CesiumAstro

CesiumAstro

Principal CAD Designer

El Segundo, CA · Principal · Full-time

Work authorization requiredDetected 19 hours ago
JiraSAPERPSolidWorksGD&TMechanical DesignCommunicationCollaborationProblem SolvingMentoringOrganizational Skills

About the role

  • CesiumAstro considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, education/training, and key skills.
  • CesiumAstro is an Equal Opportunity employer.

Responsibilities

  • Provide advanced CAD drafting and design support throughout the product development lifecycle using SolidWorks.
  • Generate, modify, and maintain detailed 3D models, assemblies, engineering drawings, and associated technical documentation.
  • Collaborate closely with engineering, manufacturing, quality, and program teams to support design development and product release activities.
  • Manage and maintain mechanical CAD files, engineering drawings, and digital design documentation within Product Data Management (PDM) systems.
  • Maintain accurate bill of material (BOM) structures and associated hardware configurations.
  • Identify design issues, drawing discrepancies, configuration conflicts, and support corrective actions.
  • Partner with engineers and cross-functional teams to resolve technical drafting and documentation concerns.
  • Support root cause analysis and corrective action implementation related to drawing or documentation errors.
  • Review CAD models and drawings for completeness, manufacturability, accuracy, and compliance with design requirements.
  • Support standardization and continuous improvement of CAD processes, templates, libraries, and documentation workflows.

Requirements

  • Advanced proficiency in SolidWorks, including part modeling, assemblies, and engineering drawing creation.
  • Strong understanding of GD&T, mechanical drafting standards, and engineering documentation best practices.
  • Proficiency with technical diagramming and drafting tools such as DraftSight, Lucidchart, Draw.io, or equivalent applications.
  • Experience using issue tracking and workflow management tools such as Jira or similar systems.
  • Knowledge of engineering change control processes and configuration management principles.
  • Ability to interpret engineering specifications, manufacturing requirements, and technical documentation.
  • Experience creating and managing bill of materials (BOM) structures and hardware documentation.
  • If you are looking for hands-on, interactive, and autonomous work, CesiumAstro is the place for you.
  • Strong mechanical proficiency and general understanding of manufacturing (CNC, 3D printing, etc.) and mechanical assembly techniques.

Nice to have

  • Associate's degree or technical certification in Drafting, Design Technology, Mechanical Design, Engineering Technology, or related field preferred
  • Exposure to ERP and PLM systems preferred, including SAP, Windchill, ENOVIA, or similar platforms.

Visa & Work Authorization

  • citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U

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