Designer/Drafter(Manufacturing)

Signia Aerospace is a global, integrated provider of high-performance systems and specialized components for the aerospace industry.  Signia designs, manufactures, and services a wide range of products, that include mission equipment, thermal management systems, engine technology, and propellers. The Signia brands are leaders in their respective markets and provide a compelling value proposition to both aerospace and defense OEMs and end-users. 

Onboard Systems is a part of Signia Aerospace, whose brands lead the industry aerospace and aviation industry in performance and quality.

Position Overview 

Location: Vancouver, WA (Onsite)

The Designer/Drafter will report to the VP of Engineering and a delegated Lead within the Engineering Department and serve on a team of 9 total Engineering resources with daily interactions spanning all functions of the business. The role will include concept creation, design, feasibility, testing, and production coordination of various mechanical and electrical assemblies. Assignments will be guided by the engineering staff, with inputs such as overall design intent, materials, and function, but will require the candidate to think independently to identify detailed design and drafting deliverables. The role is closely linked with the manufacturing team and is responsible for supporting sustaining engineering initiatives, requiring fast-paced decision making to address ongoing production needs. The Designer/Drafter will work closely with the rest of the Engineering Department to execute on an aggressive product and technology development roadmap, with specific emphasis on supporting fast turnaround times for drawings and CAD models.

What You’ll Do

• Plan, conceptualize and create mechanical designs for new products
• Create, edit, and revise 3D CAD models and assemblies using Solidworks
• Produce and revise detailed technical drawings for mechanical and electrical parts and assemblies using Solidworks and AutoCAD
• Support sustaining engineering initiatives, including obsolescence and product/process improvements
• Support direct interactions with production personnel, vendors, and customers pertaining to design concepts and changes
• Support configuration management by coordinating released design data and ensuring seamless integration with production processes
• Write owner’s manuals, assembly planning, part specifications, and acceptance test plans 
• Support engineering department with mechanical and electrical test setups
• Support in-field installations and certification testing
• Recommend design modifications to solve manufacturing or field issues
• Support periodic audits by FAA, AS9100, or customer OEMs

Who You Are

• Associate’s degree in mechanical drafting, Mechanical Design or related field. Coursework toward BS Mechanical Engineering is also acceptable
• 3-5yrs experience working as a mechanical designer or drafter
• Experience working with and designing electro-mechanical mechanisms
• Expertise with applying GD&T principles to mechanical drawings
• Expertise with Solidworks 
• Expertise with AutoCAD
• MS Office
• Exposure to manufacturing environment, including working within an Enterprise Resource Planning system
• Ability to use hand tools and machinery
• Exposure to ISO 9001 or AS9100 quality management systems
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Will be required to interface with internal and external customers on a daily basis

What’s In It for You

• Benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life, disability
• Paid time off and holidays 
• 401(k) plan with employer contribution matching

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or other legally protected status