Drafter​/CAD Operator

Saalex is seeking a Drafter/CAD Operator I in Ridgecrest, CA. Saalex Corp., is an Engineering and Information Technology Services company with a focus on Test Range Operations and Management, Engineering and Logistics Services, Data Analytics and Business Intelligence Services and Information Technology Services. Founded in 1999 by Travis Mack, Saalex is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned and Operated business with prime and subcontract expertise serving the Navy, Army, Air Force, NASA, corporate clients, and local governments.

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $24.32/hr

Work Location: Onsite.

Under close supervision, a Drafter I provides detailed drawings of simple routine printed circuit boards, schematics, and logic diagrams using various software and/or manual processes. Employee will be responsible for the following functions/duties:

• Prepare multiple-view mechanical detail and assembly drawings indicating dimensions and tolerances, fasteners, and joining requirements from layouts, sketches, and/or verbal instructions from senior drafting personnel
• Redraw existing drawings and assign drawing numbers/cross-index as specified or directed
• Ensure all work conforms to DoD MIL-STD-100 and company drafting standards
• Output drawings in various formats from electronic files of various types
• Research files and catalogs for information required to complete the project
• Create/edit charts, images, and presentation materials
• Maintain files and backup disks
• Perform other job-related duties, as required

• A minimum of one year of experience, preferably in the high technology industry with an emphasis on electromechanical drawing is required for this position.
• Competence in the use of a minimum of one computer-aided design (CAD) software program as appropriate to specific assignments
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Planning/organizational skills
• Ability to work under deadlines
• Ability to lift 20 lbs

• Enrollment in or a graduate certificate from a two-to four-year technical institute or equivalent training is preferred.

High School Diploma or GED required. Any related college or technical training is value-added.

Must be eligible to obtain a Secret clearance. Requirements to obtain a clearance include US Citizenship, security investigation, etc.

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
• Short Term & Long Term Disability
• Training & Development
• Wellness Resources
• Stock Option Plan