AMERICAN SYSTEMS

IT and engineering services for government

Mechanical Designer/Drafter 3

Design EngineeringConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timeNorwich, CT, USA$30 - $35

About the Job

Requirements

Ability to obtain and maintain a Department of War Secret clearance.
U.S. citizenship is required for obtaining or holding a U.S. security clearance.
A high school diploma or GED, plus a technical-school CAD certificate or an associate's or bachelor's degree in Drafting/CAD Design or an Engineering discipline.
Physical ability to conduct ship checks on U.S. nuclear submarines, including comfort in relatively confined spaces and ability to climb 20- to 25-foot vertical ladders.
Three to four years of business experience creating 2D drawings using computer-aided design drafting software in SolidWorks.
Three to four years of business experience creating 3D drawings using solid-modeling design software in SolidWorks; AutoCAD experience is acceptable.
Experience using Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint.
Experience using Adobe PDF tools.

Responsibilities

Conduct ship checks on SSN 688/688I Class, SEAWOLF Class, VIRGINIA Class, and OHIO Class (SSBN/SSGN) submarines.
Research 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 in accordance with Military Specifications.
Apply standard geometric dimensioning and tolerancing practice as defined by ASME Y14.5.
Develop Lists of Material (LOM).
Interpret Government Furnished Information (GFI) to meet design requirements.
Supervise, aid, and mentor Designer/Drafter I and II coworkers.

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, 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 & II coworkers.

Qualifications

Ability to obtain and maintain a DoW 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 using SolidWorks
AutoCAD experience acceptable
Microsoft Word, Excel, Access and PowerPoint software applications
Adobe PDF tools

EEO Statement

EEO Race/Sex/Disability Status/Veteran Status

Compensation: 30 to 35 (USD)

About the Company

AMERICAN SYSTEMS

IT and engineering services for government

AMERICAN SYSTEMS delivers information technology and engineering services to U.S. government clients as an employee-owned government contractor. It focuses on IT and enterprise services, software development, and systems engineering, with offerings such as legacy systems migration, mobile app development, and user experience design. The company operates primarily for federal agencies, including the Intelligence Community, by winning government contracts to support national security initiatives and mission-critical programs. Its employee-owned structure aligns workforce interests with company success, differentiating it from typical contractor firms by giving employees a stake in outcomes and accountability in delivering technical and engineering solutions to national security and IT needs.

Company size: 1,001-5,000
Company stage: Not listed
Total funding: Not listed
Headquarters: Chantilly, VA
Founded: 1975

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