Drafter / CAD Technician

Description

Drafter / CAD Technician

ActoNet is seeking a Drafter / Computer-Aided Design (CAD) Technician to support a Department of War Laboratory Revitalization Assessment and Installation Design Plan (IDP) development effort. This role is responsible for producing high-quality, SIPH-compliant Installation Design Plan drawings for each laboratory space based on validated field data and engineering direction.

The Drafter works closely with the Project Manager and Systems Engineer/Subject Matter Expert (SME) to translate survey results, system inventories, and engineering analyses into accurate, configuration-controlled design packages. This position plays a key role in documenting existing conditions and proposed infrastructure layouts to support DoW revitalization and transition planning for the future headquarters facility..

This position may perform work on-site and/or remotely, with on-site coordination required during survey and validation phases as needed.

Target Salary - $90,000 or $44/hr

Responsibilities

• Develops SIPH-compliant Installation Design Plan (IDP) drawing packages for each laboratory space, incorporating layouts, LAN diagrams, RF and antenna diagrams, antenna platform drawings, and supporting details.
• Produces 30%, 60%, and 100% IDP drawing sets in accordance with project milestones and Government review requirements.
• Incorporates field survey data, redlines, photographs, and engineering guidance into accurate as-found and design drawings.
• Updates and revises drawings based on Systems Engineer/SME direction and Government comments, maintaining strict configuration control.
• Supports development of laboratory layouts showing equipment placement, rack configurations, power interfaces, and connectivity paths.
• Assists with preparation of drawing legends, notes, symbols, and layer standards to ensure consistency across all IDP packages.
• Participates in QA/QC reviews to verify drawing accuracy, completeness, and alignment with supporting technical documentation.
• Supports comment resolution by clearly identifying and addressing Government review comments within revised drawing packages.

Required Qualifications

• Active DoW Secret Clearance
• Associate’s degree or technical certification in drafting, CAD, engineering technology, or a related discipline, or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of three years of experience producing technical drawings for DoD or federal engineering projects.
• Demonstrated experience developing SIPH-compliant drawings and documentation is required.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD or equivalent CAD software.
• Ability to interpret field data, redlines, and engineering direction to produce accurate design drawings.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple drawing packages concurrently.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting DoD facilities, laboratories, or technical infrastructure projects.
• Familiarity with Installation Design Plans (IDPs), as-built drawings, and configuration-controlled engineering deliverables.
• Experience developing LAN, RF, and antenna-related drawings.
• Knowledge of Navy laboratory environments, infrastructure standards, and documentation practices.
• Ability to work closely with engineers and technicians during survey-driven design efforts.

ActioNet is an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.