American Systems
Mechanical Designer/Drafter III
Location
US-CT-Norwich
ID
2025-2664
Category
Engineering
Position Type
Full-Time
Remote
No
Clearance Required
Secret
Overview
AMERICAN SYSTEMS is an employee-owned federal government contractor supporting national priority programs through our strategic solutions in the areas of Information Technology, Test & Evaluation, Program Mission Support, Engineering & Analysis, and Training. Responsibilities
Conduct ship checks on SSN 688/688I Class, SEAWOLF Class, VIRGINIA Class and OHIO Class (SSBN/SSGN) Class submarines.
Conduct research of submarine construction drawings using the Advanced Technical Information Support (ATIS) System. Create 3D solid models to optimize mechanical designs Develop 2D Installation & Arrangement drawings: In accordance with Military Specifications. Utilize Standard Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) practice as defined by the American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME Y14.5). Develop Lists of Material (LOM). Interpret Government Furnished Information (GFI) to meet design requirements. Supervise/aid/mentor Designer/Drafter I & II coworkers. Qualifications
Ability to obtain and maintain a DOD Secret Clearance. U.S. Citizenship Required for the purposes of obtaining/holding a U.S. security clearance High School Diploma or GED and Technical School CAD Certificate or A.S. / B.S. Degree in Drafting / CAD Design or Engineering discipline Physically capable to conduct ship checks on United States Nuclear Submarines:
Be comfortable in relatively confined spaces Able to climb vertical ladders (20' - 25') within the submarine
Five (5) to Six (6) years business experience in:
Creating 2D drawings using Computer-Aided Design (CAD) drafting software application Autodesk AutoCAD desired but not required Creating 3D drawings using solid modeling design software
Autodesk Inventor desired but not required: SOLIDWORKS experience acceptable Microsoft Word, Excel, Access and PowerPoint software applications Adobe PDF tools Communication with customers Mentorship to junior level Drafter/Designers
Pay Transparency Statement
AMERICAN SYSTEMS is committed to pay transparency for our applicants and employee-owners. The salary range for this position is USD $57,100.00/Yr. - USD $95,300.00/Yr. Actual compensation will be determined based on several factors permitted by law. AMERICAN SYSTEMS provides for the welfare of its employees and their dependents through a comprehensive benefits program by offering healthcare benefits, paid leave, retirement plans, insurance programs, and education and training assistance.
EEO Statement
EEO Race/Sex/Disability Status/Veteran Status
Location
US-CT-Norwich
ID
2025-2664
Category
Engineering
Position Type
Full-Time
Remote
No
Clearance Required
Secret
Overview
AMERICAN SYSTEMS is an employee-owned federal government contractor supporting national priority programs through our strategic solutions in the areas of Information Technology, Test & Evaluation, Program Mission Support, Engineering & Analysis, and Training. Responsibilities
Conduct ship checks on SSN 688/688I Class, SEAWOLF Class, VIRGINIA Class and OHIO Class (SSBN/SSGN) Class submarines.
Conduct research of submarine construction drawings using the Advanced Technical Information Support (ATIS) System. Create 3D solid models to optimize mechanical designs Develop 2D Installation & Arrangement drawings: In accordance with Military Specifications. Utilize Standard Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) practice as defined by the American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME Y14.5). Develop Lists of Material (LOM). Interpret Government Furnished Information (GFI) to meet design requirements. Supervise/aid/mentor Designer/Drafter I & II coworkers. Qualifications
Ability to obtain and maintain a DOD Secret Clearance. U.S. Citizenship Required for the purposes of obtaining/holding a U.S. security clearance High School Diploma or GED and Technical School CAD Certificate or A.S. / B.S. Degree in Drafting / CAD Design or Engineering discipline Physically capable to conduct ship checks on United States Nuclear Submarines:
Be comfortable in relatively confined spaces Able to climb vertical ladders (20' - 25') within the submarine
Five (5) to Six (6) years business experience in:
Creating 2D drawings using Computer-Aided Design (CAD) drafting software application Autodesk AutoCAD desired but not required Creating 3D drawings using solid modeling design software
Autodesk Inventor desired but not required: SOLIDWORKS experience acceptable Microsoft Word, Excel, Access and PowerPoint software applications Adobe PDF tools Communication with customers Mentorship to junior level Drafter/Designers
Pay Transparency Statement
AMERICAN SYSTEMS is committed to pay transparency for our applicants and employee-owners. The salary range for this position is USD $57,100.00/Yr. - USD $95,300.00/Yr. Actual compensation will be determined based on several factors permitted by law. AMERICAN SYSTEMS provides for the welfare of its employees and their dependents through a comprehensive benefits program by offering healthcare benefits, paid leave, retirement plans, insurance programs, and education and training assistance.
EEO Statement
EEO Race/Sex/Disability Status/Veteran Status