CAD Designer Chipton-Ross Santa Fe Springs, CA Job Details Contract $65,000 - $85,000 a year 2 days ago Qualifications Composite materials 3D modeling software Mechanical design Aluminum Bachelor of Science Machining fixtures GD&T 3D modeling for product design Continuous improvement Grinding Holding fixtures proficiency Electrical discharge machining ASME codes & standards Milling machines 3D modeling Stainless steel Plastics Full Job Description

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

(REQUIRED

SKILLS/EXPERIENCE

): 3+ years of dedicated CAD design experience specifically focused on machining fixtures, workholding, or precision tooling within the aerospace, defense, or high-precision manufacturing sectors.

Technical Mastery:

Advanced proficiency in

SOLIDWORKS

(CSWP or CSWE certification preferred). Expert knowledge of

ASME Y14.5 GD&T

standards and drafting best practices. Strong working knowledge of conventional and CNC machining operations (milling, turning, wire EDM, grinding) and tooling materials (aluminum, tool steels, stainless, invar, plastics). Demonstrated understanding of workholding mechanics, kinematic location principles (3-2-1 rule), and clamping forces.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES

: The CAD Tooling & Fixture Designer develops high-precision machining fixtures, assembly tooling, workholding devices, and specialized manufacturing aids for complex aerospace and defense flight components. Utilizing SOLIDWORKS, this role transforms concept sketches and engineering specifications into full detailed, production-ready 3D models and manufacturing drawings. The ideal candidate possesses deep expertise in Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T per

ASME Y14.5

), Design for Manufacturability (DFM), and practical machine shop workholding principles.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

(DESIRED

SKILLS/EXPERIENCE

): Experience designing composite manufacturing tooling (trim/drill fixtures, lay-up molds, bond tools, vacuum workholding). Proficiency with

SOLIDWORKS PDM

Enterprise for data management. Exposure to CAM software (Mastercam, GibbsCAM) or direct CNC programming experience. Familiarity with AS9100 quality management standards and continuous improvement frameworks.

REQUIRED EDUCATION

Accredited Associate Degree in Computer-Aided Drafting/Design (CADD), Mechanical Engineering Technology, or equivalent trade school degree combined with practical experience (BS in Mechanical Engineering preferred).

WORK HOURS

Full-Time Pay:

$65,000.00 - $85,000.00 per year

Work Location:

In person