CAD Technician

Brief Description

SABG is hiring a CAD Technician to support Engineering Support Services for the 50th Civil Engineer Squadron (50 CES) at Schriever Space Force Base (SSFB), Colorado Springs, Colorado.

Minimal to none. This position is performed on-site at Schriever Space Force Base. This position is contingent upon contract award.

CAD Technician

Capable of passing National Agency Check w/ Inquiries (NACI)

Schriever Space Force Base, Colorado Springs, Colorado (Building 210)

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

• Serve as a CAD specialist for technical engineering graphics, using Computer Aided Design and Drafting (CAD) and Geographic Information System (GIS) tools to produce and maintain installation drawing and mapping products.
• Perform CAD tasks for SSFB base-wide requirements and assigned Geographically Separated Units (GSUs) using Autodesk Civil 3D and other Government-approved CADD software to update and revise technical drawings, plans, and blueprints based on new specifications, field changes, and redline markups.
• Apply a working knowledge of Architect, Engineering, and Construction (AEC) standards when developing and revising CAD deliverables so that drawing content, structure, and presentation are consistent with industry-accepted and Government-specified practices.
• Review CAD files to confirm compliance with the current DoD A/E/C CAD Standard and any project-specific CAD standards, verifying and correcting layer naming, scale, symbology, and title block information before delivery to the Government.
• Coordinate with other CAD staff to maintain and update existing facility record drawings, recommending necessary modifications and ensuring that facility data within CAD and GIS databases remains accurate, complete, and current.
• Conduct a weekly Design Drawing Standards Review, proactively auditing initial design drawings against the National CAD Standard (NCS) or other project standards to identify and report non-compliance early in the process.
• Update the primary CAD drawings weekly to incorporate all verified as-built changes, ensure compliance with the applicable A/E/C or National CAD Standard for layer structure, text, dimensions, and symbology, complete a final internal quality check, implement version control, and transmit final approved packages in both PDF and native DWG formats.
• Perform a final, comprehensive check of fully revised drawings weekly to guarantee compliance with all technical and formatting standards, implement strict version control marking superseded drawings, and compile, plot, and transmit final approved as-built drawing packages for official project closeout.
• Formally document the receipt of as-built packages and communicate any deficiencies or required corrections.
• Organize and manage the electronic filing system for all final as-built drawings, ensuring files are logically named, stored in the correct location, and easily retrievable.

This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

• Associate's degree or postsecondary certificate in computer-aided design, engineering technology, or a closely related field; or at least 2 years of experience as a CAD technician.
• Strong proficiency in Autodesk Civil 3D.
• Experience with related software such as Map 3D, AutoCAD, and Revit.
• Comprehensive knowledge of organizing and managing diverse digital databases.
• Practical knowledge of drafting theories, principles, practices, and applications sufficient to analyze and manipulate data from surveying, cartographic, architectural, and engineering sources.

• Skills in operating a personal computer and standard office equipment.
• Must have proficiency in a variety of computer software applications in word processing, spreadsheets, and database (MS Office: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Strong proficiency in Autodesk Civil 3D, Map 3D, AutoCAD, and Revit.

• Problem Solving
  - Identifies and resolves problems promptly; gathers and analyzes information skillfully; develops alternative solutions; works well in group problem-solving situations; and uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.
• Written Communication
  - Writes clearly and informatively; edits work for spelling and grammar; varies writing style to meet needs; presents numerical data effectively; and able to read and interpret written information.
• Diversity
  - Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences, and promotes a harassment-free environment.
• Ethics
  - Treats people with respect; keeps commitments; inspires the trust of others; works with integrity and ethically; and upholds organizational values.
• Planning/Organizing
  - Prioritizes and plans work activities; uses time efficiently; plans for additional resources; sets goals and objectives; organizes or schedules other people and their tasks if needed; and develops realistic action…