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CAD Designer

The Opportunity:

Prepare technical drawings and documentation. Develop detailed design specifications for products and structures and specify dimensions, materials, and procedures. Communicate and collaborate with internal and external as well as technical and non-technical stakeholders at all levels, to ensure the quality and accuracy of drawings, models, and other written deliverables. Apply knowledge of program and project requirements, policies, and procedures. Perform moderately difficult support tasks. Work independently with minimal supervision and follow general instructions.

You Have:

• 3+ years of experience working with mechanical 3D modeling and 2D computer-aided drafting (CAD), in a professional environment

• Experience with dimensioning and tolerancing for 2D drawing development

• Experience with 3D modeling techniques and best practices

• Ability to develop detailed technical, mechanical, and electrical documentation for U.S. Navy shipboard installations, including 2D technical drawings, detailed bills of material, and associated written technical documentation

• Ability to support SOLIDWORKS and AutoCAD

• Ability to collaborate with an integrated product team, including a variety of technical and non-technical teammates

• Secret clearance

• HS diploma or GED

Nice If You Have:

• Experience with hardware design, development, model-based definition, prototyping, and integration of information technology network installations, electrical or mechanical shipboard installations, or military systems

• Experience with 3d modeling programs, such as CREO, Solid Edge, or Inventor

• Experience with performing peer reviews or drawing checking, Configuration Management, or SOLIDWORKS PDM

• Knowledge of fabrication, assembly, and modern manufacturing technologies, including additive manufacturing techniques, including 3D printing, and subtractive manufacturing techniques, including CNC

• Knowledge of ASME Y14 standards

• SOLIDWORKS, AutoCAD, or ASME GD&T Certification

Clearance:

Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information; Secret clearance is required.

Compensation

At Booz Allen, we celebrate your contributions, provide you with opportunities and choices, and support your total well-being. Our offerings include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, work-life programs, and dependent care. Our recognition awards program acknowledges employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our values. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in Booz Allen's benefit programs. Individuals that do not meet the threshold are only eligible for select offerings, not inclusive of health benefits. We encourage you to learn more about our total benefits by visiting the Resource page on our Careers site and reviewing Our Employee Benefits page.

Salary at Booz Allen is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, the individual's particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements. The projected compensation range for this position is $61,900.00 to $141,000.00 (annualized USD). The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of Booz Allen's total compensation package for employees. This posting will close within 90 days from the Posting Date.

Identity Statement

As part of the hiring process, we will ask you to complete an identity verification process that leverages advanced biometrics and artificial intelligence to ensure authenticity and protect against identity fraud. You are expected to be on camera during interviews and assessments. We reserve the right to take your picture to verify your identity and prevent fraud.

Candidate AI Usage Policy

AI is a part of our daily work at Booz Allen, and we are committed to the responsible and ethical use of AI tools. However, we want to ensure a fair candidate process based on your own skills and knowledge. As part of this commitment, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) or other tools to assist with responses during interviews (whether in-person or virtual) is prohibited unless permission is explicitly provided.

Work Model
Our people-first culture prioritizes the benefits of collaboration, whether it occurs in person or virtually. To support engagement and effective communication, employees working virtually are generally expected to have their cameras on during meetings.

• Remote: If this position is listed as remote, there may still be occasions when you are required to work in person at a Booz Allen or customer facility.

• Hybrid: If this position is listed as hybrid, you will be expected to work from a Booz Allen facility frequently, in alignment with leadership expectations and the needs of the role. You may also be required to work from or visit a customer facility.

• Onsite: If this position is listed as onsite, work will primarily be performed at a Booz Allen office or customer facility, where employees will collaborate directly with colleagues and customers as required by the role.

Commitment to Non-Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law.