Drafting technologists jobs in the United States (411 jobs)

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Counted Nov 9, 2026

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Open jobs: 411
Employers: 255

Advertised starting pay

Average starting payUSD / hour: $25.72Across 45 listings
Average starting payUSD / year: $59,471Across 37 listings

Employer-advertised starting pay, not employee salaries. Currencies and pay periods stay separate.

Where work happens

Remote: 1%6 listings
Hybrid: 1%4 listings
On-site: 14%56 listings

Not specified: 84% (345 listings)

Employers hiring include Actalent (25), gpac (23), Quanta Infrastructure Solutions Group, LLC (12).

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Employer-listed minimums from at least 10 listings per currency and pay period. These are advertised starting amounts, not employee salaries. Jobs without a minimum and unusual amounts are excluded.

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Drafting technologists jobs in the United States

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Bowhead

Drafter/Engineering Technician

King George, VA, United States

Target salary range is between $95,000 - $120,000 commensurate with experience.

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Pay: Target salary range is between $95,000 - $120,000 commensurate with experience.
Apply by: Aug 6, 2027
Experience: High school diploma/GED with at least 7 years drafting experience.
Posting language: English
Posted: Aug 6, 2026

Original job description

Overview

DRAFTER/ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN (AT):

Bowhead seeks a Drafter/Engineering Technician to support the Advanced Technologies business line located in King George, VA. This position provides technical drafting support to engineering teams engaged in the design, development, integration, and testing of weapon systems. This role produces detailed CAD models, engineering drawings, and technical documentation that align with program requirements, configuration control standards, and DoD technical data specifications. This position works closely with mechanical, electrical, and systems engineers to translate design concepts into accurate and manufacturable technical packages.

Responsibilities

Technical Drafting & Modeling

Produce 2D and 3D CAD models for mechanical assemblies, subcomponents, wiring diagrams, and system layouts related to weapon systems and associated support equipment.
Generate detailed engineering drawings including dimensions, tolerances, material specifications, and geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T).
Create fabrication and assembly drawings for prototypes, test articles, and production hardware.
Update and maintain as-built drawings and baseline configurations throughout development and testing cycles.
Coordinate vendor activities; provide technical input and oversight to ensure work meets specifications.

Engineering Support for Weapon Systems

Support engineers by rapidly iterating design changes based on test results, engineering review boards, and system integration findings.
Assist with modeling of complex weapon system components, including housings, mounts, fixtures, brackets, racks, and mechanical interfaces.
Interpret engineering notes, sketches, design intent, and requirements to produce accurate drafting deliverables.
Contribute to engineering trade studies by providing model variations, fit checks, and layout options.

Configuration & Data Management

Ensure drawings comply with DoD standards, MIL-SPEC requirements, and project configuration management processes.
Maintain drawing revisions, controlled data sets, and documentation within engineering data repositories (e.g., PDM, SharePoint).

Qualifications

Proficiency in industry-standard CAD tools (e.g., SolidWorks, Creo, AutoCAD).
Strong experience with Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T)
Strong understanding of mechanical drafting principles and proper dimensioning practices.
Experience working with engineering teams on hardware development projects.
Ability to interpret engineering specifications, technical standards, and MIL-SPEC documentation.
Familiarity with configuration control, drawing standards, and engineering release processes.
Basic level skills in Microsoft Office software suite - Word, Excel, and Outlook.
Strong technical troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities.
Strong communicator who collaborates effectively with multidisciplinary engineering teams.
Solid organizational and documentation skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Capable of managing multiple tasks and shifting priorities in a fast-paced operational setting.
Valid driver’s license in the state of employment with an acceptable driving record.
High school diploma/GED with at least 7 years drafting experience.

Preferred Qualifications

Relevant Associate’s degree/Certificate (CAD/Drafter/EIT) in addition to at least 7 years of related experience (additional experience may be substituted for formal education for highly qualified candidates)
Experience supporting DoW, defense contractors, or weapon system development programs.

Physical Demands

Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds
Must be able to stand and walk for prolonged amounts of time
Must be able to twist, bend and squat periodically

Target salary range is between $95,000 - $120,000 commensurate with experience.

Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. Bowhead considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as, market and business considerations when extending an offer.

SECURITY CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS: Must be able to obtain a security clearance at the Secret level. US Citizenship is a requirement for this contract.

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Skills

Electrical wiring diagrams
Assembly
ICT system integration
Documentation
Microsoft SharePoint
Dassault Systemes SolidWorks
PTC Creo
Autodesk AutoCAD
Microsoft Office
Microsoft Word
Microsoft Excel
Microsoft Outlook
Troubleshooting
Problem solving
Work independently
Valid driver's licence
EIT
Heavy lifting

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