Computer Aided Design Drafter

About magniX: Based in the beautiful Pacific Northwest, magniX is a pioneer in electric propulsion and battery technology for the aerospace industry.  We’re working to revolutionize how the world connects by transforming the way aircraft are powered. magniX has been at the leading edge of electric propulsion innovation for almost 20 years, and has successfully demonstrated our technology in flight.  We are now on the path to take our proven technology and innovative products to market. Join us to be part of a passionate team that is ushering in a new era of aviation.

 About the role : The CAD Drafter provides CAD expertise in development of magniX’s electric propulsion systems. Create new designs utilizing parametric solid modeling software or applications to develop basic data, assemblies and detailed parts of devices, mechanisms, and structures. Design basic fixtures or products, incorporating ease of manufacturing, safety, performance, and reliability.

 Primary Responsibilities:

• Produce high-quality engineering drawings according to ASME GD&T standards.
• Create production drawings, CAD and PLM guidelines, standards and checklists to ensure a high quality of output from the engineering team.
• Create export models for customers.
• Manage the PDM/PLM system, ensuring that CAD data is stored and managed in an orderly manner and that the users are employing best practice in using the PLM system.
• Create 3D models from a set of requirements and where requirements are incomplete able to fill in the blanks, taking into consideration the parts operating environment, function and manufacturability.
• Identify design errors, omissions, and other deficiencies, including redline.
• Process Engineering Change Requests (ECR) describing changes and providing corresponding technical justification

 Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in an engineering-related discipline 
• 2 years of practical design/drafting experience (SOLIDWORKS or CATIA, 2D drafting, 3D modeling, and assemblies).
• 2 years of practical PDM experience (SOLIDWORKS PDM, Teamcenter), familiarity with configuration control, revision, and records release.
• Proficiency in GD&T per ASME-Y14.5.

 Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with aerospace designs, complex machined components, tolerance stacks, large assembly management.
• Knowledge of fabrication methods and production processes.

 Location: Applicants must be willing and able to commute to magniX's location in Everett, Washington.

 Compensation & Benefits

• 100% company-paid premiums for medical, dental, and vision insurance (for employees & dependents).  
• 4 weeks paid vacation 1-week annual end-of-year shutdown, sick time, and 11 paid holidays. 
• 401K retirement plan with industry leading 9.5% company contribution.
• Company paid Life insurance, AD&D, Short-Term and Long-Term disability insurance
• Catered lunches and quarterly company fun-day events!

 Salary Range: $107k-$155k

E-Verify: magniX utilizes E-Verify for employment eligibility verification

Pre-employment Screenings: Employment with magniX is contingent upon satisfactory completion of pre-employment requirements including a background screen.

EHS/Environmental Requirements: This job operates in a manufacturing and testing environment. While performing the duties of this job, the employee routinely is required to use hands to keyboard, communicate, listen to, and interpret instructions and remain stationary for extended periods of time. This would require the ability to move around the facility and occasionally move/lift items weighing up to 25 lbs. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. Applicants are invited to apply for a reasonable accommodation to perform the essential duties of the job. 

Required PPE (Personal Protective Equipment): Required PPE provided by magniX based on the employee’s position and exposure.  Below are typical PPE used on the manufacturing and testing floor:

• Ear Plugs - Earmuffs
• Safety shoes
• Safety Glasses - Safety Goggles

Export Control Compliance: To meet export control compliance requirements, candidates must be a “U.S. Person” (U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents, refugees, or asylees) or  As this position requires access to export-controlled data, an appropriate export authorization by the U.S. Government may be required prior to such access. Employment, and the continuity of employment of non-U.S. persons, is contingent upon the company’s ability to secure and maintain the necessary export control authorization.

Diversity and Inclusion: magniX is an equal opportunity employer. We value and embrace diversity. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, age, or disability status.