CesiumAstro
space and airborne platforms
PrincipalCADDesigner
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“Principal CAD Designer at CesiumAstro. Skills: SolidWorks, CAD design, drafting, GD&T, PDM systems, engineering documentation. Provide advanced CAD drafting and design support throughout the product development lifecycle using SolidWorks. Generate, modify, and maintain detailed 3D models, assemblies, engineering drawings, and associated technical documentation”
Industry & Context.
troubleshooting, analytical, and problem-solving skills related to CAD models and engineering documentation workflows; identify design issues; drawing discrepancies; configuration conflicts; support corrective actions; root cause analysis; corrective action implementation
applicant must be a U. S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U. S. , conditional resident, asylee or refugee (protected individuals as defined by 8 U. S. C. 1324b(a)(3)), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U. S. Department of State.
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
7+ years of progressive CAD design and drafting experience in a manufacturing, aerospace, engineering, or product development environment, Advanced proficiency in SolidWorks, including part modeling, assemblies, and engineering drawing creation, understanding of GD&T, mechanical drafting standards, and engineering documentation best practices, Proficiency with technical diagramming and drafting tools such as DraftSight, Lucidchart, Draw. io, or equivalent applications, Experience using issue tracking and workflow management tools such as Jira or similar systems, Knowledge of engineering change control processes and configuration management principles, Ability to interpret engineering specifications, manufacturing requirements, and technical documentation, Experience creating and managing bill of materials (BOM) structures and hardware documentation, troubleshooting, analytical, and problem-solving skills related to CAD models and engineering documentation workflows, Exceptional attention to detail, organizational skills, and commitment to documentation accuracy
Nice to Have
Associate’s degree or technical certification in Drafting, Design Technology, Mechanical Design, Engineering Technology, or related field, Exposure to ERP and PLM systems preferred, including SAP, Windchill, ENOVIA, or similar platforms, mechanical proficiency and general understanding of manufacturing (CNC, 3D printing, etc. ) and mechanical assembly techniques, Knowledge of applicable government and industry standards including ASME Y14. 5 (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing) and ASME Y14. 100 (Engineering Drawing Practices), and its application techniques, Previous experience in supporting the design of electronic packages, ground structures, mechanisms, and/or composite structures, Aerospace or automotive electronics design experience
What You'll Do.
Provide advanced CAD drafting and design support throughout the product development lifecycle using SolidWorks
and maintain detailed 3D models
and associated technical documentation
Ensure drawings and models comply with engineering standards
and company documentation procedures
and production design updates as required
Manage and maintain mechanical CAD files
and digital design documentation within Product Data Management (PDM) systems
Administer file structures
and drawing release processes within SolidWorks PDM
and incorporate Engineering Change Orders (ECOs/ECRs) into released documentation packages
Maintain accurate bill of material (BOM) structures and associated hardware configurations
Ensure proper configuration control and traceability of engineering documentation
Review CAD models and drawings for completeness
and compliance with design requirements
Identify design issues
drawing discrepancies
configuration conflicts
and support corrective actions
Support root cause analysis and corrective action implementation related to drawing or documentation errors
Support standardization and continuous improvement of CAD processes
and documentation workflows
Assist in developing drafting standards
and internal design procedures
Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior designers or drafters as needed
Support departmental initiatives focused on efficiency
and documentation quality
Ability to analyze detailed technical drawings and engineering data
Ability to work at a computer workstation for extended periods of time
Ability to maintain focus and accuracy while managing complex documentation
Ability to communicate effectively with engineering and manufacturing teams
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Collaborate closely with engineering, manufacturing, quality, and program teams to support design development and product release activities; Partner with engineers and cross-functional teams to resolve technical drafting and documentation concerns; Frequent collaboration with engineering, manufacturing, quality, and program teams
Communication Scope
Ability to communicate effectively with engineering and manufacturing teams
Full Job Description
## Description Please Note: To conform with the United States Government Space Technology Export Regulations, the applicant must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., conditional resident, asylee or refugee (protected individuals as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. At CesiumAstro, we are developers and pioneers of out-of-the-box communication systems for satellites, UAVs, launch vehicles, and other space and airborne platforms. We take pride in our dynamic and cross-functional work environment, which allows us to learn, develop, and engage across our organization. If you are looking for hands-on, interactive, and autonomous work, CesiumAstro is the place for you. We are actively seeking passionate, collaborative, energetic, and forward-thinking individuals to join our team. We are looking to add a Principal CAD Designer to our team. If you are great at what you do, enjoy working in a startup environment, and are passionate about developing leading-edge hardware for satellites, spacecraft, and aerospace systems, we would like to hear from you. In this position, you will be responsible for providing advanced CAD design and drafting support throughout the product development lifecycle. This role develops, modifies, and maintains detailed 3D models, engineering drawings, and technical documentation while ensuring accuracy, configuration control, and compliance with engineering standards. The Principal CAD Designer serves as a key technical resource supporting engineering teams through design execution, product data management, engineering change implementation, and continuous improvement of CAD processes and documentation practices. The ideal candidate demonstrates strong technical expertise in SolidWorks, exceptional attention to detail, and the ability to manage complex design data in a fast-paced development environment. ## JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Provide
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