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Astranis

CAD Engineer

San Francisco, CA

CAD Engineer As an Astranis CAD Engineer you will design, develop, configure, and maintain ... Develop, ideate, and document considerate practices that enable good and efficient design * Assist ...

Munters

3D CAD Designer

Daleville, VA

$24.25 - $33.50/hr

Collaborate across teams to improve product design * Assist with prototype builds and continuous improvement efforts What You Bring * 3+ years of 3D CAD design experience * Proficiency in SolidWorks ...

Munters

3D CAD Designer

Daleville, VA · On-site

$24.25 - $33.50/hr

Collaborate across teams to improve product design * Assist with prototype builds and continuous improvement efforts What You Bring * 3+ years of 3D CAD design experience * Proficiency in SolidWorks ...

Munters

3D CAD Designer

Daleville, VA

$24.25 - $33.50/hr

Collaborate across teams to improve product design * Assist with prototype builds and continuous improvement efforts What You Bring * 3+ years of 3D CAD design experience * Proficiency in SolidWorks ...

Munters

3D CAD Designer

Daleville, VA

$24.25 - $33.50/hr

Collaborate across teams to improve product design * Assist with prototype builds and continuous improvement efforts What You Bring * 3+ years of 3D CAD design experience * Proficiency in SolidWorks ...

Munters

3D CAD Designer

Daleville, VA · On-site

$24.25 - $33.50/hr

Collaborate across teams to improve product design * Assist with prototype builds and continuous improvement efforts What You Bring * 3+ years of 3D CAD design experience * Proficiency in SolidWorks ...

SAIC

Entry Level CAD Assistant

Hanahan, SC

The CAD Drafter will be an integral part of the team creating/updating Technical Data Packages; being familiar with ASME standards, Technical Data Packages, and military drawing standards desired.

SAIC

Entry Level CAD Assistant

Hanahan, SC · On-site

The CAD Drafter will be an integral part of the team creating/updating Technical Data Packages; being familiar with ASME standards, Technical Data Packages, and military drawing standards desired.

Munters

3D CAD Designer-Daleville,Virginia

Vinton, VA

$26.50 - $36.50/hr

Collaborate across teams to improve product design * Assist with prototype builds and continuous improvement efforts What You Bring * 3+ years of 3D CAD design experience * Proficiency in SolidWorks ...

Munters

3D CAD Designer-Daleville,Virginia

Cave Spring, VA

$23.75 - $32.75/hr

Collaborate across teams to improve product design * Assist with prototype builds and continuous improvement efforts What You Bring * 3+ years of 3D CAD design experience * Proficiency in SolidWorks ...

6AM City, LLC

WI · On-site

$140 - $190/hr

The CAD Manager is responsible for leading and managing all computer-aided design (CAD) activities supporting the development, integration, and sustainment of aerospace systems and related ...

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AERONOT DESIGN

CAD Drafter

Fresno, CA

$22.25 - $30/hr

CAD Drafter Aeronot Design is an architecture firm specializing in imaginative, custom buildings rather than standard, box-like structures. The team collaborates closely with clients to understand ...

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How much do cad assistant jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 8, 2026, the average hourly pay for cad assistant in the United States is $19.42, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.14 and $21.88 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are typical daily responsibilities for a CAD assistant?

As a CAD Assistant, your daily tasks typically include creating and updating technical drawings, assisting with the preparation of detailed schematics, and revising designs based on feedback from engineers or architects. You may also manage digital files, maintain documentation, and ensure that design standards are consistently followed. Collaboration with team members is common, as you'll often participate in project meetings and communicate design changes as needed. This role requires balancing precision with productivity, making organizational skills essential for managing multiple assignments simultaneously.

What is a CAD assistant?

A CAD Assistant supports designers, engineers, or architects by creating and modifying technical drawings using computer-aided design (CAD) software. They help ensure accuracy, update design files, and collaborate with teams to meet project requirements. This role may also involve organizing design documents and assisting in quality control checks. Strong attention to detail and proficiency in CAD software are essential skills for this position.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the CAD assistant position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a CAD Assistant, you need proficiency in computer-aided design (CAD) software, attention to detail, and a background in technical drawing or engineering principles, often supported by a relevant associate degree or certification. Familiarity with industry-standard programs such as AutoCAD, SolidWorks, or Revit is frequently required, along with knowledge of file management and technical documentation systems. Strong communication, organization, and teamwork skills help you interpret instructions, meet deadlines, and collaborate with designers or engineers. These abilities ensure that drawings are accurate, revisions are handled efficiently, and projects move forward smoothly within design and engineering teams.

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CAD Engineer

Astranis

San Francisco, CA

Full-time

Re-posted 5 days ago

Job description

CAD Engineer

As an Astranis CAD Engineer you will design, develop, configure, and maintain spacecraft components and assemblies like bracketry, harnesses, propulsion manifolds, and waveguides. You must have a strong problem-solving background, an enthusiasm for novel design, and designing in complex systems. Experience with spacecraft is a benefit but is not required.

Role
  • Model and draw components, structures, and manifolds for the spacecraft and its supporting structures
  • Works with the management of top-level spacecraft assemblies in CAD, as well as create and maintain BOMs in the transfer to production
  • Check and review engineering drawings
  • Develop, ideate, and document considerate practices that enable good and efficient design
  • Assist in recruiting, interviewing and hiring additional teammates to our rapidly-growing team
Requirements
  • 1-3 years of experience in a design role
  • Experience with SolidWorks
  • Experience with GD+T and engineering drawings
  • A passion for hardware development, including working in a fast-paced environment with hands-on development
 Bonus
  • Expertise of SolidWorks and PDM Administration
  • Experience with design of complex assemblies and components
  • Experience in the design of spaceflight components and/or vacuum compatible systems
  • Experience with surface modeling

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