Overview:
The Electrical Designer/Drafter I is an entry-level position that supports electrical design and drafting efforts for United States Navy submarine programs and Unmanned Underwater Vehicles (UUV)s. Under the guidance of senior design personnel, the Electrical Designer/Drafter I develops and updates technical drawings, conducts ship checks, and assists with submarine electrical design documentation in accordance with U.S. Navy and company standards. This role offers a clear pathway to advancement into Electrical Designer II and higher-level engineering support positions through hands-on experience, training, and demonstrated performance.
Responsibilities:
- Research submarine construction using ship construction drawings, specifications, and technical documentation.
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Develop 2D electrical cabling diagrams, system interface diagrams and wiring tables in accordance with applicable standards.
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Perform analysis on submarine electrical power distribution systems and perform voltage drop and load balancing calculations.
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Develop, update, and maintain Lists of Material (LOM).
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Apply basic electrical engineering and drafting principles to support design solutions.
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Conduct ship checks on United States Navy submarines to collect field data and verify existing configurations.
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Update and revise drawings using redline input from senior Designer/Drafter personnel.
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Perform self-checks of drawings and models to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance prior to submittal.
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Participate in internal design reviews and incorporate review comments into assigned drawings.
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Maintain organized electronic design files and adhere to configuration management and document control processes.
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Communicate effectively with engineers, designers, and program team members to clarify design intent and task requirements.
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Track assigned tasks, meet scheduled deliverables, and provide status updates to senior design staff or project leaders.
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Follow company quality management system (QMS) procedures and support continuous improvement efforts.
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Comply with all safety, security, export control, and confidentiality requirements when working in office, shipyard, and onboard environments.
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Qualifications:
- U.S. Citizenship
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Ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Defense (DoD) Secret Clearance (paid for and sponsored by AMERICAN SYSTEMS upon hire)
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Associate’s degree in electronic engineering technology or other Electrical/Electronic related 2-year degree program.
Experience
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Autodesk AutoCAD® or similar 2D drafting software is desired but not required.
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Microsoft Office Software products to include Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint.
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Technical Skills
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Basic understanding of electrical/electronic engineering principles.
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Basic Circuit Design and Analysis
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Understanding of Electrical Power and Data Network Systems
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Ability to read and interpret electrical/electronic specifications and technical drawings.
Physical Requirements
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Physically capable of conducting ship checks aboard United States Navy submarines.
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Comfortable working in confined spaces.
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Ability to climb vertical ladders ranging from 20 to 25 feet unassisted.
Work Environment
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Work may be performed in offices, shipyards, and onboard submarine environments.
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May require travel to Navy facilities and shipyards (estimated 5-10% of time).
Pay Transparency Statement: AMERICAN SYSTEMS is committed to pay transparency for our applicants and employee-owners. The salary range for this position is USD $25.00/Hr. - USD $28/Hr. Actual compensation will be determined based on several factors permitted by law. AMERICAN SYSTEMS provides for the welfare of its employees and their dependents through a comprehensive benefits program by offering healthcare benefits, paid leave, retirement plans, insurance programs, and education and training assistance. EEO Statement: EEO Race/Sex/Disability Status/Veteran Status
