Kratos Defense

Kratos engineers and deploys technology and systems that move national security forward, with the cost, speed, and reliability that make readiness certain. We are a trusted partner—driven by doing the right thing and achieving maximum success for our customers, our partners and ourselves. Kratos has an exciting opportunity for Design Drafters II or III. The Design Drafter provides expertise in Computer-Aided Design (CAD) software, technical drawing standards, and visualization techniques to produce accurate, detailed, and clear technical drawings and models supporting the design, fabrication, assembly, construction, and documentation of project components and systems.

ABOUT THE JOB

The Design Drafter provides expertise in Computer-Aided Design (CAD) software, technical drawing standards, and visualization techniques to produce accurate, detailed, and clear technical drawings and models supporting the design, fabrication, assembly, construction, and documentation of project components and systems.Interpret engineering sketches, specifications, redline markups, calculations, and other design inputs to accurately translate concepts into detailed 2D and 3D technical drawings and modelsApply CAD software tools, drafting principles, and industry best practices to create precise representations of components and systemsEnsure that all drawings and models clearly convey necessary information for manufacturing, fabrication, assembly, or construction, including accurate dimensions, materials specifications, geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T), annotations, and section viewsReview created or modified drawings and models for completeness, accuracy, and compliance with company, project, and relevant industry standards (e.g., ASME, ISO, AIA) before submission or releaseExperience and SkillsMinimum 2-5 years of experience in a design drafting utilizing CAD and 3D modeling softwareFollows established drafting procedures and adheres to relevant industry drafting standards (e.g., ASME Y14 series, ISO standards, or relevant company/client-specific standards) and best practices in relation to the creation, revision, and management of technical drawings and modelsAbility to interpret and work with engineering sketches, design specifications, redline markups, calculations, existing drawings, and Bill of Materials (BOMs) to produce accurate technical drawings and 3D modelsProficiency with 2D and 3D CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, Revit, Inventor) to create and modify detailed drawings, assembly drawings, schematics, and models compliant with SAE/ASME Y14.1 and Y14.5 (GD&T)Understanding of manufacturing processes, materials, and construction methods relevant to the types of drawings being produced (e.g., mechanical, electrical, architectural, structural)Associate's degree or equivalent technical certification in Drafting, Design Technology, Engineering Technology, or a related field. (Relevant work experience may be considered in lieu of formal education for exceptional candidates).Preferred Skills/ExperienceExperience with naval or industrial power plantsAdvanced proficiency in one or more of the following CAD or modeling software packages: AutoCAD, SolidWorks, Revit, InventorExperience with any combination of: Building Information Models (BIM), SolidWorks PDM, Jama requirements management, TipQAKnowledge and/or experience with relevant quality management systems (e.g., ISO 9001)Experience with 3D modeling of complex parts and large assemblies, including parametric modeling and model management.Specific experience in a specialized area of drafting, such as Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs), electrical schematics and wiring diagrams, complex mechanical assemblies, or detailed structural steel draftingFor roles involving Revit: Experience with Building Information Modeling (BIM) workflows, family creation, and managing BIM dataWell versed in both mechanical and electrical drafting.Familiarity with Product Data Management (PDM) or Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) systems for drawing control and revision management

RESPONSIBILITIES✨

• Interpret engineering sketches, specifications, redline markups, calculations, and other design inputs to accurately translate concepts into detailed 2D and 3D technical drawings and models.
• Apply CAD software tools, drafting principles, and industry best practices to create precise representations of components and systems.
• Ensure that all drawings and models clearly convey necessary information for manufacturing, fabrication, assembly, or construction, including accurate dimensions, materials specifications, geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T), annotations, and section views.
• Review created or modified drawings and models for completeness, accuracy, and compliance with company, project, and relevant industry standards (e.g., ASME, ISO, AIA) before submission or release.

QUALIFICATIONS✨

• Minimum 2-5 years of experience in design drafting utilizing CAD and 3D modeling software.
• Ability to interpret and work with engineering sketches, design specifications, redline markups, calculations, existing drawings, and Bill of Materials (BOMs) to produce accurate technical drawings and 3D models.
• Proficiency with 2D and 3D CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, Revit, Inventor) to create and modify detailed drawings, assembly drawings, schematics, and models compliant with SAE/ASME Y14.1 and Y14.5 (GD&T).
• Understanding of manufacturing processes, materials, and construction methods relevant to the types of drawings being produced (e.g., mechanical, electrical, architectural, structural).
• Associate's degree or equivalent technical certification in Drafting, Design Technology, Engineering Technology, or a related field. (Relevant work experience may be considered in lieu of formal education for exceptional candidates).

ELIGIBLE SERVICE BRANCHES

US Air Force, US Army, US Coast Guard, US Marine Corps, US Navy, US Space Force

OTHER

8601 Transport Dr, Orlando, FL 32832