Drafter/CAD Operator I

Saalex is seeking a Drafter/CAD Operator I in Ridgecrest, CA. Saalex Corp., is an Engineering and Information Technology Services company with a focus on Test Range Operations and Management, Engineering and Logistics Services, Data Analytics and Business Intelligence Services and Information Technology Services. Founded in 1999 by Travis Mack, Saalex is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned and Operated business with prime and subcontract expertise serving the Navy, Army, Air Force, NASA, corporate clients, and local governments.

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $24.32/hr

Work Location: Onsite.

Essential Functions:

Under close supervision, a Drafter I provides detailed drawings of simple routine printed circuit boards, schematics,

and logic diagrams using various software and/or manual processes. Employee will be responsible for the following functions/duties:

Prepare multiple-view mechanical detail and assembly drawings indicating dimensions and tolerances, fasteners, and joining requirements from layouts, sketches, and/or verbal instructions from senior drafting personnel

Redraw existing drawings and assign drawing numbers/cross-index as specified or directed

Ensure all work conforms to DoD MIL-STD-100 and company drafting standards

Output drawings in various formats from electronic files of various types

Research files and catalogs for information required to complete the project

Create/edit charts, images, and presentation materials

Maintain files and backup disks

Perform other job-related duties, as required

Requirements

Required:

A minimum of one year of experience, preferably in the high technology industry with an emphasis on electromechanical drawing is required for this position.

Competence in the use of a minimum of one computer-aided design (CAD) software program as appropriate to specific assignments

Effective verbal and written communication skills

Planning/organizational skills

Ability to work under deadlines

Ability to lift 20 lbs

Desired:

Enrollment in or a graduate certificate from a two-to four-year technical institute or equivalent training is preferred.

Education:

High School Diploma or GED required. Any related college or technical training is value-added.

Security Clearance:

Must be eligible to obtain a Secret clearance. Requirements to obtain a clearance include US Citizenship, security investigation, etc.

Benefits

Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)

Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)

Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)

Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)

Short Term & Long Term Disability

Training & Development

Wellness Resources

Stock Option Plan