Mechanical Designer/Drafter II - SolidWorks

American Systems; Norwich (CT); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

American Systems in Norwich, Connecticut, is looking for candidates to conduct ship checks and create models in SolidWorks as part of an onsite role. Key responsibilities include optimizing mechanical designs and adhering to military specifications.

The ideal candidate will have a Technical School CAD Certificate or a degree in a related field, and three to four years of CAD experience. A DOD Secret Clearance is also necessary for this position.

Qualifications

• Ability to obtain and maintain a DOD Secret Clearance.
• U.S. Citizenship required for the purposes of obtaining/holding a U.S. security clearance.
• Physically capable to conduct ship checks on United States Nuclear Submarines.

Responsibilities

• Conduct ship checks on various classes of submarines.
• Create 3D solid models to optimize mechanical designs in SolidWorks.
• Utilize Standard Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) practices.

Skills

SolidWorks

Computer-Aided Design (CAD)

Communication with customers

Mentorship

Adobe PDF tools

Education

Technical School CAD Certificate or A.S. / B.S. Degree in Drafting / CAD Design or Engineering discipline

Tools

AutoCAD

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Access

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

Overview

AMERICAN SYSTEMS is an employee‑owned federal government contractor supporting national priority programs through our strategic solutions in the areas of Information Technology, Test & Evaluation, Program Mission Support, Engineering & Analysis, and Training.

This position is 100% Onsite.

Responsibilities

• Conduct ship checks on SSN 688/688I Class, SEAWOLF Class, VIRGINIA Class and OHIO Class (SSBN/SSGN) Class submarines.
• Conduct research of submarine construction drawings using the Advanced Technical Information Support (ATIS) System.
• Create 3D solid models to optimize mechanical designs in SolidWorks.
• Manage large assemblies in SolidWorks.
• Develop 2D Installation & Arrangement drawings in SolidWorks and in accordance with Military Specifications.
• Utilize Standard Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) practice as defined by the American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME Y14.5).
• Develop Lists of Material (LOM).
• Interpret Government Furnished Information (GFI) to meet design requirements.
• Supervise/aid/mentor Designer/Drafter I coworkers.

Qualifications

• Ability to obtain and maintain a DOD Secret Clearance.
• U.S. Citizenship Required for the purposes of obtaining/holding a U.S. security clearance
• High School Diploma or GED and: Technical School CAD Certificate or A.S. / B.S. Degree in Drafting / CAD Design or Engineering discipline
• Physically capable to conduct ship checks on United States Nuclear Submarines:
  • Be comfortable in relatively confined spaces
  • Able to climb vertical ladders (20’ – 25’) within the submarine
• Three (3) to four (4) years business experience in:
  • Creating 2D drawings using Computer-Aided Design (CAD) drafting software application in SolidWorks
  • Creating 3D drawings using solid modeling design software
• Solidworks experience
• AutoCAD experience acceptableMicrosoft Word, Excel, Access and PowerPoint software applications
• Adobe PDF tools
• Communication with customers
• Mentorship to junior level Drafter/Designers

EEO Statement

EEO Race/Sex/Disability Status/Veteran Status