General Overview
Telemetry & Communications Systems, Inc. (TCS) is seeking a Drafter to lead and contribute to the design, development, and implementation of our telemetry antenna measurement systems.
The successful candidate will work with a team of fellow RF engineers, software engineers, mechanical engineers and program management to design mechanical components and assemblies based on instruction from senior engineers. Research methods of manufacturing to help reduce costs and build time for mechanical components.
This position is to be filled onsite in Chatsworth, CA. No employer visa sponsorship is available.
Responsibilities
The successful candidate, as a minimum, should exhibit proven capabilities in the following:
- Create detailed 3D models and 2D drawings using SolidWorks software.
- Ensure that all designs comply with industry standards and specifications.
- Collaborate with engineers and project managers to develop and modify designs.
- Perform regular quality checks to ensure accuracy and completeness of designs.
- Create design specifications, documentation, and material lists.
- Maintain accurate documentation of all design changes and revisions.
- Communicate with vendors and suppliers to obtain necessary materials and components.
- Provide technical support and assistance to production and manufacturing teams.
- Troubleshoot and resolve design issues as they arise during the production process.
- Assist with inspection to ensure incoming parts meet set drawing specifications.
Qualifications
- Experience in drafting for mechanical projects (electrical is a plus).
- Strong communication skills to collaborate with cross-functional teams.
- Time management skills to meet project deadlines.
- Willingness to learn and adapt to new technologies and design standards.
- Hard skills:
- Computer Aided Design (CAD) proficiency (Preferably with Solidworks).
- Manufacturing drawings proficiency.
- Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) knowledge.
- Assembly modeling skills.
- Organizational skills for proper documentation.
- Inspection methods a plus.
- Soft skills:
- Teamwork - Cooperating and collaborating effectively with colleagues.
- Communication - Expressing ideas clearly and concisely.
- Organizational - Prioritizing tasks and managing time efficiently.
- Creativity - Generating innovative solutions to challenging problems.
- Flexibility - Adapting to changing requirements and circumstances.
- Problem-solving - Identifying and resolving issues quickly and effectively.
- Attention to Detail - Analyzing data and catching errors.
- Must be a U.S. Citizen. This position will be working directly on a contract with the U.S. Government which requires all employees performing these functions to be U.S. Citizens.
Compensation
- Salary Range: $60,320-$72,800 annually (based on experience)
- 100% PAID COVERAGE for Medical, Dental, and Vision for the EMPLOYEE and DEPENDENTS
- 401(k) Employer Match
- Employee Stock Ownership Program (company funded)
- MetLife Life Insurance: 1x salary to a maximum of $100,000 (company funded)
- MetLife Short-Term Disability (company funded)
- MetLife Long-Term Disability (company funded)
- 11 paid holidays per year
- 2 weeks' vacation per year (80 hours)
- 5 days sick time per year (40 hours)
- HealthCare FSA
- Dependent Care FSA
Equal Opportunity Employer
TCS is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran, or disability status.
About TCS ®
TCS designs and manufactures sophisticated Tracking Antenna systems for the telemetry, communications, and intelligence marketplace.
About Delta Telemetry Systems ®
Made up of four Delta Information Systems (DIS) companies, GDP, Acroamatics, TCS & Wideband Systems, Delta Telemetry Systems (DTS) is an industry-leading supplier of high-quality aerospace telemetry products for Flight Test, Missile Test, Range Safety, Launch Support and Satellite Command and Control applications. Our product offerings address the complete telemetry chain from Antenna, Data Acquisition, Storage, Transport and Distribution to Telemetry Processing and Display. DTS customers include all DoD entities, all Major Primes, Integrators, Gov Labs, Aircraft & Missile Manufacturers, & Launch Facilities. We have led the telemetry community for over 50 years, bringing a wealth of technical and application knowledge to our customers.