Submarine Mechanical Designer & Drafter II

AMERICAN SYSTEMS; McLean (VA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

AMERICAN SYSTEMS in McLean, VA is seeking a Mechanical Designer/Drafter II to support U.S. Navy submarine programs and unmanned underwater vehicles.

You will develop 2D drawings and 3D models, perform ship checks, and document installation layouts in accordance with Navy standards. Collaborate with Mechanical Engineers to optimize shipboard installations, apply GD&T per ASME Y14.5, manage design files, and participate in design reviews.

Qualifications

• Must be able to obtain/maintain a DoW Secret clearance.
• 2+ years of related experience in CAD drafting and 2D/3D design.
• Experience reading engineering drawings and specifications.

Responsibilities

• Create 2D drawings and 3D models for submarine and UUV installations.
• Perform ship checks and verify configurations using technical drawings.
• Collaborate with engineers to optimize mechanical layouts.
• Develop and maintain material lists (LOMs) and documentation.
• Apply GD&T per ASME Y14.5 and ensure design integrity.

Skills

CAD drafting

3D modeling

Reading drawings

Microsoft Office

Education

CAD/Drafting Certificate

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

AutoCAD

Autodesk Inventor

SOLIDWORKS

Adobe PDF tools

Job description

AMERICAN SYSTEMS in McLean, VA is seeking a Mechanical Designer/Drafter II to support U.S. Navy submarine programs and unmanned underwater vehicles.

You will develop 2D drawings and 3D models, perform ship checks, and document installation layouts in accordance with Navy standards. Collaborate with Mechanical Engineers to optimize shipboard installations, apply GD&T per ASME Y14.5, manage design files, and participate in design reviews.