Drafter

Mission-Driven. Honor-Bound. Fairbanks Morse Defense. What’s your calling? For the men and women of Fairbanks Morse Defense it’s the rapid and effective support of the fleets that entrust us to design, develop, and deliver the best naval power technology on the planet. We’re one of the nation’s leading marine defense contractors because of the highly trained and dedicated teams that provide reliable power systems, parts, and aftermarket services to the U.S. Navy, Coast Guard, Military Sealift Command, and Canadian Coast Guard. When you join Fairbanks Morse Defense, you join a legacy of commitment that spans 150 years. Fairbanks Morse Defense offers competitive benefits with a wide range of training and development opportunities. Our world-class teams are dedicated to helping every individual achieve their full potential. Discover what it’s like to be a part of the Fairbanks Morse Defense team here: https://www.fairbanksmorsedefense.com/careers

Federal Equipment Company has been a leading supplier for marine deck machinery and specialized weapons and material handling systems. Through the years the company has emerged into an internationally recognized organization with extensive expertise in marine design/engineering and manufacturing of critical shipboard systems. The company, now part of Fairbanks Morse Defense, is rapidly growing and in need of a Mechanical Drafter. This position would directly support the engineering team in day-to-day activities to ensure work progresses on schedule and with high quality. FEC offers a unique working environment that allows a hands-on individual to develop and grow as the company expands its footprint and maintains high performance as a trusted defense contractor.

Essential Job Functions:

• Generate models and drawings for mechanical assemblies and components.
• Interface with engineering team and operations personnel to ensure accurate drawings are available for machining, assembly, and vendor needs.
• Information management and data entry tasks associated with generation and tracking of new and revised drawings.
• Support in maintenance and improvement of policies and procedures associated with drafting functions.
• Perform related duties or responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications, Skills, and Educational Requirements

• Associate of Science in Mechanical Engineering or in the relevant engineering field.
• 1-5 Years in 3D modeling and 2D drafting position.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, solid modeling, technical drawing preparation, and dimensioning an tolerancing are required.
• Familiarity with Autodesk Inventor, Autodesk Vault, weld processes, machining or CNC programing.
• Demonstrable experience with development of complex mechanical models and corresponding drawings.
• Familiarity with a mechanical / fabrication environments
• Must possess a high level of verbal and written communications skills along with interpersonal skills.
• Excellent professionalism and ethical behavior.
• Ability to work effectively in both independently and in a team environment.
• Must possess strong organizational and time management skills.
• Demonstrated leadership and problem-solving capabilities.
• Proven ability to establish effective working relationships at all levels.
• Excellent organizational skills; detail-orientated and proactive in management of projects and tasks.
• Strong work ethic with the ability to maintain a positive attitude in a fast-paced, growth environment.
• Able to stand or sit for prolonged periods and move about the facility.
• Prolonged periods of time on computer.
• Usual office working conditions with the mix of a production environment.

Note: This position requires access or potential access to Unclassified Naval Nuclear Propulsion Information, which is Not Releasable to Foreign Nationals (NOFORN) data. Therefore, to meet NOFORN requirement, you will have to provide proof of US Citizenship and attest that you do not have dual citizenship. Acceptable proof of US Citizenship is a US Passport, US Birth Certificate or Naturalization Certificate.

This specification is intended to indicate the kinds of tasks and levels of work difficulty that will be required of positions that will be given this title and shall not be construed as declaring what the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position shall be. It is not intended to limit or in any way modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct, and control the work of employees under his/her supervision. Ability to competently perform all the essential duties of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation, demonstrated commitment to effective customer service delivery, and the ability to work productively as a member of a team or work group are basic requirements of all positions at Fairbanks Morse Defense.

Fairbanks Morse Defense offers a competitive benefits package including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurances, and 401k retirement plan with employer match. In addition, we offer paid time off, paid holidays, paid parental leave, and tuition reimbursement.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled