Space Tech: Associate Mechanical Designer (CAD & Drafting)

AeroVironment, Inc.; Albuquerque, Northern (NM, KY); Hybrid; USD 61,000 - 93,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401K matching

9/80 work schedule

Job summary

AeroVironment, Inc. designs advanced systems for space technologies. The Associate Mechanical Designer will create SolidWorks models and drawings, manage BOMs, and prepare documentation for reviews and manufacturing release.

Qualified candidates have 1–3 years in mechanical design, an Associate's or Bachelor's in Mechanical Design, proficiency in SolidWorks and Visio, and familiarity with PLM systems. Ability to obtain a US security clearance is required.

Qualifications

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Design, Drafting/Design Technology, or related field; equivalent experience considered.
• 1–3 years of experience preparing mechanical and/or electro-mechanical design drawings.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Visio (for cable/harness diagrams).
• Experience with SolidWorks (for 3D modeling, drawings, or harness drawings).
• Familiarity with PLM systems (Arena, Agile, Windchill, Teamcenter, or similar).
• Experience with GD&T and ability to obtain a US security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Develop and update mechanical CAD models and detailed drawings using SolidWorks.
• Collaborate with senior engineers to translate design intent into detailed drawings and BOMs.
• Prepare and maintain documentation packages for internal reviews and manufacturing release.
• Conduct drawing checks for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with standards.
• Provide cross-functional support to mechanical, manufacturing, and configuration management teams.

Skills

SolidWorks

Visio

GD&T

Cross-functional collaboration

Attention to detail

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Design

Tools

Arena

Agile

Windchill

Teamcenter

PLM systems

Job description

AeroVironment, Inc. designs advanced systems for space technologies. The Associate Mechanical Designer will create SolidWorks models and drawings, manage BOMs, and prepare documentation for reviews and manufacturing release.

Qualified candidates have 1–3 years in mechanical design, an Associate's or Bachelor's in Mechanical Design, proficiency in SolidWorks and Visio, and familiarity with PLM systems. Ability to obtain a US security clearance is required.