AutoCAD Drafter
Lockheed Martin
Job ID: 687794BR Date posted: Feb. 27, 2025
Description:Space is a critical domain, connecting our technologies, our security and our humanity. While others view space as a destination, we see it as a realm of possibilities, where we can do more — we can innovate, invest, inspire and integrate our capabilities to transform the future.
At Lockheed Martin Space, we aim to harness the full potential of space to cultivate innovation, reduce costs, and push the boundaries of what technology can achieve. We’re creating future-ready solutions, focusing on resiliency and urgency through our 21st Century Security® vision. We’re erasing boundaries and forming partnerships across industries and around the world. We’re advancing spacecraft and the workforce to fuel the next generation. And we’re reimagining how space can connect us, ensuring security and prosperity.
Join us in shaping a new era in space and find a career that's built for you.
The Payload Launch Site Support Services (PLSSS) program supports the National Reconnaissance Office (NRO) Office of Space Launch (OSL) with launch mission activities at Vandenberg, SFB and Cape Canaveral, SFS. We provide capabilities for satellite transportation, propellant loading operations, and radio frequency detection, plus the operation and sustainment of cleanrooms in satellite processing and other support facilities.
Working side by side with our Transportation, Propellant, Radio Frequency, and Facility Capability Owners at the Vandenberg SFB location, you’ll use your education, experience and growing expertise to ensure Mission success.
In this role you will:
• Create and maintain engineering documentation (drawings primarily) used for fabrication, assembly, and test of equipment, systems, and facilities used to transport payloads and prepare them for launch.
• Consult with engineering teammates to understand their designs and design intent, translating that into concise released engineering drawings
• Coordinate with fabrication shop subject matter experts to assure designs can be built as envisioned
• Become subject matter expert relied upon for guidance to create accurate, clear, concise drawings that abide by industry standards
We're looking for:
• A self-starter who implements solutions to technical issues
• A motivated individual to work closely with a multidisciplinary and diverse team to resolve problems
• Someone able to handle shifting priorities, multiple projects and timeline pressure to meet deadlines
Basic Qualifications:
• Proficiency with AutoCAD 2018 or more recent versions
• Demonstrated experience creating and maintaining technical drawings of engineered systems, fabricated parts, sub-assemblies, and facility systems
• Must be able to obtain and maintain an elevated U.S. government security clearance
• Must be a US citizen
Desired Skills:
• A working understanding of ASME drafting standards
• Demonstrated collaboration among interdisciplinary teams consisting of technical and non-technical members
• Associates degree in drafting or a relevant field
• Proficiency with AutoCAD X-refs
• Proficiency with AutoCAD model space and paper space environments
• Proficiency with CMStat, Windchill or equivalent PLM Tool
• Familiarity with: 3D modeling software (e.g., CREO, SolidWorks) and Exporting into AutoCAD
• Experience with Configuration Management, baseline documentation release, and change control processes
• Experience with drawing verification walk-down audits
• Familiarity with Drawing Hierarchy and Configuration Items
• Well versed with MS Office, especially Word, Excel, Outlook, and Teams
• An active Top Secret clearance is a definite plus
Security Clearance Statement: This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration.
Clearance Level: TS/SCI w/Poly
Other Important Information You Should Know
Expression of Interest: By applying to this job, you are expressing interest in this position and could be considered for other career opportunities where similar skills and requirements have been identified as a match. Should this match be identified you may be contacted for this and future openings.
Ability to Work Remotely: Onsite Full-time: The work associated with this position will be performed onsite at a designated Lockheed Martin facility.
Work Schedules: Lockheed Martin supports a variety of alternate work schedules that provide additional flexibility to our employees. Schedules range from standard 40 hours over a five day work week while others may be condensed. These condensed schedules provide employees with additional time away from the office and are in addition to our Paid Time off benefits.
Schedule for this Position: Standard Monday to Friday 40 hour work week
The base range for this position in California is $32.00 - $35.00/hr.
Benefits Offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, retirement savings plan (including a 401(k) feature), health care spending accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave. SCA employees receive a minimum of 80 hours of vacation and 88 hours of holiday paid time off. Paid sick leave is up to 56 hours annually. Paid time off is prorated based on start date during the calendar year. This is a general summary and fringe benefits are governed by the contract.
Lockheed Martin is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics.
The application window will close in 90 days; applicants are encouraged to apply within 5 - 30 days of the requisition posting date in order to receive optimal consideration.
At Lockheed Martin, we use our passion for purposeful innovation to help keep people safe and solve the world's most complex challenges. Our people are some of the greatest minds in the industry and truly make Lockheed Martin a great place to work.
With our employees as our priority, we provide diverse career opportunities designed to propel, develop, and boost agility. Our flexible schedules, competitive pay, and comprehensive benefits enable our employees to live a healthy, fulfilling life at and outside of work. We place an emphasis on empowering our employees by fostering an inclusive environment built upon integrity and corporate responsibility.
If this sounds like a culture you connect with, you’re invited to apply for this role. Or, if you are unsure whether your experience aligns with the requirements of this position, we encourage you to search on Lockheed Martin Jobs, and apply for roles that align with your qualifications.
Experience Level: Hourly/Non-Exempt
Business Unit: SPACE
Relocation Available: No
Career Area: Systems Engineering: Design and Verification
Type: Full-Time
Shift: First
Description:Space is a critical domain, connecting our technologies, our security and our humanity. While others view space as a destination, we see it as a realm of possibilities, where we can do more — we can innovate, invest, inspire and integrate our capabilities to transform the future.
At Lockheed Martin Space, we aim to harness the full potential of space to cultivate innovation, reduce costs, and push the boundaries of what technology can achieve. We’re creating future-ready solutions, focusing on resiliency and urgency through our 21st Century Security® vision. We’re erasing boundaries and forming partnerships across industries and around the world. We’re advancing spacecraft and the workforce to fuel the next generation. And we’re reimagining how space can connect us, ensuring security and prosperity.
Join us in shaping a new era in space and find a career that's built for you.
The Payload Launch Site Support Services (PLSSS) program supports the National Reconnaissance Office (NRO) Office of Space Launch (OSL) with launch mission activities at Vandenberg, SFB and Cape Canaveral, SFS. We provide capabilities for satellite transportation, propellant loading operations, and radio frequency detection, plus the operation and sustainment of cleanrooms in satellite processing and other support facilities.
Working side by side with our Transportation, Propellant, Radio Frequency, and Facility Capability Owners at the Vandenberg SFB location, you’ll use your education, experience and growing expertise to ensure Mission success.
In this role you will:
• Create and maintain engineering documentation (drawings primarily) used for fabrication, assembly, and test of equipment, systems, and facilities used to transport payloads and prepare them for launch.
• Consult with engineering teammates to understand their designs and design intent, translating that into concise released engineering drawings
• Coordinate with fabrication shop subject matter experts to assure designs can be built as envisioned
• Become subject matter expert relied upon for guidance to create accurate, clear, concise drawings that abide by industry standards
We're looking for:
• A self-starter who implements solutions to technical issues
• A motivated individual to work closely with a multidisciplinary and diverse team to resolve problems
• Someone able to handle shifting priorities, multiple projects and timeline pressure to meet deadlines
Basic Qualifications:
• Proficiency with AutoCAD 2018 or more recent versions
• Demonstrated experience creating and maintaining technical drawings of engineered systems, fabricated parts, sub-assemblies, and facility systems
• Must be able to obtain and maintain an elevated U.S. government security clearance
• Must be a US citizen
Desired Skills:
• A working understanding of ASME drafting standards
• Demonstrated collaboration among interdisciplinary teams consisting of technical and non-technical members
• Associates degree in drafting or a relevant field
• Proficiency with AutoCAD X-refs
• Proficiency with AutoCAD model space and paper space environments
• Proficiency with CMStat, Windchill or equivalent PLM Tool
• Familiarity with: 3D modeling software (e.g., CREO, SolidWorks) and Exporting into AutoCAD
• Experience with Configuration Management, baseline documentation release, and change control processes
• Experience with drawing verification walk-down audits
• Familiarity with Drawing Hierarchy and Configuration Items
• Well versed with MS Office, especially Word, Excel, Outlook, and Teams
• An active Top Secret clearance is a definite plus
Security Clearance Statement: This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration.
Clearance Level: TS/SCI w/Poly
Other Important Information You Should Know
Expression of Interest: By applying to this job, you are expressing interest in this position and could be considered for other career opportunities where similar skills and requirements have been identified as a match. Should this match be identified you may be contacted for this and future openings.
Ability to Work Remotely: Onsite Full-time: The work associated with this position will be performed onsite at a designated Lockheed Martin facility.
Work Schedules: Lockheed Martin supports a variety of alternate work schedules that provide additional flexibility to our employees. Schedules range from standard 40 hours over a five day work week while others may be condensed. These condensed schedules provide employees with additional time away from the office and are in addition to our Paid Time off benefits.
Schedule for this Position: Standard Monday to Friday 40 hour work week
The base range for this position in California is $32.00 - $35.00/hr.
Benefits Offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, retirement savings plan (including a 401(k) feature), health care spending accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave. SCA employees receive a minimum of 80 hours of vacation and 88 hours of holiday paid time off. Paid sick leave is up to 56 hours annually. Paid time off is prorated based on start date during the calendar year. This is a general summary and fringe benefits are governed by the contract.
Lockheed Martin is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics.
The application window will close in 90 days; applicants are encouraged to apply within 5 - 30 days of the requisition posting date in order to receive optimal consideration.
At Lockheed Martin, we use our passion for purposeful innovation to help keep people safe and solve the world's most complex challenges. Our people are some of the greatest minds in the industry and truly make Lockheed Martin a great place to work.
With our employees as our priority, we provide diverse career opportunities designed to propel, develop, and boost agility. Our flexible schedules, competitive pay, and comprehensive benefits enable our employees to live a healthy, fulfilling life at and outside of work. We place an emphasis on empowering our employees by fostering an inclusive environment built upon integrity and corporate responsibility.
If this sounds like a culture you connect with, you’re invited to apply for this role. Or, if you are unsure whether your experience aligns with the requirements of this position, we encourage you to search on Lockheed Martin Jobs, and apply for roles that align with your qualifications.
Experience Level: Hourly/Non-Exempt
Business Unit: SPACE
Relocation Available: No
Career Area: Systems Engineering: Design and Verification
Type: Full-Time
Shift: First
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