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Computer Aided Design Director Jobs in California

Manager, CAD Services

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$110K - $205K/yr

Manager, Product Definition, CAD Services & Design Standards Job Code: 42451 Job Location: Canoga Park, CA Job Schedule: 9/80: Employees work 9 out of every 14 days - totaling 80 hours worked - and ...

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CAD Designer (Seasonal)

Anaheim, CA

$28.25 - $39/hr

This diverse team - representing a wide variety of disciplines and talents from technical directors ... The CAD Designer (Seasonal) with Disney Live Entertainment (DLE) synthesizes technical design ...

Principal CAD Designer

El Segundo, CA · On-site

$28.75 - $39.75/hr

We are looking to add a Principal CAD Designer to our team. If you are great at what you do, enjoy working in a startup environment, and are passionate about developing leading-edge hardware for ...

About the Role We're seeking an experienced Electrical CAD Designer to support a major upgrade ... This role is expected to be performed primarily on-site due to the need for direct interaction with ...

About the Role We're seeking an experienced Electrical CAD Designer to support a major upgrade ... This role is expected to be performed primarily on-site due to the need for direct interaction with ...

Principal CAD Designer

El Segundo, CA · On-site

$48.50 - $58.35/hr

We are looking to add a Principal CAD Designer to our team. If you are great at what you do, enjoy working in a startup environment, and are passionate about developing leading-edge hardware for ...

Perform expert debug of design errors to direct expeditious resolution: explaining user errors to ... Work with CAD tool vendors to identify and resolve bugs, improve tool usability, and evaluate new ...

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Manufacturing CAD Engineer

Lebec, CA · On-site

$120K - $125K/yr

Manufacturing CAD Engineer Location: California (Remote/Hybrid) We are seeking an experienced Manufacturing CAD Engineer to join an innovative team focused on advanced off-site construction and ...

Principal CAD Designer

El Segundo, CA

$28.75 - $39.75/hr

We are looking to add a Principal CAD Designer to our team. If you are great at what you do, enjoy working in a startup environment, and are passionate about developing leading-edge hardware for ...

CAD DrafterPay: $25-$38/hr (DOE)Schedule: Full-timeBenefits: 401k, Medical - Dental - Vision - Life - FSA - Aflac, 9 Paid Holiday'sRole OverviewThe CAD Drafter supports the Engineering team by ...

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Manufacturing CAD Engineer

Lebec, CA · On-site

$120K - $125K/yr

Manufacturing CAD Engineer Location: California (Remote/Hybrid) We are seeking an experienced Manufacturing CAD Engineer to join an innovative team focused on advanced off-site construction and ...

CAD Drafter

Salida, CA · On-site

$25 - $38/hr

CAD Drafter Pay: $25-$38/hr (DOE) Schedule: Full-time Benefits: 401k, Medical - Dental - Vision - Life - FSA - Aflac, 9 Paid Holiday's Role Overview The CAD Drafter supports the Engineering team by ...

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Manager, CAD Services

Harris Corporation

Los Angeles, CA • On-site

$110K - $205K/yr

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Company rating: 8.5 out of 10

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Job description

L3Harris is dedicated to recruiting and developing high-performing talent who are passionate about what they do. Our employees are unified in a shared dedication to our customers' mission and quest for professional growth. L3Harris provides an inclusive, engaging environment designed to empower employees and promote work-life success. Fundamental to our culture is an unwavering focus on values, dedication to our communities, and commitment to excellence in everything we do.
L3Harris is the Trusted Disruptor in defense tech. With customers' mission-critical needs always in mind, our employees deliver end-to-end technology solutions connecting the space, air, land, sea and cyber domains in the interest of national security.
Job Title: Manager, Product Definition, CAD Services & Design Standards
Job Code: 42451
Job Location: Canoga Park, CA
Job Schedule: 9/80: Employees work 9 out of every 14 days - totaling 80 hours worked - and have every other Friday off
Job Description:
The Product Definition, CAD Services & Design Standards Manager will lead the Canoga Park team of 10+ staff members, providing critical leadership for MSSL program product definition (PD). This role combines hands-on technical contribution (75%) with leadership responsibilities (25%), ensuring delivery of high-quality product definitions while driving continuous improvement and staff development. This position will represent the LA site on the CAD and PLM Governance boards to act on the behalf of the LA site program business needs while aligning with the overall common processes.
Essential Functions:
  • Program Support & Technical Leadership
  • Create, maintain, and release Product Definitions for Canoga Park MSSL projects
  • Ensure CAD process discipline and technical excellence across all programs
  • Provide Product Definition BOE (Basis of Estimate) creation and review support to program teams
  • Proactively support Operations, Tooling, and Quality Centers of Excellence at Canoga Park site

Team Leadership & Management
  • Oversee daily task assignments and workload distribution for 10 CAD Services staff members plus contingent workforce
  • Lead employee development, training, and performance management
  • Manage department budgets and ensure appropriate staffing levels to meet program demands
  • Foster staff growth through clear goal-setting and skill development initiatives
  • Build strong collaborative relationships with program IPTs and functional leadership

Process Governance & Continuous Improvement
  • Represent Canoga Park MSSL program interests on the AR Segment CAD Process and Governance team
  • Implement and maintain AR CAD Standards across new and existing programs
  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives and participate in AR segment-wide projects
  • Deliver CAD Process training across the Canoga Park Design organization
  • Champion adoption of new methodologies (e.g., MBD) to enhance quality and release responsiveness and digital thread goals

Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Design, or related technical field and a minimum of 9 years of related experience. Graduate Degree in Engineering, Design, or related technical field and a minimum of 7 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 13 years prior experience in Engineering, Design, or related field.

Preferred Additional Skills:
  • 9+ years of CAD experience with 3+ years in a leadership capacity - preferably in the Defense industry
  • Expert proficiency in Creo and Windchill PLM software
  • Strong knowledge of ASME Y14.5 GD&T and CAD standards
  • Advanced top-down modeling and drawing creation skills
  • Proven ability to deliver Product Definitions through PLM systems
  • Experience with MSSL (Missile Systems) programs
  • Familiarity with MS365 suite (OneNote, Teams, Project, Visio)
  • Track record of implementing process improvements and new CAD methodologies
  • Demonstrated technical and staff leadership capabilities
  • Experience representing technical interests on governance boards
  • Excellent communication skills across departments and disciplines
  • Strong people leadership skills with focus on staff development
  • Experience managing budgets and resource allocation
  • Knowledge of production support requirements (Operations, Tooling, Quality)

In compliance with pay transparency requirements, the salary range for this role in the State of California is $110,500 - $205,000 This is not a guarantee of compensation or salary, as final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to experience and geographic location. L3Harris also offers a variety of benefits, including health and disability insurance, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, EAP, education assistance, parental leave, paid time off, and company-paid holidays. The specific programs and options available to an employee may vary depending on date of hire, schedule type, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.
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L3Harris Technologies is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. L3Harris is committed to treating all employees and applicants for employment with respect and dignity and maintaining a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or other related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, characteristic or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local laws. L3Harris maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks, where permitted by law.
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Harris Computer Systems, based in Ottawa, ON, CA, is an established player in the field of public sector software technology. Since its inception in 1976, the company has been striving to make clients' operations more efficient through reliable, practical, and flexible software solutions. Its extensive portfolio primarily serves utility, healthcare, public sector, and educational institutions, contributing to the betterment of public services through technology. Harris strongly believes in the value of forward-thinking technology and the power it has to drive progress for the public sector. This methodology is entirely in line with their mission to ensure customer success by providing reliable, practical, and robust software solutions.

Industry

Accounting services

Company size

1,001 - 5,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Ottawa, ON, CA

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