Reporting to the Sr. Manager R&D Electronics, the CAD Operator is responsible for operating Computer-Aided Design (CAD) systems and producing clear and technically accurate drawings based on design specifications. This role also focuses on following all relevant engineering procedures and instructions so that each job is conducted in a controlled and consistent manner. This position is responsible for completing the day-to-day operations related to a CAD Operator in the Electronics R&D Engineering Department to ensure consistency of workflow and the generation of drawings.
Primary Functions:
Assists Engineers with drawings related to antenna developmental work.
Creating, modifying, and releasing drawings
Work from drawings, sketches, or scanned images for design elements
Prepare and review drawings for final print stage
Completion of project in a timely fashion
Maintenance, publication, and file management of Engineering Change Notice (ECN’s).
Revise documentation as the design changes
Modify drawings and/or create new drawings
Incorporate procedures to process all ECN’s
Notification to all relevant departments of design changes
Maintain file log and assignment of ECN #’s
Maintain publication and file management of Product Development Request (PDR’s), and 10-Digit part number assignment.
Log-in and assign project & part numbers
Incorporate procedures to process request of PDR’s & part numbers
Maintain Electronics R&D Engineering Department prints, original and electronic files.
Original hard copy of current revision
Electron file with current revision updates and yearly audit of file
Documenting & tracking POs for R&D PDR projects.
Incorporate procedures to process PO’s
Track project cost
Office Administrator of Antenna R&D
Administrator R&D 6-R’s safety; Incorporate ISO Standards Engineering; Housekeeping of general office procedures
Secondary Functions:
Use network systems (EPICOR)
Work and interact with others to ensure information is conveyed in a consistent and accurate manner
Ensure drawing standards and guidelines are followed
General office administration procedures
Incorporate procedures for ISO Standards for internal audit of Electronics R&D
Education and Experience:
Education
Degree or Certification from a CAD training facility or 2 years' experience in CAD systems
Experience/Knowledge
Highly organized, dedicated and committed to professionalism
Excellent oral and written communication skills
People-oriented and able to interact effectively with internal and external customers.
Problem solver, team player with proven leadership qualities
Work under strict deadline with attention to details
Dedicated, strong positive attitude, self-motivation, and success oriented.
Creative, flexible, and efficient work habits
Technical Role Competencies
Solid Works, Pro/Engineer-Creo, Fusion 360 or equivalent
AutoCAD
Microsoft Office
Excel spreadsheets.
CAD: Solid Works to AutoCAD conversion and AutoCAD to Solid Work file conversion
Preferred Experience/Qualifications:
Four or more years of progressive CAD Operator Experience
Experience with Military/Marine antenna applications
CAD system proficiency
Knowledge of drafting standards
Be able to work with minimal supervision, be a self-starter, and be detail-oriented
Must be able to self-check own work for accuracy and completeness
Physical Requirements & Work Environment:
Sitting at workstation approximately 85% of work time. Standing and walking approximately 15% of work time walking the Military and Marine floors and available to observe and help coworkers.
Support Marine/Military Sales Managers with technical documentation support and product literature preparation.
Ability to work flexible hours or occasionally on weekends with short notice depending on customer deliverables.
Typical office environment with shelves overhead and above work surfaces and RF/Antenna Laboratory environment.
Office assignments may be adjacent to the production floor to which Safety Notices are in force.
Specifics:
Competitive salary and bonus structure
Full benefits package
401K with match
Strong vacation and corporate holiday policy
The above statements describe the general nature and level of responsibilities for this position and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of this position. Company management may assign other relevant, business-related duties.
