• CAD Design Drafter - Space and Airborne Systems

    L3Harris (Ashburn, VA)


    L3Harris is dedicated to recruiting and developing high-performing talent who are passionate about what they do. Our employees are unified in a shared dedication to our customers’ mission and quest for professional growth. L3Harris provides an inclusive, engaging environment designed to empower employees and promote work-life success. Fundamental to our culture is an unwavering focus on values, dedication to our communities, and commitment to excellence in everything we do.

     

    L3Harris Technologies is the Trusted Disruptor in the defense industry. With customers’ mission-critical needs always in mind, our employees deliver end-to-end technology solutions connecting the space, air, land, sea and cyber domains in the interest of national security.

     

    Job Title: CAD Design Drafter - Space and Airborne Systems

     

    Job Code: 24791

     

    Job Location: Ashburn, VA

     

    Work Schedule: 9/80 (Every other Friday off!)

    Job Description:

    This role will perform a wide range of CAD design assignments in support of the mechanical engineering organization including the editing of models and/or drawings, notes provided by engineering. Assures design documentation complies with the program requirements, organizations processes and industry standards. Prepares accurate drawings and schematics with proper tolerances, dimensions and instructions, with oversight from more senior level designers.

     

    The Agile Development Group (ADG) specializes in developing disruptive, next-generation technologies for advanced Unmanned Air Systems (UAS / UAV), advanced radar systems, next-generation weapon systems, and other RF sensor technologies using small company agility and big company experience.

    Essential Functions:

    + Provide CAD support (PTC Creo) throughout the product development process

    + Generate and/or modify products models, drawings and documentation

    + Support the control of mechanical digital data files and drawings

    + Prepare and incorporate engineering changes orders

    + Input data and assure hardware structures are accurate in a Product Data Management tool

    + Work under general supervision

    + Compliance with command media and standards

    + Identifies problems/issues in CAD design/drawings and provide corrective actions

    + Utilize 3D CAD tools, specifically PTC Creo Parametric

    + Knowledge of applicable government and industry standards including ASME Y14.5 (Geometric dimensioning and tolerancing) and ASME Y14.100 (Engineering Drawing Practices) and its application techniques

    Qualifications:

    + Requires a High School Diploma or equivalent and a minimum of 8 years of prior relevant experience or 2 years post-Secondary/Associates Degree with a minimum of 4 years of prior related experience.

    + Ability to obtain and maintain DOD Secret Security Clearance

    + 3+ years experience in 3D CAD modeling using PTC Creo, Solidworks, or CATIA

    + Experience using Microsoft Office products

    Preferred Additional Skills:

    + Expertise in 3D CAD modeling

    + PTC Creo strongly preferred

    + Strong mechanical aptitude and general understanding of manufacturing and assembly techniques

    + Prior experience in developing aircraft structures or major sub-assemblies is strongly desired

    + Prior electronics packaging experience

     

    L3Harris Technologies is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. L3Harris is committed to treating all employees and applicants for employment with respect and dignity and maintaining a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or other related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, characteristic or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local laws. L3Harris maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks, where permitted by law.

     

    Please be aware many of our positions require the ability to obtain a security clearance. Security clearances may only be granted to U.S. citizens. In addition, applicants who accept a conditional offer of employment may be subject to government security investigation(s) and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

     

    By submitting your resume for this position, you understand and agree that L3Harris Technologies may share your resume, as well as any other related personal information or documentation you provide, with its subsidiaries and affiliated companies for the purpose of considering you for other available positions.

     

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