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E8 Engineering is a staffing company providing contract expertise to established Aerospace and Defense contractors. We are seeking a detail-oriented CAD Drafter / Designer, with 5-9 years of experience, for a 12-month contract position supporting our aerospace structural and mechanical engineering teams in Cape Canaveral.

In this role, you will work closely under the direction of project engineers to create precise, production-quality engineering drawings for aerospace launch infrastructure and ground support facilities using Autodesk AutoCAD.

CAD Drafter / Designer – Aerospace Facilities (12-Month Contract)Job Details

• Job Type: Full-time, Contract
• Contract Length: 12 months
• Location: Cape Canaveral, FL
• Pay Rate: $54.00 - $64.00 per hour

Job Description

This is a dedicated drafting support role focusing on execution, accuracy, and compliance with aerospace facility standards. It does not include independent engineering design authority or final technical approval responsibility, making it an excellent opportunity for a technical professional who prides themselves on clean, accurate drafting and seamless collaboration in a fast-paced aerospace environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Create comprehensive engineering drawing sheets, including plan views, sections, details, and production-quality drawings for aerospace facilities.
• Draft structural steel and facility-related designs, specifically detailing structural members, welds, bolts, handrails, deck plates, supports, and brackets for ground support systems.
• Draft limited mechanical components and interfaces, such as hinges, actuators, and hardware interfaces.
• Incorporate engineer markups, redlines, and field notes accurately into existing operational drawings.
• Utilize Autodesk Inventor for limited 3D modeling as required by project needs.
• Conduct occasional peer checks and reviews of contractor drawings to ensure quality and strict compliance with standards.
• Perform limited field verification of dimensions and existing facility site conditions.

Qualifications & Skills

• Software Proficiency: Strong hands-on experience with Autodesk AutoCAD is required. Familiarity or limited experience with Autodesk Inventor is a plus.
• Technical Skill: Proven ability to read, interpret, and generate complex structural and mechanical drawing sets (details, sections, weld symbols, etc.).
• Industry Context: Previous experience drafting for heavy industrial, aerospace facility infrastructure, launch pad equipment, or Ground Support Equipment (GSE) is highly preferred.
• Attention to Detail: Ability to accurately implement engineer markups and verify field dimensions with high precision.
• Collaboration: Strong communication skills to work effectively under the direction of engineers and participate in peer drawing reviews.
• Associate degree, Certificate in CAD Drafting, Engineering Technology, or equivalent field experience preferred.

Security clearance / ITAR notice

This position requires access to information subject to International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). All applicants must be U.S. Persons as defined in ITAR 22 CFR 120.62, including U.S. Citizens, Lawful Permanent Residents (Green Card holders), or protected individuals per 8 U.S.C. 1101(a)(20) and 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3).

This position requires clearing both a background check and drug test.

E8 Engineering is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or any other non-merit factor.

Job Types: Part-time, Contract

Pay: $54.00 - $64.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• Do you have experience drafting for aerospace, heavy industrial, or similar high-precision industries? If yes, please provide a brief example of a relevant project.
• Rate your proficiency with AutoCAD on a scale of 1-10, and indicate whether you have any experience with Autodesk Inventor or other 3D modeling software.
• This position involves access to technical data controlled under International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). Please confirm that you are a U.S. Person as defined by ITAR 120.15 (U.S. Citizens, Permanent Residents, or protected individuals as defined in 8 U.S.C. 1101(a)(20) and 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)).

Work Location: In person