JOB DESCRIPTION
CAD Drafter
Mid-to-senior level CAD Drafter to support federal aviation weather programs. This role will produce construction drawings for aviation weather system installations at U.S. airports and remote FAA facilities. The ideal candidate understands how to develop quality control in CAD standards, create project-specific blocks/templates, and interface effectively with engineers and peer drafters on large, multi-site deployments.
Compensation & Benefits:
Estimated Starting Salary Range for CAD Drafter: $88,000 - $96,000
Pay commensurate with experience.
Full time benefits include Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, and other possible benefits as provided.Benefits are subject to change with or without notice.
CAD Drafter Responsibilities Include:
- Develop site-specific construction drawings for deployment of aviation weather equipment at FAA facilities and airports (Specifically AWOS-C).
- Create / maintain drawing templates, title blocks, symbols, and CAD libraries for reuse across project portfolio.
- Support CAD standards, naming conventions, layers, and drafting practices across the drafting team.
- Coordinate with PMs, engineers, and peer drafters on large portfolio rollouts — maintain consistency and version control.
- Produce drawing revisions in response to redlines, field conditions, or design updates
- Prepare drawing packages for formal submittal (FAA format) and as-built packages post-installation.
- Maintain drawing files for CM (configuration management) traceability.
- Performs other job-related duties as assigned.
CAD Drafter Experience, Education, Skills, Abilities requested:
- High school diploma is required.
- 5 plus years of Computer Aided Drafting experience.
- Experience with AutoCAD is required.
- Good oral communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills, as well as a demonstrated ability to work as a member of a team, are prerequisites.
- Experience with FAA drawing standards is not required but preferred.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Exceptional attention to detail.
- Experience with AutoCAD is required.
- Must pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal.
Company Information:
Cherokee Strategic Solutions (CSS) is a part of Cherokee Federal – the division of tribally owned federal contracting companies owned by Cherokee Nation Businesses. As a trusted partner for more than 60 federal clients, Cherokee Federal LLCs are focused on building a brighter future, solving complex challenges, and serving the government’s mission with compassion and heart. To learn more about CSS, visit cherokee-federal.com.
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Cherokee Federal is a military friendly employer. Veterans and active military transitioning to civilian status are encouraged to apply.
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Keywords:
AutoCAD
Drafting
FAA Projects
Construction Drawings
Aviation Weather Systems
Legal Disclaimer: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected veteran status, disability or any other status protected under applicable federal, state or local law. Many of our job openings require access to government buildings or military installations. Candidates must pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal.
