Drafter

Position Summary, Drafter (Full-Time / Part-Time)

Innovative Professional Solutions, Inc. (IPS)—a successful defense contractor located in Panama City Beach, Florida—has provided exceptional support to our Naval Surface Warfare Center Panama City Division (NSWC PCD) customers for 25 years. Our benefits include health, dental, vision, life insurance, as well as a 401(k) plan and paid time off.

We are seeking experienced Drafters to work closely with a team of Drafters and Engineers to recreate government-provided 3D models in SolidWorks. The Drafters will review the models to ensure the correct mates and features are present, prior to importing the model views into the government-provided template. Each part will be reviewed to determine the correct part number so that part properties can be assigned to the model. This process will support the auto-population of the Bill of Materials (BOM). Additionally, bubble callouts and dimensions will be added. A strong proficiency in SolidWorks as well as drafting skills using SolidWorks are paramount to the success of the Drafters. The ideal candidates will enjoy the challenge associated with working with files created by others, conducting analysis of the part numbers, and ensuring compliance with government-furnished standards and templates. Although the Drafters will work with existing files rather than creating technical drawings from the ground up, this support is significant to our Department of Navy customers. This position requires a Department of Defense/Department of War (DoD/DoW) Secret security clearance, which requires U.S. citizenship.

Highlights of Responsibilities:

• Review models to ensure accuracy of mates and features.
• Import 3D models into templates.
• Review parts and part numbers and populate BOM.
• Add bubble callouts and dimensions.
• Provide input for routine administrative reports.

Required Education, Training and Experience:

• High school diploma.
• Advanced experience with SolidWorks, including drafting using SolidWorks.
• Possess an understanding of shock and vibration; drawings and tolerancing; and fabrication, materials, and integration.
• Experience with Microsoft suite of tools (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, Outlook).
• Eligible to obtain and maintain a Security clearance.

Desired Qualifications:

• Basic AutoCAD knowledge is helpful.
• Basic understanding of U.S. Navy engineering drawings.
• Although part of a team, must also be able to work independently and productively with minimum supervision.

Travel:

• No travel is expected for this position.

Working Conditions/Environment:

• Work will be conducted at IPS; in-person participation in some meetings at NSWC PCD may be required.
• IPS is a drug-free employer.
• U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions

Pay: From $30.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• SolidWorks: 1 year (Required)

Security clearance:

• Secret (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Panama City, FL 32408 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Panama City, FL 32408: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $30