company matching

9/80 work schedule

Paid holiday shutdown

Job summary

AeroVironment, Inc. in Albuquerque, NM is seeking a Mechanical Drafting Technician to design and document custom machined parts, assemblies, and BOMs, capturing technical data into our PLM system and preparing drawings using SolidWorks.

The role supports mechanical, electrical, and systems engineering, requiring attention to detail and the ability to work across disciplines; you will collaborate with senior engineers and manufacturing teams to ensure accurate documentation and successful

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in Mechanical Design, Drafting/Design Technology or related field.
• 1–3 years' experience creating mechanical/electro-mechanical drawings.
• SolidWorks experience for 3D modeling and detailed drawings.
• GD&T proficiency and familiarity with standard documentation practices.
• PLM systems familiarity (Arena, Agile, Windchill, Teamcenter) preferred.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a US security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Develop and update mechanical CAD models and detailed drawings using SolidWorks
• Translate design intent into BOMs and detailed drawings with senior engineers
• Prepare technical documentation packages for reviews and manufacturing release
• Perform drawing checks for accuracy and compliance with standards
• Provide cross-functional support to mechanical, manufacturing, and configuration management teams
• Support across disciplines as needed

Skills

SolidWorks

GD&T

PLM systems

Security clearance eligibility

Education

Associate's degree in Mechanical Design / Drafting

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Design

Tools

Arena

Agile

Windchill

Teamcenter

Job description

AeroVironment, Inc. in Albuquerque, NM is seeking a Mechanical Drafting Technician to design and document custom machined parts, assemblies, and BOMs, capturing technical data into our PLM system and preparing drawings using SolidWorks.

The role supports mechanical, electrical, and systems engineering, requiring attention to detail and the ability to work across disciplines; you will collaborate with senior engineers and manufacturing teams to ensure accurate documentation and successful