Senior CAD Specialist

This is a contingent position opening dependent upon contract award. The Senior CAD Specialist prepares and revises complex engineering drawings and 3D models, resolves difficult drafting issues within Government-approved design direction, and provides technical guidance to the CAD team. The position supports accurate incorporation of approved changes and delivery of consistent, controlled TDP data. This is a full-time, onsite position at Rock Island Arsenal, Illinois, supporting U.S. Army DEVCOM Armaments Center Technical Data Package (TDP) Support Services. Employment is contingent upon contract award and funding, successful screening, and authorization for Government installation and system access.

This position will perform the following but is not limited to:

• Prepare and revise complex or unusual 2D drawings and 3D models using Government-authorized technology.
• Interpret design intent, engineering inputs, and approved change instructions; identify conflicts requiring Government engineering disposition.
• Apply applicable ASME Y14 drawing practices, dimensioning and tolerancing conventions, revision controls, and digital product definition requirements.
• Evaluate drawing details for consistency with parts lists, interfaces, and associated model data.
• Implement authorized ECP, RFV, and ERR actions. Coordinate affected drawing sheets, models, references, and associated files with TDP and configuration/PLM personnel; preserve traceability to the controlling baseline and change authorization.
• Prepare and verify STEP, 3D PDF, and other required outputs. Check geometry, units, assembly structure, annotations, file integrity, and consistency with the authoritative source data.
• Protect CUI and restricted technical data using authorized Government systems and procedures. Complete required training, maintain accurate task records, and perform other duties aligned with the position’s responsibility level.

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in a technical or related field..

Experience

• Five to seven years of related CAD, engineering drawing, or technical-data experience.
• Demonstrated ability to complete complex drafting assignments independently, interpret design intent, and guide other drafters. Five or more years of relevant CAD experience is preferred.
• Proficiency in Creo Parametric, SolidWorks, and AutoCAD, with practical experience in complex 2D/3D drawing and model updates.
• Working knowledge of GD&T, applicable ASME Y14 practices, STEP and 3D PDF outputs, and drawing-to-model relationships.
• Ability to work with SAP-PLM and PTC Windchill records, approved change documentation, and controlled release workflows.
• Clear written and verbal communication, accurate recordkeeping, Microsoft Office proficiency, and the ability to protect CUI and coordinate effectively with Government and contractor personnel.

License, Cert or Registration

• Proof of United States citizenship is required.
• Ability to obtain required DEVCOM-AC Rock Island installation access within 30 days of contract award, satisfy background screening and personal identity verification requirements, and maintain required Government credentials and system access.

SKT, Inc. is an AA/EEO/Veteran/Disabled employer. For a general description of benefits, please visit: https://www.sktcorp.com/career-center/