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CAD Engineer JR
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What they do
A Mechanical or Electrical Drafter prepares detailed drawings needed to manufacture or repair machinery and equipment, with dimensions and other specific engineering data. Uses computer aided design software. May create diagrams for products that include mechanical and electronic components, such as cars or computers, or prepare the diagrams used to install wiring and electrical equipment in buildings or in electrical distribution systems.
$68,627 / year median in Virginia
-6% projected decline
Job Description
Responsibilities:
Assist in the development of as-built drawing packages Development of Ship Installation Drawing LAR packages usingANSI, ASME
(Y14.5M), and/or NAVSEA (TS9090), standards and drafting requirements Incorporation of red line changes into existing drawing packages utilizing AutoCAD and Adobe Pro Provide CAD and drafting services as required in support of technical documentation developmentRequired:
Proficient in AutoCAD- 2D Experience in utilizing Adobe Acrobat Pro for conversion of drawing products and deliverables Proficient with MS Office
- Full Suite of Products High school diploma or equivalent and 1
- 4 years of prior relevant experience Previous experience with NAVSEA engineering or technical documentation and drawings to include block wiring diagrams,
SIDs, or ICD's Clearance:
Ability to obtain and maintain secret If you're looking for comfort, keep scrolling. At Leidos, we outthink, outbuild, and outpace the status quo — because the mission demands it. We're not hiring followers. We're recruiting the ones who disrupt, provoke, and refuse to fail. Step 10 is ancient history. We're already at step 30 — and moving faster than anyone else dares.Original Posting:
August 24, 2026 For U.S.Positions:
While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.Pay Range:
Pay Range $48,100.00- $86,950.