Propulsion CAD Designer for Next‑Gen UAV Power Systems

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems; Poway (CA); On-site; USD 63,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) seeks a CAD Designer IV to support our Propulsion Systems Technologies Team in designing, integrating, and supporting propulsion components for unmanned aircraft.

This role emphasizes hands-on, detail-oriented CAD modeling and problem-solving with propulsion systems. You will model, draft, and document parts and assemblies, manage BOMs, and ensure manufacturability while complying with aerospace specifications.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of drafting with 2D and 3D CAD solid modeling.
• Experience with NX and Teamcenter desirable; other CAD tools may apply.
• Ability to solve complex design challenges and communicate well.
• DOD security clearance ability required.

Responsibilities

• Support engineers in design, drafting, and documentation of propulsion systems.
• Create and manage detailed CAD models and BOMs for assemblies.
• Draft drawings with GD&T and layout views.
• Prepare drawing change packages and obtain approvals.
• Collaborate with peers and other engineering disciplines.

Skills

NX/Teamcenter

3D CAD modeling

Drafting techniques

Communication skills

DOD security clearance

Education

High school diploma

Engineering software certification

Tools

Autodesk

CREO

Windchill

SolidWorks

SketchUp

Onshape

Solid Edge

Blender

Job description

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) seeks a CAD Designer IV to support our Propulsion Systems Technologies Team in designing, integrating, and supporting propulsion components for unmanned aircraft.

This role emphasizes hands-on, detail-oriented CAD modeling and problem-solving with propulsion systems. You will model, draft, and document parts and assemblies, manage BOMs, and ensure manufacturability while complying with aerospace specifications.