What are the responsibilities and job description for the Mechanical Designer / Drafter – Unmanned Marine Systems position at Maritime Tactical Systems?
MARTAC is leading the transformation of unmanned surface vessel technology with trusted autonomous, networked systems that combine speed, range, maneuverability, and stealth. Each MARTAC employee plays a vital role in delivering leading-edge solutions to military, government, and commercial customers across the globe; and we’re committed to providing our people with the best opportunities to share their knowledge, develop their skills, and push their innovative ideas to the cutting-edge.
Purpose: Provide high-volume CAD modeling and detailed production drawing support to accelerate documentation completion for five unmanned vessels. This surge role will focus on 3D modeling, 2D drawings, composite panel details, assemblies, and integration with structural and electrical systems to enable external fabrication.
Key Responsibilities
- Create and maintain 3D CAD models (hull lofting, panel developments, assemblies, and mechanical interfaces) using SolidWorks or equivalent.
- Produce detailed 2D production drawings including GD&T, tolerances, weld/bond schedules, assembly sequences, and manufacturing notes.
- Develop composite laminate details, core materials, bonding specifications, and panel flattening drawings.
- Support creation of mechanical BOMs and configuration-controlled drawing packages for external builders.
- Collaborate with Project Leads and the Structural Design & Analysis Engineer on design iterations and integration of mechanical systems.
- Incorporate feedback from structural analysis and electrical interfaces into models and drawings.
- Assist in compiling complete mechanical handover packages (drawings, instructions, and QA notes) that minimize RFIs from shipyards.
- Perform basic tolerance stack-ups and weight tracking as needed.
- Participate in design reviews and cross-project standardization efforts for the vessel family.
- Support builder technical questions during initial external fabrication phases.
Must-Have Qualifications
- 3–6 years of experience as a Mechanical Designer or Drafter in complex mechanical or marine projects.
- Advanced proficiency in SolidWorks (or equivalent CAD software) for 3D modeling, assemblies, and detailed 2D production drawings.
- Experience with composite structures, panel development, and manufacturing drawings.
- Strong understanding of GD&T, tolerances, and production drawing best practices.
- Ability to produce clean, builder-ready documentation with minimal supervision.
- Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. security clearance (U.S. citizenship required; must be eligible and willing to undergo the investigation process).
- Must be able to successfully pass a background investigation and drug screen.
- US Citizenship
Strongly Preferred Qualifications
· Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechanical Design Technology, Drafting, Marine Technology, or a related field.
- Active or current Secret security clearance.
· Direct marine, boat, yacht, catamaran, or unmanned surface vehicle (USV) design/drafting experience, especially hull/deck or composite work.
- Knowledge of marine-specific considerations (waterproofing, corrosion resistance, vibration isolation, weight control).
- Experience transitioning designs to external fabrication/shipyards.
- Local Melbourne, FL area availability for the initial surge period (April–August 2026).
Nice-to-Have Qualifications
- Background in unmanned or autonomous systems.
- Familiarity with PLM/PDM tools for drawing release and revision control.
- Basic understanding of structural analysis results and how they influence detailing.
- Prior work in fast-paced, multi-project environments with aggressive deadlines.
Expected hours: 40.0 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: On the road