MECHANICAL CAD DESIGNER/DRAFTER II - ABILITY TO OBTAIN A SECRET WITH SECURITY CLEARANCE

Are you looking to continue your designing and drafting career and wanting to support the United States Navy? If so, we have the perfect opportunity in our Norwich, CT office! As a Mechanical CAD Designer/Drafter II you will: * Provide insight to the ins and outs of drafting and designing in a professional environment for United States Submarines! * Work in a dynamic environment with amazing learning and growth potential. * Obtain and maintain a DOD secret clearance. * Receive robust benefits package that includes Employee Stock Ownership Plan! (ESOP) * Be a part of an empowered accountability culture where each employee-owner has a meaningful stake in the future success and growth of the company. A week in the life of a Mechanical CAD Designer/Drafter II: * Conduct ship checks on SSN 688/688I Class, SEAWOLF Class, VIRGINIA Class and OHIO Class (SSBN/SSGN) Class submarines. * Conduct research of submarine construction drawings using the Advanced Technical Information Support (ATIS) System. * Create 3D solid models. * Develop 2D Installation & Arrangement drawings. * Utilize Standard Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) practice as defined by the American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME Y14.5). * Develop Lists of Material (LOM). * Interpret Government Furnished Information (GFI) to meet design requirements. AMS1 Job Requirements * Ability to obtain and maintain a DOD Secret Clearance. * High School Diploma or GED and: * Technical School CAD Certificate or * A.S. / B.S. Degree in Drafting / CAD Design or Engineering discipline * Physically capable to conduct ship checks on United States Nuclear Submarines: * Be comfortable in relatively confined spaces. * Able to climb vertical ladders (20' - 25') within the submarine. At least four (4) years business experience in: * Creating 2D drawings using Computer-Aided Design (CAD) drafting software application Founded in 1975, AMERICAN SYSTEMS is one of the largest employee-owned companies in the United States. We are a government services contractor focused on delivering Strategic Solutions to complex national priority programs with 100+ locations worldwide. Through our focus on quality, strong cultural beliefs, and innovation we deliver excellence every day. Company Awards: * Forbes National Best Midsize Companies * Energage National Best Workplaces, National * Washington Post Best Workplaces Veteran Hiring Awards: * U.S. Department of Labor Hire Vets Medallion * BEST FOR VETS by Military Times * TOP 10 MILITARY FRIENDLY COMPANY by MilitaryFriendly.com AMERICAN SYSTEMS is committed to pay transparency for our applicants and employee-owners. The hourly rate for this position is between 24-28/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 (including ESOP and 401k), insurance programs, and education and training assistance. Adobe PDF tools EOE Minorities/Women/Disabled/Veterans/Gender Identity/Sexual Orientation