What are the responsibilities and job description for the CAD Operator position at Kratos Defense?
GENERAL JOB SUMMARY:
Responsible for providing drafting and design services by preparing, managing, and championing engineering documents and systems.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
- Work independently to resolve existing problems and/or malfunctions expeditiously
- Produce accurate complex mechanical drawings and 3-D solids in support of engineering and manufacturing
- Interpret drawings, specifications, work instructions, and rough sketches to design layouts
- Create illustrations, prototypes and diagrams for proposals, manuals and documentation requirements
- Prepare revisions in accordance with engineering change requests
- Create Bill of Materials (BOMs) and edit parts list throughout the design process
- Generate and maintain schematic symbols and footprint libraries
- Assist other disciplines and recommend modifications and changes for design improvement
- Work collaboratively with engineers, data control and configuration and production
- Design for manufacturability and assist production floor as needed
- Must be at assigned worksite during assigned hours 100% of time; less PTO, FML/STD/LTD
Other Job Functions
- Other duties may be assigned
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY:
None
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Experience and Skills:
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:
Ability to maintain sensitive and confidential information as required by government standards
Ability to interact effectively with peers and supervisors
Ability to interact appropriately with the public when necessary
Ability to adhere to workplace rules
Ability to manage multiple assignments concurrently
Effective time management and prioritization skills
Ability to read and interpret assembly drawings, schematics, work instructions and component identifications
Working knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerance (GD&T)
Thorough knowledge of CNC machining, sheet metal fabrication and welding techniques
Thorough knowledge of MIL Standards and IPC Standards
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
AS degree, technical school credentials in related field or equivalent experience
A minimum of 6 years of experience
Intermediate experience with MS Office
Proficient in SolidWorks
WORK ENVIRONMENT / PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Office environment
Ability to stand and sit for long periods of time
Ability to perform repetitive motion (keyboard, mouse, phone, 10-key)
Ability to work effectively in a rapidly changing environment with multiple deadlines
Limited travel, foreign and domestic, may be required
THE ABOVE STATEMENTS ARE INTENDED TO DESCRIBE THE GENERAL NATURE AND LEVEL OF WORK BEING PERFORMED BY INDIVIDUALS ASSIGNED TO THIS CLASSIFICATION. THEY ARE NOT INTENDED TO BE CONSTRUED AS AN EXHAUSTIVE LIST OF ALL RESPONSIBILITIES, DUTIES AND SKILLS REQUIRED OF PERSONNEL SO CLASSIFIED.
A REVIEW OF THIS CLASSIFICATION HAS EXCLUDED THE MARGINAL FUNCTIONS OF THE CLASSIFICATION THAT ARE INCIDENTAL TO THE PERFORMANCE OF FUNDAMENTAL JOB JUTIES. ALL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES ARE ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS AND REQUIREMENTS AND ARE SUBJECT TO POSSIBLE MODIFICATION TO REASONABLY ACCOMMODATE INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES TO PERFORM THIS JOB PROFICIENTLY. THE REQUIREMENTS LISTED IN THIS DOCUMENT ARE THE MINIMUM LEVELS OF KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS OR ABILITIES
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KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:
Ability to maintain sensitive and confidential information as required by government standards
Ability to interact effectively with peers and supervisors
Ability to interact appropriately with the public when necessary
Ability to adhere to workplace rules
Ability to manage multiple assignments concurrently
Effective time management and prioritization skills
Ability to read and interpret assembly drawings, schematics, work instructions and component identifications
Working knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerance (GD&T)
Thorough knowledge of CNC machining, sheet metal fabrication and welding techniques
Thorough knowledge of MIL Standards and IPC Standards
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
AS degree, technical school credentials in related field or equivalent experience
A minimum of 6 years of experience
Intermediate experience with MS Office
Proficient in SolidWorks
WORK ENVIRONMENT / PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Office environment
Ability to stand and sit for long periods of time
Ability to perform repetitive motion (keyboard, mouse, phone, 10-key)
Ability to work effectively in a rapidly changing environment with multiple deadlines
Limited travel, foreign and domestic, may be required
THE ABOVE STATEMENTS ARE INTENDED TO DESCRIBE THE GENERAL NATURE AND LEVEL OF WORK BEING PERFORMED BY INDIVIDUALS ASSIGNED TO THIS CLASSIFICATION. THEY ARE NOT INTENDED TO BE CONSTRUED AS AN EXHAUSTIVE LIST OF ALL RESPONSIBILITIES, DUTIES AND SKILLS REQUIRED OF PERSONNEL SO CLASSIFIED.
A REVIEW OF THIS CLASSIFICATION HAS EXCLUDED THE MARGINAL FUNCTIONS OF THE CLASSIFICATION THAT ARE INCIDENTAL TO THE PERFORMANCE OF FUNDAMENTAL JOB JUTIES. ALL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES ARE ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS AND REQUIREMENTS AND ARE SUBJECT TO POSSIBLE MODIFICATION TO REASONABLY ACCOMMODATE INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES TO PERFORM THIS JOB PROFICIENTLY. THE REQUIREMENTS LISTED IN THIS DOCUMENT ARE THE MINIMUM LEVELS OF KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS OR ABILITIES
Job Benefits:
- Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance Coverage
- Life/ADD & Short/Long Term Disability Insurance
- 401(k) Savings Plan
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
- Paid Time-Off (PTO)
- Holidays
- Education Reimbursement
Kratos Defense is an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer. EOE, Minorities, Females, Vet, Disabled, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity or any other protected class.
All qualified job seekers are encouraged to apply. Kratos Defense is committed to America's veterans by providing opportunities for them to continue contributing after service to our nation. We also work to provide reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities.
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