Drafter/CAD Operator I

Saalex is seeking a Drafter/CAD Operator I in Ridgecrest, CA. Saalex Corp., is an Engineering and Information Technology Services company with a focus on Test Range Operations and Management, Engineering and Logistics Services, Data Analytics and Business Intelligence Services and Information Technology Services. Founded in 1999 by Travis Mack, Saalex is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned and Operated business with prime and subcontract expertise serving the Navy, Army, Air Force, NASA, corporate clients, and local governments. Position Type: Full-Time Salary: $24.32/hr Work Location: Onsite. Essential Functions: Under close supervision, a Drafter I provides detailed drawings of simple routine printed circuit boards, schematics, and logic diagrams using various software and/or manual processes. Employee will be responsible for the following functions/duties: Prepare multiple-view mechanical detail and assembly drawings indicating dimensions and tolerances, fasteners, and joining requirements from layouts, sketches, and/or verbal instructions from senior drafting personnel Redraw existing drawings and assign drawing numbers/cross-index as specified or directed Ensure all work conforms to DoD MIL-STD-100 and company drafting standards Output drawings in various formats from electronic files of various types Research files and catalogs for information required to complete the project Create/edit charts, images, and presentation materials Maintain files and backup disks Perform other job-related duties, as required Requirements Required: A minimum of one year of experience, preferably in the high technology industry with an emphasis on electromechanical drawing is required for this position. Competence in the use of a minimum of one computer-aided design (CAD) software program as appropriate to specific assignments Effective verbal and written communication skills Planning/organizational skills Ability to work under deadlines Ability to lift 20 lbs Desired: Enrollment in or a graduate certificate from a two-to four-year technical institute or equivalent training is preferred. Education: High School Diploma or GED required. Any related college or technical training is value-added. Security Clearance: Must be eligible to obtain a Secret clearance. Requirements to obtain a clearance include US Citizenship, security investigation, etc.