Computer Aided Design (CAD) Designer

Computer Aided Design (CAD) Designer

Company: Tri-County Steel LLC (TCS)

Location: On-Site at NSWC Crane

Employment Type: Full-Time

Salary: Commensurate with experience.

Clearance Level Required: Secret (Interim Secret to start). U.S. Citizenship required.

About Us: Tri-County Steel LLC (TCS) is a service-disabled veteran-owned small business located in Bedford, Indiana. We have been a trusted defense contractor supporting our industry and government partners for over 16 years, offering a wide variety of logistics, programmatic, and engineering support services. We pride ourselves on a strong commitment to our clients and a focus on quality and reliability in everything we do. Additionally, we are dedicated to the growth and development of our employees, providing opportunities for advancement and professional growth.

Job Summary

We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Drafter to support electronic warfare (EW) and radar systems engineering efforts. The selected candidate will create and maintain detailed drawings and models, with anticipated tasking centered on developing drawings for SPY-1 test fixtures, in support of the systems engineering design and configuration management process.

Essential Functions

• Create and modify detailed models and drawings using CREO, SolidWorks, and SolidEdge
• Work closely with customers, engineers, senior technicians, and drafters to capture drawing/model requirements
• Prepare drawings in support of the systems engineering process for preliminary and critical design reviews, which may include physical schematics, flow diagrams, and electrical wiring
• Assemble Technical Data Packages (TDPs) and maintain configuration management of drawings, including revision tracking and change documentation consistent with CCB/ECP processes
• Utilize knowledge related to drawing format, views, and tolerances to ensure viewer understanding and realizable, cost-effective manufacturing
• Perform a variety of moderate and complex tasks using tools such as calipers, gauge tools, tape measures, and other mechanical devices to aid in design development and verification/validation of first article pieces
• Support design review preparation by ensuring drawings and models are accurate, complete, and ready for engineering review

Experience and Skills

• Technical School degree in Drafting, Illustrating, or Graphic Arts
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in drafting/CAD; experience creating and modifying military drawings preferred
• Strong working knowledge of CREO, SolidEdge, SolidWorks, or ProE
• Familiarity with ASME Y14.100 – Engineering Drawing Practices, GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing), Technical Data Packages, and military drawing standards (desired)
• Hands-on mechanical/electro-mechanical knowledge and aptitude, with an understanding of currently accepted manufacturing processes and ISO procedures, required
• Proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Visio
• Knowledge of proper English grammar, spelling, capitalization, and punctuation rules to identify errors and make corrections as encountered
• Excellent interpersonal communication and organizational skills to work with clients, team members, and management staff, including DoD civilian, uniformed military, and contractor personnel

Desired Qualifications

• Familiarity with military drawing standards and technical data packages
• Flexibility to adapt to dynamic project requirements and deadlines
• Strong analytical problem-solving skills with high attention to detail
• Organized and process-oriented mindset

Travel: Minimal.

Benefits: Comprehensive health benefits, including life, health, dental, vision, short-term disability (STD), and long-term disability (LTD) coverage for eligible employees and family members. 401(K) Plan with company match. 12 paid holidays. Paid time off (PTO). Competitive salaries.

Application Process: We invite resumes from all interested parties.