MK1 CAD Drafter II

Blue Origin LLC; Florida; Hybrid; USD 47,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stock options

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Education support program

Job summary

Blue Origin LLC is seeking a CAD drafter to translate engineering designs into detailed 3D models and drawings using Creo/Windchill. You will create and maintain detail, assembly, and installation drawings following GD&T standards and ASME Y14.5, ensuring manufacturability and dimensional accuracy across metallic and composite structures.

You will support ECRs/ECOs, maintain Windchill PLM, and collaborate with design, manufacturing, and quality teams to resolve issues.

Qualifications

• 3–5+ years creating detailed drawings and models for aircraft, spacecraft, or launch vehicle structures.
• Strong knowledge of GD&T and ASME Y14.5.
• Experience creating detail, assembly, and installation drawings for metallic/composite structures.
• US citizen or eligible status to work in the U.S.

Responsibilities

• Translate engineering designs into 3D models, drawings, and assemblies using Creo/Windchill.
• Create and maintain detailed drawings and installation drawings per ASME Y14.5 GD&T.
• Develop interface control documents under direction of design engineers.
• Perform tolerance checks and drawing reviews for manufacturability and accuracy.
• Support ECRs/ECOs by updating drawings and documentation.
• Maintain configuration control of CAD models and drawings in Windchill PLM.
• Collaborate with design, manufacturing, and quality teams to resolve discrepancies.
• Assist in first-article inspection and production by clarifying tolerances.
• Ensure drawings meet company, industry, and customer requirements.
• Assist in BOM creation for structural assemblies.

Skills

Detail drawings

Assembly drawings

Dimensional tolerances

GD&T knowledge

US citizenship status

Tools

Creo (Pro/E)

Windchill 10

Job description

Responsibilities

• Translate engineering designs and sketches into detailed 3D models, drawings, and assemblies using Creo/Windchill
• Create and maintain detail part drawings, assembly drawings, and installation drawings in accordance with ASME Y14.5 GD&T standards
• Develop and update interface control documents (ICDs) under the direction of design engineers
• Perform basic tolerance stack-up checks and drawing reviews to ensure manufacturability and dimensional accuracy
• Support engineering change requests (ECRs/ECOs) by updating drawings, models, and associated documentation
• Maintain configuration control and version management of CAD models and drawings within Windchill PLM
• Collaborate with design engineers, manufacturing engineers, and quality teams to resolve drawing discrepancies and fabrication issues
• Support first-article inspection and production by clarifying drawing intent and dimensional requirements
• Ensure drawings comply with company standards, industry codes, and customer requirements
• Assist in creating and maintaining bill of materials (BOMs) for structural assemblies

Qualifications

• 3-5+ years of experience creating detailed drawings and models for aircraft, spacecraft, or launch vehicle structures
• Proficiency with Creo (Pro/E) and Windchill 10
• Strong understanding of GD&T principles and application (ASME Y14.5)
• Experience creating detail part drawings, assembly drawings, and installation drawings for metallic and/or composite structures
• Familiarity with fastener callouts, weld symbols, and standard hardware representation
• Strong attention to detail and ability to interpret engineering intent from sketches, models, and verbal direction
• Ability to earn trust, maintain positive and professional relationships, and contribute to a culture of inclusion
• Must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum

Desired

• Experience with configuration management processes and PLM systems (Windchill preferred)
• Familiarity with manufacturing processes for metallic and composite structures (machining, forming, layup/cure)
• Experience supporting first-article inspection (FAI) and production floor troubleshooting
• Understanding of material call-outs and basic material compatibility considerations
• Experience working in a regulated aerospace environment (AS9100 or similar)

Base Pay Range for: WA applicants is $34.39 - $48.14 Other site ranges may differ.

Culture Statement

Don’t meet all desired requirements? Studies have shown that some people are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single desired qualification. At Blue Origin, we are dedicated to building an authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every desired qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

Export Control Regulations

Applicants for employment at Blue Origin must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.

Background Check Required for all positions

Blue’s Standard Background Check Required for Certain Job Profiles: Defense Biometric Identification System (DBIDS) background check if at any time the role requires one to be on a military installation Required for Certain Job Profiles: Drivers who operate Commercial Motor Vehicles with a Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW), Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) or combination of power unit and trailer that meets or exceeds 10,001 lbs. and/or transports placardable amounts of hazardous materials by ground in any vehicle on a public road while in commerce, may be subject to additional Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations including: Driver Qualification Files, Medical Certification (obtained before onboarding), Road Test, Hours of Service, Drug and Alcohol Testing, vehicle inspection requirements, CDL requirements (if applicable) and hazardous materials transportation/shipping training. Required for certain Job Profiles: Ability to obtain and maintain Merchant Mariner Credential, which includes pre-employment and random drug testing as well as DOT physical

Benefits Benefits include:

• Medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance, paid parental leave, short and long-term disability, 401(k) with a company match of up to 5%, and an Education Support Program.
• Stock Options for all regular employees (working at least 20 hours/week)
• Paid Time Off: Up to four (4) weeks per year based on weekly scheduled hours, and up to 14 company-paid holidays.

Dependent on role type and job level, employees may be eligible for benefits and bonuses based on the company's intent to reward individual contributions and enable them to share in the company's results, or other factors at the company's sole discretion. Bonus amounts and eligibility are not guaranteed and subject to change and cancellation. Please check with your recruiter for more details.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Blue Origin is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and is committed to attracting, retaining, and developing a highly qualified and dedicated work force. Blue Origin hires and promotes people on the basis of their qualifications, performance, and abilities. We support the establishment and maintenance of a workplace that fosters trust, equality, and teamwork. We provide all qualified applicants for employment and employees with equal opportunities for hire, promotion, and other terms and conditions of employment, regardless of their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin/ethnicity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by federal, state, and/or local law. Blue Origin will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the Washington Fair Chance Act, the California Fair Chance Act, the Los Angeles Fair Chance in Hiring Ordinance, and other applicable laws. For more information on “Know Your Rights,” please see here.Affirmative Action and Disability Accommodation Applicants wishing to receive information on Blue Origin’sAffirmative Action Plans, or applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in the application and/or interview process, please contact us at [e-mail] note this is a publicly managed inbox.Please do not include any personal medical information in your request.We’re committed to building the road to space so our children can build the future.We are a mission-driven company focused on ideas and innovation, and encourage fresh perspectives from bold voices.At Blue, our team is building the future as their unique selves.

Thank you for your interest in working at Blue Origin! Blue Origin was founded with a vision to enable a future where millions of people are living and working in space to benefit Earth. In order to preserve Earth, Blue Origin believes in the need to enable humanity to expand, explore, find new energy and material resources, and move industries that stress Earth into space. Blue Origin believes it has an important role in building a road to space and lowering the cost of getting there. At Blue Origin, we’re working on this today by developing fully reusable launch vehicles and systems that are safe, reliable and affordable. Every launch vehicle is designed for human spaceflight from the beginning and able to ferry payloads to space. California Applicant Privacy Notice