Mechanical Designer/Drafter II

<h2>Overview</h2> <p>AMERICAN SYSTEMS is an employee-owned federal government contractor supporting national priority programs through our strategic solutions in the areas of Information Technology, Test &amp; Evaluation, Program Mission Support, Engineering &amp; Analysis, and Training.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>The Mechanical Designer/Drafter II position supports mechanical design and drafting efforts for United States Navy submarine programs and Unmanned Underwater Vehicles (UUV)s. The Mechanical Designer/Drafter II develops and updates technical drawings and models, conducts ship checks, and assists with shipboard installation and mechanical design documentation in accordance with Navy, DoW, and company standards.</p> <h2>Responsibilities</h2> <ul> <li>Conduct ship checks on United States Navy submarines to collect field data and verify existing configurations.</li> <li>Research submarine construction using ship construction drawings, specifications, and technical documentation.</li> <li>Collaborate directly with Mechanical Engineers to create 3D solid models supporting optimization of mechanical designs for shipboard installations.</li> <li>Develop 2D mechanical component and assembly-level drawings in accordance with applicable standards.</li> <li>Develop, update, and maintain Lists of Material (LOM).</li> <li>Support senior Mechanical Designer/Drafter personnel with development of shipboard installation and arrangement drawings.</li> <li>Apply mechanical drafting principles and engineering concepts to support design solutions.</li> <li>Implement Standard Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&amp;T) practices in accordance with ASME Y14.5 standards.</li> <li>Perform self-checks of drawings and models to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance prior to submittal.</li> <li>Participate in internal design reviews and incorporate review comments into assigned drawings.</li> <li>Maintain organized electronic design files and adhere to configuration management and document control processes.</li> <li>Communicate effectively with engineers, designers, and program team members to clarify design intent and task requirements.</li> <li>Track assigned tasks, meet schedule-driven deliverables, and provide status updates to senior design staff or project leaders.</li> <li>Follow company quality management system (QMS) procedures and support continuous improvement efforts.</li> <li>Comply with all safety, security, export control, and confidentiality requirements when working in office, shipyard, and onboard environments.</li> </ul> <h2>Qualifications</h2> <ul> <li>Ability to obtain and maintain a Department of War (DoW) Secret Clearance.</li> <li>U.S. Citizenship is required for the purpose of obtaining and holding a U.S. security clearance.</li> <li>High School Diploma or GED, plus a Computer-Aided Design/Drafting Certificate.</li> <li>2 years minimum of business-related experience in one or more of the following:</li> <li>Creating 2D drawings using Computer-Aided Design (CAD) software</li> <li>Creating 3D drawings using solid modeling design software</li> <li>Developed understanding of mechanical drafting principles, manufacturing processes, and drawing conventions.</li> <li>Ability to read and interpret engineering sketches, specifications, and technical drawings.</li> <li>Experience with Autodesk AutoCAD® and Autodesk Inventor® is desired but not required. SOLIDWORKS® experience is acceptable.</li> <li>Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint.</li> <li>Experience using Adobe PDF tools.</li> <li>Physically capable of conducting ship checks aboard United States Navy submarines.</li> <li>Comfortable working in confined spaces.</li> <li>Ability to climb vertical ladders ranging from 20 to 25 feet unassisted.</li> <li>Work may be performed in office, shipyard, and onboard submarine environments.</li> <li>May require travel to Navy facilities and shipyards.</li> </ul> <h2>Pay Transparency Statement</h2>AMERICAN SYSTEMS is committed to pay transparency for our applicants and employee-owners. The salary range for this position is USD $25.35/Hr. - USD $31/Hr. Actual compensation will be determined based on several factors permitted by law. AMERICAN SYSTEMS provides for the welfare of its employees and their dependents through a comprehensive benefits program by offering healthcare benefits, paid leave, retirement plans, insurance programs, and education and training assistance. <h2>EEO Statement</h2>EEO Race/Sex/Disability Status/Veteran Status