Delivering mission-critical, electronic solutions that protect lives. Use your creativity and critical thinking to take our products from concept to customer.

At CAES, we engineer solutions for the world's most critical missions. We serve customers in the defense and aerospace markets.

Seeking a career that offers challenging, diverse projects and opportunities? Looking for a position with a company that offers long-term professional advancement? Searching for a place that values a diverse, team-based environment? One that values YOU. Consider CAES.

The most important thing we build is TRUST

Draw and revise detailed parts, assembly and installation drawings from basic layouts, established references or engineering change orders utilizing computer-aided design equipment and/or graphic tools such as AutoCAD, SolidWorks and FAB3000. Perform independent layout tasks for simple to intermediate complexity RF and high speed digital assemblies. Adheres to established engineering drafting practices. Creates production detail drawings.

• Generate layouts and drawings from engineering inputs (schematics, block diagrams, flow charts).
• Incorporate engineering change orders to designs, including hybrid designs, using AutoCAD and SolidWorks.
• Prepare parts lists and enter parts list data into PLM systems.
• Create illustrations and documentation for product assembly fixtures, procedures and proposals.
• Actively comply with safety policies and practices.
• Improve and maintain 5S in your area; make suggestions for improvements.
• Collaborate in team meetings and activities.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

MINIMUM:

• One year minimum trade or technical school specializing in Drafting or equivalent.
• One or more years of drafting experience working in high frequency electronics (telecommunications, or defense industry)
• Strong knowledge of CAD design software (AutoCAD, Solidworks or similar CAD applications).
• A working knowledge of ASME Y14.5, ASME Y14.100 and related drawing specifications.
• Expertise in dimensioning and tolerancing.
• A strong working knowledge of GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing).
• An understanding of metal fabrication, electronics assembly, and electronics manufacturing flow.
• The ability to review and compare engineering inputs and drawings to identify inconsistencies and determine corrections as needed.
• The ability to use common MS Office software tools.
• This position requires access to technology, materials, software or hardware that is controlled by US export laws. In order to be eligible for this position, you must be a US person under US export laws or, eligible for approval for a U.S. Government export license. A US Person includes a US citizen, lawful Permanent Resident, refugee or asylee.

PREFERRED:

• Two (2) or more years of drafting experience designing high frequency products that utilize multilayer SMT along with chip and wire design approaches.
• A strong knowledge of electronics packaging.
• Knowledge of MIC (Microwave Integrated Circuit) design, packaging and processes is a plus.
• Experience in microwave or millimeter wave electronics packaging design is a plus.
• Experience with mixed mode, multilayer PCB (Printed Circuit Board) design is a plus.
• Knowledge of IPC (Institute for Interconnecting and Packaging Electronic Circuits) standards associated with PCB design is a plus.
• Work experience in the defense industry.
• The ability to use Enterprise-wide information systems, such as SAP, Agile or Teamcenter to perform daily job functions.
• The ability to work effectively as a part of an integrated design team.
• The ability to be flexible and adapt to changing priorities and work assignments
• The ability to present information and speak effectively.
• The ability to communicate and interact with senior staff and colleagues.
• The ability to remain engaged, proactive and positive regardless of circumstances.

Hourly Range: $30.25 - $48.6 hourly (San Diego, CA)
Applicable pay within the posted range may vary based on factors including, but not limited to, geographical location, job function of the position, education, and experience of the successful candidate.

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EMPLOYMENT TRANSPARENCY

BENEFITS

We take care of our people and provide competitive health, wealth and wellbeing benefits - from day one. You'll also discover learning and development opportunities so you can take your career to the next level - and beyond.

Other benefits include:

• Comprehensive PTO, Paid Holiday and Paid Family Leave Programs.
• Student Loan Repayment Program & Tuition Reimbursement
• 9/80 Alternate Work Week Schedule - Every Other Friday is an Off-Friday
• Tailored Management/Leadership Training
• Innovative Medical Programs, Including Family Forming

ABOUT CAES

CAES is the largest provider of analog and radiation hardened technology for the United States aerospace and defense industry. From human spaceflight and space exploration, to missile defense and electronic warfare, to healthcare solutions addressing COVID-19, our talented team develop high performing electronic solutions that work the first time, every time.

WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES EMPLOYER

At CAES we welcome differences and celebrate new ideas. We believe the diversity of our people inspires our creativity and drives our innovation. Everyone is welcome here, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.

We are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation due to a disability for any part of the employment process, please email CAEScareers@caes.com.