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CAD Operator

APR Consulting
Chandler, AZ Contractor
POSTED ON 10/29/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 12/7/2026
An aerospace client is looking for a CAD Operator who will work within the client’s Design/Drafting group and will be responsible for checking drawing/design packages for proper content and to ensure compliance with applicable industry and military standards.

Location: Chandler, AZ 85286 (Onsite)
Position: CAD Operator 
Pay Rate: $40.40/hr. on W2 (DOE)
Duration: 12 months or longer
Schedule: 9x80 A
Shift: 1st Shift
Travel: Yes, 10% of the Time

RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Will work within the client’s Design/Drafting group and will be responsible for checking drawing/design packages for proper content and to ensure compliance with applicable industry and military standards.
  • Duties will include checking designs for fit, function, manufacturability, and economy of fabrication. This includes review of tolerance analysis, hardware selection and fitment on assembly prints. A recognized expert in GD&T and will be called upon to resolve interpretation issues on drawings.
  • Additional duties include verifying 3D models submitted to manufacturing utilizing Siemens NX managed with Teamcenter.
  • Responsibility will further include liaison with various engineering disciplines, Manufacturing, and Quality.
  • Some vendor liaison will be required as well.
  • Additional responsibilities to include modeling fully defined components and assemblies efficiently using Siemens NX managed with Teamcenter and create/revise parametric drawings in conformance with ASME modeling and drawing standards.
  • Review mechanical drawings with appropriate personnel verifying completed work, checking dimensions, materials and quantities to be used.
  • Mechanical modeling using NX managed with Teamcenter
  • Create/Revise parametric drawings in conformance with ASME 3D modeling and drawing standards.
  • As requested, may supervise and direct the activities of staff.
  • Perform related duties as assigned or required.
  • Knowledge of Word, Excel, Windows, NX and Teamcenter as required.
  • Good communication skills, both written and verbal.
  • Ability to work quickly and accurately while under schedule pressure and exhibit a large degree of patience.
  • Strong time management and organizational skills.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
  • US Citizenship is required.
  • Ability to obtain DoD security clearance
  • 2-year Technical Degree in Drafting or Engineering and 6 years directly related experience.
  • Must be experienced with geometric dimensioning and tolerating (GD&T) per ASME Y14.5-2009. GDTP Professional Certification Preferred
  • Experience with Digital Product Definition Practices per ASME Y14.41
  • Must have knowledge of standard manufacturing processes including CNC Mill and Lathe operations
  • Must be experienced with Siemens NX and Teamcenter
  • Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment
  • Must be comfortable working extended periods of time at a work station.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
  • Experienced with weld design per AWS D17.1 and D1.1. AWS CWI certification Preferred.
  • Experience working with DoD programs preferred
  • A working knowledge of ASME Y14. 100 and MIL-Standard 100 is also desired.
 
About our client:

Our client is a world leader and premier innovator in aerospace, with over 100,000 top talent employees providing the most advanced products and technologies in the industry. With numerous awards and recognitions, they offer continuous growth, learning, and development for their employees.

About APR:

Since 1980 APR Consulting, Inc. has provided professional recruiting and contingent workforce solutions to a diverse mix of clients, industries, and skill sets nationwide.

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Don't miss out on this amazing opportunity! If you feel your experience is the match for this position please apply today and join our team. We look forward to working with you!


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