What are the responsibilities and job description for the CAD Drafter position at Leidos?
Description
Leidos is seeking a CAD Drafter for our Long Beach, MS office. We are seeking a candidate to work with our engineering teams as we develop and produce cutting-edge solutions to challenging defense-related problems. As a CAD Drafter you will be responsible for creating and modifying detailed part, assembly, and installation engineering drawings from basic layouts, established references, and standards. Work is completed through computer-aided design equipment such as, AutoCAD and SolidWorks. Duties include executing details of layout drawings prepared by others in accordance with standard engineering drafting practices. Supervisors will assign and manage work of this type.
Primary Responsibilities
Original Posting
May 6, 2026
For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.
Pay Range
Pay Range $40,300.00 - $72,850.00
The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline onlyand not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.
About Leidos
Leidos is an industry and technology leader serving government and commercial customers with smarter, more efficient digital and mission innovations. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, with 47,000 global employees, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $16.7 billion for the fiscal year ended January 3, 2025. For more information, visit www.Leidos.com.
Pay And Benefits
Pay and benefits are fundamental to any career decision. That's why we craft compensation packages that reflect the importance of the work we do for our customers. Employment benefits include competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave and Retirement. More details are available at www.leidos.com/careers/pay-benefits.
Securing Your Data
Beware of fake employment opportunities using Leidos’ name. Leidos will never ask you to provide payment-related information during any part of the employment application process (i.e., ask you for money), nor will Leidos ever advance money as part of the hiring process (i.e., send you a check or money order before doing any work). Further, Leidos will only communicate with you through emails that are generated by the Leidos.com automated system – never from free commercial services (e.g., Gmail, Yahoo, Hotmail) or via WhatsApp, Telegram, etc. If you received an email purporting to be from Leidos that asks for payment-related information or any other personal information (e.g., about you or your previous employer), and you are concerned about its legitimacy, please make us aware immediately by emailing us at LeidosCareersFraud@leidos.com.
If you believe you are the victim of a scam, contact your local law enforcement and report the incident to the U.S. Federal Trade Commission.
Commitment to Non-Discrimination
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.
Leidos is seeking a CAD Drafter for our Long Beach, MS office. We are seeking a candidate to work with our engineering teams as we develop and produce cutting-edge solutions to challenging defense-related problems. As a CAD Drafter you will be responsible for creating and modifying detailed part, assembly, and installation engineering drawings from basic layouts, established references, and standards. Work is completed through computer-aided design equipment such as, AutoCAD and SolidWorks. Duties include executing details of layout drawings prepared by others in accordance with standard engineering drafting practices. Supervisors will assign and manage work of this type.
Primary Responsibilities
- Create SolidWorks CAD models of custom and COTS parts and assemblies.
- Create SolidWorks 2D drawings of custom parts and assemblies.
- Create AutoCAD drawings of cable diagrams, wiring schematics, and system diagrams.
- Create new COTS items in PTC Windchill, including the assignment of AMLs.
- Associate’s degree in CAD Drafting or equivalent
- U.S. Citizen – Ability to obtain DoD security clearance.
- Working knowledge of AutoCAD, SolidWorks, or similar 2D and 3D CAD tools
- Self-Motivated.
- Must work well with others and be able to communicate and understand verbal and written instructions.
- Must be detail oriented.
- Average physical mobility to move around an office and lab environment.
- Proficiency with the Microsoft Office suite of products.
- Extensive experience working within PTC Windchill.
- Proficiency and Experience using SolidWorks and AutoCAD.
- Certified SolidWorks Associate or higher certification.
Original Posting
May 6, 2026
For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.
Pay Range
Pay Range $40,300.00 - $72,850.00
The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline onlyand not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.
About Leidos
Leidos is an industry and technology leader serving government and commercial customers with smarter, more efficient digital and mission innovations. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, with 47,000 global employees, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $16.7 billion for the fiscal year ended January 3, 2025. For more information, visit www.Leidos.com.
Pay And Benefits
Pay and benefits are fundamental to any career decision. That's why we craft compensation packages that reflect the importance of the work we do for our customers. Employment benefits include competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave and Retirement. More details are available at www.leidos.com/careers/pay-benefits.
Securing Your Data
Beware of fake employment opportunities using Leidos’ name. Leidos will never ask you to provide payment-related information during any part of the employment application process (i.e., ask you for money), nor will Leidos ever advance money as part of the hiring process (i.e., send you a check or money order before doing any work). Further, Leidos will only communicate with you through emails that are generated by the Leidos.com automated system – never from free commercial services (e.g., Gmail, Yahoo, Hotmail) or via WhatsApp, Telegram, etc. If you received an email purporting to be from Leidos that asks for payment-related information or any other personal information (e.g., about you or your previous employer), and you are concerned about its legitimacy, please make us aware immediately by emailing us at LeidosCareersFraud@leidos.com.
If you believe you are the victim of a scam, contact your local law enforcement and report the incident to the U.S. Federal Trade Commission.
Commitment to Non-Discrimination
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.
Salary : $40,300 - $72,850