Senior Design Drafter

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Our Test Systems Engineering team in Military Aircraft Group is looking for a Senior Design Drafter to join them. You will report to the Drafting Section Head and will have a hybrid work schedule in Elma, NY.

As Senior Design Drafter, you will be an important part of the design and development team, supporting projects by creating clear and accurate design drawings under the guidance of Engineers, Project Leads & Section Heads.

This position participates in the design of complex electrohydraulic, electromechanical, components and subsystems within complex test systems.

As Senior Design Drafter, you will:

• Translate conceptual direction into complete design packages, including layouts, schematics, detail and assembly drawings, and parts lists.

• Work independently or with engineers to develop dimensional and functional specifications.

• Lead and guide drafting personnel on assignments, ensuring accuracy and quality.

• Present and defend design decisions, explaining assumptions, constraints, and analyses.

• Collaborate with Development, Product, and Manufacturing Engineers, as well as external vendors, throughout the design process.

• Participating in status review meetings and providing estimates on level of effort.

• Select components, materials, and processes; design tools and fixtures as needed.

• Review and check the work of junior drafters.

• Scans the environment for potential opportunities to improve/streamline processes or new and emerging technologies that will help with drafting efficiencies.

• Providing accurate estimates on completion dates of assigned tasks.

To be considered for this role, typically you'll bring:

• Associate degree in a technical field (Mechanical Engineering or Mechanical Technology preferred).

• 5+ years of drafting/design experience.

• Strong CAD skills (Siemens NX/Unigraphics experience is a plus).

• In-depth knowledge of machine shop practices, fabrication methods, descriptive geometry, dimensioning techniques, and geometric tolerancing (GD&T preferred).

• Ability to perform basic engineering calculations and apply sound design principles.

How we care for you:

• Financial Rewards: great compensation package, annual profit sharing, matching 401k and the ability to participate in Employee Stock Purchase Plan, Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts

• Work/Life Balance: Flexible paid time off, holidays and parental leave program, relocation assistance

• Health & Welfare: Comprehensive insurance coverage including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, Employee Assistance Plan ("EAP") and other supplemental benefit coverages

• Professional Skills Development: Tuition Assistance, mentorship and coaching opportunities, leadership development and other personal growth programs

• Collaborative and Welcoming Workplace: Inclusive culture rooted in our values, enhanced by Employee Resource Groups, and team-building activities.

• Additional site-specific benefits may be offered

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This position requires access to U.S. export-controlled information.

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