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American Systems

Electrical Designer/Drafter I

Norwich, CT · On-site

$44K - $73K/yr

Electrical Designer/Drafter I Location US-CT-Norwich ID 2026-4146 Category Engineering Position ... entry-level position that supports electrical design and drafting efforts for United States Navy ...

American Systems

Electrical Designer/Drafter I

Norwich, CT · On-site

$44K - $73K/yr

Electrical Designer/Drafter I Location US-CT-Norwich ID 2026-4146 Category Engineering Position ... entry-level position that supports electrical design and drafting efforts for United States Navy ...

Aerotek

Electrician

Honolulu, HI

$24.75 - $33.75/hr

... submarine, shipyard, terminate, wire, connector, technician, clearance, secret, pin, wire ... Engineering or related field). 2. Two (2)+ years of installation, modification, field change ...

Conrad Shipyard

Structural Welder

Morgan City, LA · On-site

$18.25 - $24/hr

Higher level classified welders read and interpret welding symbols on engineering drawings and ... Pass entry level welding test or ABS certification test, depending on classification and welding ...

Austal

Test & Activation Specialist I

Mobile, AL · On-site

This position is an entry level in the test technician and activation job family. Under close ... shipyard environment required. • Ability to maintain proficiency in shipboard engineering plant ...

BAE Systems

Superintendent I

San Diego, CA · On-site

$67K - $114K/yr

BAE Systems is seeking an entry level Ship Superintendent I. In this position, you will report ... Bachelor's degree in technical, engineering, project management, or business major * Knowledge of ...

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Mechanical Designer/Drafter I

Mechanical Designer/Drafter I

American Systems Corporation

Norwich, CT

$25 - $28/hr

Full-time

Medical, Retirement, PTO

Posted 10 days ago

Job description

Overview
The Mechanical Designer/Drafter I is an entry-level position that supports mechanical design and drafting efforts for United States Navy submarine programs. Under the guidance of senior design personnel, the Designer/Drafter I develops and updates technical drawings and models, conducts ship checks, and assists with shipboard installation and mechanical design documentation in accordance with Navy, DoD, and company standards.
Responsibilities
  • Conduct ship checks on United States Navy submarines to collect field data and verify existing configurations.
  • Research submarine construction using ship construction drawings, specifications, and technical documentation.
  • Create 3D solid models to support and optimize mechanical designs under supervision.
  • Develop 2D mechanical component and assembly-level drawings in accordance with applicable standards.
  • Develop, update, and maintain Lists of Material (LOM).
  • Update and revise drawings using redline input from senior Designer/Drafter personnel.
  • Support senior Designer/Drafter personnel with the development of shipboard installation and arrangement drawings.
  • Apply basic mechanical drafting principles and engineering concepts to support design solutions.
  • Implement Standard Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) practices in accordance with ASME Y14.5 standards.
  • Perform self-checks of drawings and models to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance prior to submittal.
  • Participate in internal design reviews and incorporate review comments into assigned drawings.
  • Maintain organized electronic design files and adhere to configuration management and document control processes.
  • Communicate effectively with engineers, designers, and program team members to clarify design intent and task requirements.
  • Track assigned tasks, meet schedule-driven deliverables, and provide status updates to senior design staff or project leaders.
  • Follow company quality management system (QMS) procedures and support continuous improvement efforts.
  • Comply with all safety, security, export control, and confidentiality requirements when working in office, shipyard, and onboard environments.

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Qualifications
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Defense (DoD) Secret Clearance.
  • U.S. Citizenship is required for the purpose of obtaining and holding a U.S. security clearance.
  • High School Diploma or GED, plus a Computer-Aided Design/Drafting Certificate.

Experience Requirements
  • 1-2 years of business-related experience in one or more of the following:
  • Creating 2D drawings using Computer-Aided Design (CAD) software
  • Creating 3D drawings using solid modeling design software

Technical Skills
  • Basic understanding of mechanical drafting principles, manufacturing processes, and drawing conventions.
  • Ability to read and interpret engineering sketches, specifications, and technical drawings.
  • Experience with Autodesk AutoCAD® and Autodesk Inventor® is desired but not required.
  • SOLIDWORKS® experience is acceptable.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint.
  • Experience using Adobe PDF tools.

Physical Requirements
  • Physically capable of conducting ship checks aboard United States Navy submarines.
  • Comfortable working in confined spaces.
  • Ability to climb vertical ladders ranging from 20 to 25 feet unassisted.

Work Environment
  • Work may be performed in office, shipyard, and onboard submarine environments.
  • May require travel to Navy facilities and shipyards.

Wage Transparency Statement
AMERICAN SYSTEMS is committed to pay transparency for our applicants and employee-owners. The salary range for this position is USD $25.00/Hr. - USD $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, insurance programs, and education and training assistance.
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