Marine Drafter (AutoCAD)

Location: Remote, United States; occasional visits to shipyards and waterfront sites may be required, and some travel may be required.

Salary: $45,000–$85,000 per year.

Company

A federal technology organization delivering advanced technology solutions in data and AI, cybersecurity, and enterprise transformation for defense, intelligence, and federal civilian agencies.

What you will do

• Develop detailed mechanical, structural, electrical, and outfitting 2D and 3D AutoCAD drawings for marine components and vessel layouts.
• Translate sketches, engineering calculations, and field measurements into production-ready schematics and manufacturing drawings.
• Draft ship subsystems, piping, HVAC, hull structures, and/or dock and waterfront systems.
• Maintain bills of materials, part numbers, revision control documents, and as-built documentation.
• Review drawing packages with engineering and manufacturing teams to support manufacturability, efficiency, and clarity.
• Visit shipyards and waterfront sites as needed to verify configurations and take measurements.

Requirements

• 2+ years of drafting experience in a mechanical, shipbuilding, or marine manufacturing environment.
• Hands-on proficiency in 2D and 3D drafting using AutoCAD, including organizing and maintaining drawing layers.
• Solid understanding of marine engineering principles, structural fabrication, and drafting standards.
• Excellent print-reading skills, spatial reasoning, and meticulous attention to detail.
• Strong problem-solving abilities and clear communication with engineering leadership and waterfront trades.
• Ability to work independently while maintaining strong coordination with the team.
• Must be a US citizen and able to obtain and maintain a Public Trust security clearance.
• An associate’s or bachelor’s degree or diploma in Marine Engineering, Naval Architecture, Mechanical Drafting, or a related technical field is preferred but not required.

Nice to have

• Familiarity with ShipConstructor, Rhino, or Navisworks.
• Experience working directly with maritime regulatory bodies and classification societies such as ABS, USCG, and SOLAS.
• Experience with commercial marine standards.
• Experience using AVEVA, Cadmatic, Foran, CMPIC, SKM, or other ship design software.

Culture & Benefits

• Remote work arrangement with occasional site visits and travel.
• Benefits are available; details are provided in the general benefits information.
• Mission-driven environment supporting defense, intelligence, and federal civilian agencies.
• Focus on accountable, engaging, and innovation-oriented work.
• Opportunities for professional development and growth.