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Summary:
The Mechanical Drafter I is an entry-level position. The Mechanical Drafter I creates and revises technical drawings based on rough engineering notes, drawings, sketches, and verbal instructions. The Drafter I will work with engineers and manufacturing personnel, who will provide the product technical data. The Drafter I will incorporate these specifications into drawings for the manufacture, maintenance, or repair of the products. Duties include collecting measurement data, creating new models and drawings, updating existing drawings, creating files for CNC and Waterjet, and finalizing the drawing package. Assignments regularly require the use of mathematical calculations and research involving precedents, manufactures' catalogs, and technical guides.
Essential Job Functions:
Uses ASME/ ANSI standards CAD design and drafting techniques and skills.
Produces CAD format drawings from the data and instructions received from the engineers.
Ensures all CAD drawings are correct.
Works within the SolidWorks EPDM system.
Read and comprehend all trades' drawings and documents.
Attends engineering design meetings as required.
Must be capable of safely handling government-furnished equipment and materials.
Must be available to work a standard weekly schedule with overtime as required.
Performs other duties as required.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Possesses a basic understanding of ASME/ANSI drawing standards.
Minimum experience of one (1) year with SolidWorks or similar 3D design software.
Minimum experience of one (1) year with AutoCAD or similar 2D design software.
Experience with SolidWorks EPDM desired.
Has a basic mechanical and conceptual aptitude.
Takes direction and from senior drafters and management.
Ability to work independently or in a team atmosphere.
Education and Experience:
High school diploma or equivalent plus two (2) years related work experience in CAD design and drafting, or;
Associates Degree in CAD or drafting studies in lieu of experience.
Basic proficiency with AutoCAD (electrical and mechanical drafting) is desired.
Basic proficiency with SolidWorks (mechanical design and drafting) is desired.
LSI was originally founded as Logistic Services International in 1978 by two former Naval Officers. The founders sold LSI to the employees in January 2006 via the LSI Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).
Initially established to meet the aviation training and support needs of foreign militaries operating U.S. Navy aircraft and systems, LSI has developed an enviable reputation for innovation, responsiveness, and reliability among a customer base that includes the U.S. Department of Defense, Department of Homeland Security, numerous foreign militaries, and the largest military aircraft manufacturing and defense companies in the world.
Our Corporate Headquarters and Cecil Training Center are in Jacksonville, Florida with a worldwide reputation for delivering the finest quality training products and support services to meet the needs of our domestic and international customers. Additionally, LSI’s operates a 60,000 Sq. ft. manufacturing and production facility located on a 17,000-acre state-of-the-art commercial center with direct access to four active 8,000 to 12,000-foot runways.