Drafter

Company: JT4 LLC
Location: Colorado Springs
Posted on: March 18, 2023

Job Description:

JT4, LLC provides engineering and technical support to multiple western test ranges for the U.S. Air Force and Navy under the Joint Range Technical Services Contract, better known as J-Tech II. JT4 develops and maintains realistic, integrated test and training environments and prepares our nation's war-fighting aircraft, weapons systems, and aircrews for today's missions and tomorrow's global challenges.

JOB SUMMARY

-- Essential Functions/Duties Under minimum direction of a supervisor or engineering personnel and with considerable latitude for independent and innovative actions within a technical area, a Drafter IV designs and/or creates layouts of complex major and minor systems, assemblies, and components, using various software programs, or freehand drawings. Employee will be responsible to perform the following functions/duties:
Prepare multiple-view mechanical detail and assembly drawings often of a complex nature from layout drawings, sketches, existing or prototype parts, and or verbal instructions
Perform other routine drafting activities such as revising or redrawing existing drawings, making blocks, cells, etc.
Use a variety of precision measuring tools to verify or obtain data for drawing development
Provide complete printed circuit board drawing packages to include assemblies, detail drawings, smart schematics, Gerber files, etc.
Research scientific and technical materials, standards, and specifications for information and selection of components
Ensure all work conforms to DoD MIL-STD-100 and company drafting standards
Provide information and direction to lower-level drafters as necessary
Perform other job-related duties, as required. Other Responsibilities Each employee must read, understand, and implement the general and specific operational, safety, quality, and environmental requirements of all plans, procedures, and policies pertaining to their job. Working Conditions Work is performed in a typical office environment with no unusual hazards. Occasional lifting (up to 20 pounds), constant sitting while using the computer terminal, constant use of sight abilities while reviewing documents, constant use of speech/hearing abilities for communication, and constant mental alertness are required. The foregoing conditions and physical requirements represent the general characteristics required to perform the essential functions for this job. In general, all positions may require standing, walking, sitting, lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, climbing, bending, twisting, kneeling, crouching and crawling. Specific work assignments may include additional environmental conditions or physical requirements necessary to perform the essential functions of the job. These specific requirements will be detailed in the job posting. JT4 employees will only operate equipment that they have been fully trained on and/or are certified to operate. If working in a training capacity, employees must be supervised at all times by a competent trained or certified company employee. Under no circumstances should employees use another employee's equipment without permission from their immediate supervisor or manager. Conversely, employees should not allow other JT4 employees or employees of another employer to use JT4-owned or assigned equipment without proof of training and approval of the shop manager. Travel to remote company work locations may be required. Requirements -- Education, Technical, and Work Experience A graduate certificate from an accredited 2- to 4-year technical institute, or equivalent, and a minimum of 10 years of experience in a related field are required for this position. In addition, a Drafter IV must possess the following qualifications:
Competence in the use of a variety of CAD software programs such as MicroStation, AutoCAD, Schematic Capture, and PCB Auto-router tool, as appropriate
Effective verbal and written communication skills
Planning/organizational skills
Ability to work under deadlines. Disclaimer The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by personnel assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of persons so classified. Tasking is in support of a Federal Government Contract that requires U.S. citizenship. Some jobs may require a candidate to be eligible for a government security clearance, state-issued driver's license, or other licenses/certifications, and the inability to obtain and maintain the required clearance, license, or certification may affect an employee's ability to maintain employment. SALARY This position provides the AWD rate of $29.62/hr. BENEFITS
Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
Disability Insurance
Paid Time Off
401(k) Plan Options with Employer matching SCC: JDIP17; A2STTR Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Protected Veterans/Disabled

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