Computer Aided Design Designer

NEXCOM Computer-Aided Design Draftsperson

Location:

Herndon, VA

Role:
Hybrid – onsite at a government facility / remote

Job Type: Contract to Hire

This position provides CAD drafting support for the Next Generation Air/Ground Communications (NEXCOM) program. The candidate will create, modify, and maintain engineering drawings for the design and implementation of new Air‑to‑Ground radio equipment at more than a thousand FAA air traffic control centers across the United States. All drawings must comply with FAA orders and standards, including FAA Order 6000.55 and FAA‑STD‑002.

• Develop technical and architectural drawings using CAD software and manual drafting methods.
• Ensure all drawings meet established technical, formatting, and documentation standards.
• Provide design support for facility engineering documentation and as‑built drawings.
• Identify discrepancies or errors in engineering documentation and produce precise technical drawings.

• 5 years of experience with a BS/BA; 3 years with an MS/MA; 7 years with an AS degree (or 9 years in lieu of a degree).
• Ability to obtain/maintain a public trust clearance.
• Experience developing technical drawings using CAD tools in engineering, architecture, telecommunications, or infrastructure environments.
• Strong proficiency with CAD software (AutoCAD preferred).
• Experience with 3D modeling and Building Information Modeling (BIM) tools.
• Familiarity with engineering, architectural, or manufacturing terminology, symbols, and standards.

• Experience supporting FAA or other federal infrastructure programs.
• Knowledge of facility engineering documentation and as‑built drawing standards.
• Professional certifications such as Autodesk Certified Professional (ACP) and Certified Solid Works Associate (CSWA).
• Experience working with engineering teams supporting telecommunications, facilities, or infrastructure deployments.

Intermediate Level

Hourly rate: $35.00 – $46.00 per hour

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre‑tax and Roth post‑tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long‑term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Hybrid position in Herndon, VA

Position is anticipated to close on Jun 1, 2026

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: For positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records will be considered.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): AI may be used to support parts of the hiring process. Final hiring decisions are made by our hiring team.