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Astronics

Designer Drafter

Clackamas, OR

The Max-Viz enhanced visions systems (EVS) are designed and certified for use as an improvement to safety by a vast array of airplanes, helicopters, and unmanned-aerial-vehicles in the commercial ...

Astronics

Designer Drafter

Clackamas, OR · On-site

The Max-Viz enhanced visions systems (EVS) are designed and certified for use as an improvement to safety by a vast array of airplanes, helicopters, and unmanned-aerial-vehicles in the commercial ...

Astronics

Designer Drafter

Clackamas, OR · On-site

The Max-Viz enhanced visions systems (EVS) are designed and certified for use as an improvement to safety by a vast array of airplanes, helicopters, and unmanned-aerial-vehicles in the commercial ...

Meta

Surfacing Designer

Seattle, WA · On-site

$118K/yr

... airplanes, etc. You love to build stuff, be it tinkering projects, or house renovations, or ... Surfacing Designer Responsibilities: * Support the development of category-defining products ...

Meta

Surfacing Designer

Burlingame, CA

$118K/yr

... airplanes, etc. You love to build stuff, be it tinkering projects, or house renovations, or ... Surfacing Designer Responsibilities: * Support the development of category-defining products ...

Albertsons

Layout Designer

Boise, ID · On-site

The Space Planning Store Layout Designer is responsible for the development of all store stocking ... Prolonged time sitting in cars or airplane. * Uses calculators, keyboards, TEAMs, and other office ...

PacSun

Digital Designer

Anaheim, CA · On-site

$75K - $82K/yr

The Digital Designer must be able to work successfully within a team setting that includes ... Hotel, Airplane, and Car Travel may be required. Position Type/Expected Hours of Work: This is a ...

Astronics-

Designer Drafter

Oregon, WI · On-site

The Max-Viz enhanced visions systems (EVS) are designed and certified for use as an improvement to safety by a vast array of airplanes, helicopters, and unmanned-aerial-vehicles in the commercial ...

Albertsons

Layout Designer

Boise, ID · On-site

The Space Planning Store Layout Designer is responsible for the development of all store stocking ... Prolonged time sitting in cars or airplane. * Uses calculators, keyboards, TEAMs, and other office ...

Astronics Corporation

Designer Drafter

Clackamas, OR · On-site

The Max-Viz enhanced visions systems (EVS) are designed and certified for use as an improvement to safety by a vast array of airplanes, helicopters, and unmanned-aerial-vehicles in the commercial ...

Albertsons

Layout Designer

Boise, ID · On-site

The Space Planning Store Layout Designer is responsible for the development of all store stocking ... Prolonged time sitting in cars or airplane. * Uses calculators, keyboards, TEAMs, and other office ...

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How much do airplane designer jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 11, 2026, the average hourly pay for airplane designer in the United States is $26.76, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $23.56 and $31.73 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Airplane Designer vs Aerospace Engineer?

AspectAirplane DesignerAerospace Engineer
CredentialsBachelor's in aerospace, aeronautical engineering or related fieldBachelor's or higher in aerospace, mechanical, or aeronautical engineering
Work EnvironmentDesign offices, labs, CAD softwareResearch labs, manufacturing plants, testing facilities
Industry UsagePrimarily in aircraft design companies and manufacturersBroader aerospace sector including aircraft, spacecraft, defense

While both roles involve aircraft design, an Airplane Designer focuses specifically on creating and developing airplane models, often working within design teams. An Aerospace Engineer has a broader scope, working on various aerospace projects including aircraft, spacecraft, and defense systems, often involving research, testing, and systems analysis.

How do you become an airplane designer?

To become an airplane designer, typically a bachelor's degree in aerospace engineering, mechanical engineering, or a related field is required. Gaining experience through internships or entry-level engineering roles and developing skills in CAD software and aerodynamics are important steps in the process.

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Designer Drafter

Clackamas, OR

Astronics
Aerospace Product and Parts Manufacturing • 1 - 5K employees
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Full-time

Posted 15 days ago

Astronics rating

8.3

Company rating: 8.3 out of 10

Based on 18 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

Astronics-PECO, located in picturesque Clackamas, Oregon near the foothills of Mt. Hood, designs, certifies, manufactures, and sells a wide range of products to commercial, government, and military markets throughout the world. Our highly engineered interior and structural aerospace products are supplied to the largest aircraft manufacturers and are installed in aircraft around the globe, and our military products are used in critical national defense applications. The Max-Viz enhanced visions systems (EVS) are designed and certified for use as an improvement to safety by a vast array of airplanes, helicopters, and unmanned-aerial-vehicles in the commercial, government, and military marketplace. PECO-Controls are well established temperature control devices designed for applications where high quality is a must, such as the hospitality industry, commercial cooking, and other critical applications.

We are looking for a Designer Drafter to join our team. In this role you would be working with specifications and instructions from our Mechanical and Tooling Engineers to generate 3D CAD models and 2D drawings. Our team utilizes SolidWorks software and SolidWorks PDM, experience with this software is required.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Create 3D CAD models and assemblies in SolidWorks from data or instructions provided from engineers
  • Create 2D drawings as required
  • Generate new designs and concepts per project requirements
  • Verify parts, assemblies, and drawings using SolidWorks CAD are correct, complete, and ready for PDM vault storage
  • Upload SolidWorks CAD data into PDM vault location
  • Observe safety and security procedures, report potentially unsafe conditions
  • Perform other work-related duties as assigned

DESIREDKNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES & EXPERIENCES:

  • Associate's degree, or equivalent, in Computer Aided Drafting preferred
  • 5-10 years related experience
  • Previous experience with a PDM or PLM system is desired. Ability to learn SolidWorks PDM quickly, required
  • Requires thorough knowledge of drafting techniques, engineering terminology and manufacturing processes and materials
  • Proven expertise with SolidWorks
  • Ability to organize, prioritize and track task assignments
  • Strong computer skills, including proficiency with MS Office applications
  • Knowledge of techniques for proper plastic part design

Employment Eligibility Requirements:

This position may involve access to items subject to U.S. export-control laws. Employment is contingent upon the employee’s authorization to access such items under applicable law. The company does not guarantee and is under no obligation to seek such authorization if it would be necessary.

An offer of employment is contingent on successfully passing a pre-employment background and drug screening (including cannabis). Applicants who do not successfully pass both the drug and background screenings will not be considered for employment.

Accommodation Requests:

Astronics PECO is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. If you need special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment, please e-mail Peco.humanresources@astronics.com or call: 503-387-6045. We will make a determination on your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis.

Astronics-PECO is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.

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