Sr Design Drafter

Sr Design Drafter_Buffalo,NY_Full-Time (FTE)_Direct Hire

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Position: Sr Design Drafter
Job Type: Full-Time (FTE)
Location: Buffalo,NY
Base Salary:$85,000 to $105,000 + Best-in-class benefits
Industry: Aerospace / Aviation / Defense
Job Category: Engineering - Engineering Design

Job Description:
As a Senior Design Drafter, you will:

*Contribute to conceptual design development by collaborating with Design Engineers.
*Prepare complete and often complex designs with minimal technical input, including layouts, schematics, detail drawings, assembly drawings, and parts lists for prototype and production release.
*Perform complex redesigns and repackaging of existing products through proper component and hardware sizing and selection.
*Execute engineering calculations related to sizing, performance, tolerance, and assembly.
*Select components, materials, and processes to meet design requirements.
*Design tooling and fixtures when required.
*Check and verify the work of junior drafting personnel for accuracy and compliance.
*Ensure adherence to the company and military standards for design documentation.
*Assist Production in resolving manufacturing issues related to design.
*Coordinate with Production to develop effective production control configurations (kit structure, alternate parts, revision control).
*Maintain timely completion of assigned projects and deliverables.

To be considered for this role, you typically will bring:

*Ten or more years of related design experience supported by a minimum of a two-year Engineering degree.
*Extensive experience in high-performance, high-density packaging design.
*Ability to work independently with minimal technical input and develop incomplete requirements into full design packages.
*Strong understanding of engineering principles, drafting standards, and manufacturing processes.
*Knowledge, Utilization and competency in Model Based Definition (MBD) is highly desired.
*Experience with Siemens NX 3D Mcad design software is preferred.

It would be great if you also had experience with:

*Directing and mentoring junior drafting personnel.
*Vendor coordination for dimensional and functional specifications.
*Presenting design results and substantiating assumptions, constraints, and analyses.

How we care for you:

*Financial Rewards: Great compensation package, annual profit sharing, matching 401k, and the ability to participate in Employee Stock Purchase Plan, Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts.
*Work/Life Balance: Flexible paid time off, holidays and parental leave program, relocation assistance.
*Health & Welfare: Comprehensive insurance coverage including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, Employee Assistance Plan (“EAP”) and other supplemental benefit coverages.
*Professional Skills Development: Tuition Assistance, mentorship and coaching opportunities, leadership development and other personal growth programs.
*Collaborative and Welcoming Workplace: Inclusive culture rooted in our values, enhanced by Employee Resource Groups, and team-building activities.
*Additional site-specific benefits may be offered.

Compensation:

*Full-time
*Benefits - Full
*Relocation Assistance Available - Yes

Candidate Details:
*10+ to 15 years experience
*Seniority Level - Mid-Senior
*Minimum Education - Associate's Degree
*Willingness to Travel - Occasionally
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Screening Questions:

# Total experience:
# Relevant experience as a Sr Design Drafter in years:
# How many total years of hands-on experience do you have as a Design Drafter in Aerospace, Aviation, or Defense environments?
# How many years of experience do you have creating complex layouts, assembly drawings, schematics, and parts lists with minimal engineering input?
# How many years have you worked with high-performance, high-density packaging design for mechanical or electro-mechanical systems?
# How many years of practical experience do you have using Siemens NX (NX 3D) for production-level mechanical design and documentation?
# How many years of experience do you have applying Model Based Definition (MBD), GD&T, and tolerance stack-up analysis in released designs?
# Are you open for On-site Buffalo,NY:
# Current location, State with zip code:
# Work authorization for working in USA: