Mechanical CAD Drafter

YOUR MISSION

As a Mechanical CAD Drafter at True Anomaly you will play a vital role in bringing spacecraft hardware to life through precise production-ready drawings and documentation. From flight components to ground support equipment you will translate complex engineering concepts into clear manufacturable designs that support every phase of spacecraft development. This is an opportunity to build deep technical expertise at the intersection of design manufacturing and space systems — working alongside engineers and technicians to ensure our hardware meets the highest standards of quality and performance

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop accurate piece part and assembly drawings for flight hardware GSE and structural components ensuring compliance with engineering requirements and GD&T standards.
• Translate verbal direction sketches and engineering inputs into detailed technical drawings using NX (Siemens) editing CAD models as needed to support drawing accuracy and completeness.
• Maintain and update existing drawings and models in response to engineering change orders design reviews and manufacturing feedback.
• Support the production of spacecraft assembly storyboards and work instructions to guide manufacturing and integration teams through build sequences.
• Produce and manage drawing packages for moderately complex flight hardware and GSE assemblies scaling in complexity and ownership with experience.
• Collaborate with mechanical thermal electrical and structural engineers to incorporate design updates and resolve drawing-related discrepancies.
• Assist in the creation of technical documentation for design reviews (PDR CDR TRR) including drawing packages and interface details.
• Work within configuration management systems to ensure drawing revisions are properly tracked and released.
• Support the fabrication and assembly process by providing technical drawing guidance to production and integration teams.
• At senior levels own complex multi-level drawing packages across concurrent programs serve as the primary technical resource for drawing standards and GD&T application and drive continuous improvement in drafting processes and documentation practices.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• Associate's degree in drafting engineering technology or a related discipline or 2+ years of professional experience in mechanical drafting or aerospace engineering support.
• Working knowledge of mechanical GD&T principles and their application to manufactured parts and assemblies.
• Proficiency in NX (Siemens) for drawing creation; SolidWorks experience is acceptable.
• Familiarity with manufacturing processes and how drawing specifications translate to fabricated hardware.
• Ability to read and interpret complex engineering diagrams schematics and assembly instructions.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple drawing tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Passion for the space industry and a desire to contribute to mission-critical hardware.

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• Experience supporting aerospace defense or similarly regulated industries where drawing quality and configuration control are critical.
• Familiarity with spacecraft or satellite hardware including flight structure mechanisms or GSE design and documentation.
• Exposure to assembly storyboarding or work instruction development for production environments.
• Experience working within configuration management or PLM systems (e.g. Windchill Teamcenter) and engineering change processes.
• Familiarity with relevant aerospace drawing and documentation standards (e.g. ASME Y14.5 MIL-STD-100).
• Experience supporting design reviews and preparing formal drawing packages for technical milestone events.
• Comfort working in both office and production floor environments interfacing directly with manufacturing and integration teams.
• Active U.S. security clearance or ability and willingness to obtain one.

COMPENSATION 

• Colorado Hourly Base Rates
  • CAD Drafter: $31.25 – $43.27 per hour
  • CAD Drafter II: $36.06 – $48.08 per hour
  • CAD Drafter III: $43.27 – $60.10 per hour
  • Senior CAD Drafter: $55.29 – $74.52 per hour
• California Hourly Base Rates:
  • CAD Drafter: $33.65 – $45.67 per hour
  • CAD Drafter II: $38.46 – $50.48 per hour
  • CAD Drafter III: $45.67 – $62.50 per hour
  • Senior CAD Drafter: $57.69 – $79.33 per hour

This position is non-exempt and is eligible for overtime.

Equity + Benefits including Health Dental Vision HRA/HSA options PTO and paid holidays 401K Parental Leave

Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills education and experience.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to maintain or obtain TS//SCI clearance
• Work Location: this role will be fully onsite at our GravityWorks factory in Centennial CO or Long Beach CA
• Work environment is in a standard office working at a desk or in a production factory.
• Physical demands may include frequent standing sitting walking bending and lifting or carrying items up to 20lbs.

This position will be open until it is successfully filled. To submit your application please follow the directions below. #LI-Onsite

What We Do

Space was once the quietest place in the universe. Now it's crowded contested and confrontational.  We are True Anomaly: the only defense company focused exclusively on space defense. Founded in 2022 by ex-U.S. Space Force members True Anomaly designs and builds advanced systems for space superiority: agile and powerful spacecraft platforms mission software engineered for unmatched command and control and payloads tailored for precision sensing and effects.    True Anomaly is headquartered in Centennial CO with regional offices in Colorado Springs CO Long Beach CA and Washington D.C.  We are hiring and seeking exceptional talent to join True Anomaly from any technical industry or background to bring unique talents perspective and solutions. If you embrace complexity lead instead of follow showcase integrity over ego take ownership for outcomes and measure success by impact we want to hear from you.

Why Work With Us

True Anomaly exists to enable a secure stable and sustainable space environment for the US its allies and partners. We design and build spacecraft and software solutions for space superiority. If you are ready to contribute to the future of space defense we’d love to hear from you.

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