Draftsman/Drawing Checker

Torch Technologies - Huntsville, AL

Full-time - Mid Level

Huntsville, AL

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

Torch Technologies is seeking a Draftsman / Drawing Checker to support the Advanced Concepts Engineering (ACE) Technical Development (TD) business unit. This role involves creating and reviewing detailed CAD models and drawings for military systems, ensuring compliance with military standards and specifications. The selected candidate will collaborate with engineers and government customers to document complex mechanical and electro-mechanical systems, contributing to the success of various design projects.

Responsibilities

• Create detailed 2D and 3D CAD models, drawings, and schematics for military systems, ensuring adherence to project specifications and industry standards.
• Review and check design drawings for accuracy, completeness, compliance with military specifications, and conformity to regulatory and safety standards.
• Work closely with engineers and subject matter experts to ensure designs meet operational requirements and functionality.
• Verify that design documentation and drawings are error-free, complete, and meet quality assurance standards.
• Revise and update existing designs or drawings based on feedback, testing results, or changing project requirements, ensuring proper version control.
• Ensure all designs and drafts comply with applicable military standards, codes, and regulations (such as MIL-STD or ASTM).
• Maintain accurate records of design revisions, changes, and design iterations in accordance with established procedures for document control and archival.
• Assist in the development of prototypes by providing accurate and detailed design documentation for fabrication and assembly.
• Prepare assembly instructions, technical manuals, and Bills of Materials (BOM) for manufacturing and assembly processes.

Requirements

• Associates degree in drafting or engineering related program or advanced drafting training, equivalent to 2 years of technical school in lieu of a degree.
• 4 years of experience in drafting and design.
• Extensive experience in the creation of drawings, weldments, shop drawings, and the completion of technical drawing packages.
• Expertise with SolidWorks is essential.
• Proven ability to interact professionally and effectively with a diverse set of customers, collaborators, stakeholders, and senior leadership.
• Excellent organizational skills to track multiple assignments, adapt to requirements changes, and meet deadlines.
• Background with geometric dimensioning and tolerancing in accordance with ASME Y14.5-2009.
• Ability to obtain/maintain a secret clearance.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in product development, manufacturing, and fabrication.
• Experience in a shop atmosphere with skills and understanding in welding and sheet metal fabrication.
• Familiarity with ASME standards and experience working in ISO or ASO accredited quality programs.
• Experience with hydraulic system design/definition.
• Background working with Enterprise Product Data Management tool.

Benefits

• Health savings account
• Paid holidays
• Disability insurance
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid time off
• Employee assistance program
• Vision insurance
• 401(k) matching
• Employee stock ownership plan
• Life insurance