Drafter

Odyssey Systems Consulting Group, Ltd.

Niceville, Florida

JOB DETAILS
JOB TYPE
Full-time
SKILLS
3D Modeling, Air Force, Business Operations, CAD (Computer-Aided Design) Software, CAD/CAM (Computer-Aided Design/Computer-Aided Manufacturing), CADD (Computer-Aided Design and Drafting), Detail Oriented, Documentation, Ecosystems, Funding, Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing, Illustrating Ability, Interpersonal Skills, Manufacturing, Metal Manufacturing, Military, Military Operations, Product Design, Production Support, Quality Assurance, Requirements Management, Secret Clearance, Solid Edge, Solid Modeling, SolidWorks, Source Code/Configuration Management (SCM), System Integration (SI), Team Player, Technical Support, Technical/Engineering Design, United States Citizen, Willing to Travel
LOCATION
Niceville, Florida
POSTED
10 days ago
Position Summary:

Odyssey has an exciting opportunity for a Journeyman Drafter supporting the Air Force Life Cycle Management Center Attack Division (AFLCMC/EBD) at Eglin AFB, FL

 

This role is responsible for advising and assisting in computer aided design and drafting, supporting the development, updating, revision control, and maintenance of detailed Technical Data Packages (TDPs) required for manufacturing and quality assurance of weapons systems and related support equipment. The role includes converting two-dimensional drawing packages to solid models and applying in-depth experience in geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T).

Responsibilities:

Duties include, but not limited to: 

  • Provide expertise in computer‑aided design and drafting to support engineering and manufacturing needs.
  • Assist in developing, updating, maintaining, and controlling revisions of detailed Technical Data Packages (TDPs) required for manufacturing and quality assurance.
  • Convert 2D drawing packages into accurate 3D solid models, including intricate castings, machined features, gears, and complex assemblies.
  • Apply advanced knowledge of geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T) to all drawings and models.
  • Collaborate with architects and engineers to collect product requirements and design information.
  • Calculate dimensions, weight limits, and material requirements to support engineering decisions.
  • Document and describe production methods and processes, including equipment and software used.
  • Produce detailed technical designs using CAD software.
  • Develop diagrams, layouts, maps, and workflow illustrations to support engineering and production activities.
  • Prepare and review sketches, collaborating with engineering teams to refine concepts.
  • Identify potential operational or design issues and propose improvements to enhance product functionality.
Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications

Citizenship: Must be a US citizen

Clearance: Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret clearance

Education and experience:

  • Associates degree and 5 years of relevant experience
  • Working knowledge SolidWorks, Solid Edge, or other 3D CAD software

Preferred Qualifications

  • Current Secret clearance

Technical Skills

  • CAD drafting and detailed design development

  • TDP development, maintenance, and revision control

  • 2D-to-3D conversion and solid modeling

  • Modeling complex parts and assemblies

  • GD&T application

  • Knowledge and experience with military support equipment and/or metals fabrication/finishing highly desired

Interpersonal Skills

  • Ability to work with architects and engineers to gather requirements

  • Strong attention to detail supporting QA/manufacturing documentation

  • Ability to collaborate with engineering teams during design reviews

Additional Information

Location: Eglin AFB, FL

Travel: Minimal travel may be required per the customer's discretion (estimated 5%)

Work Environment: Onsite

 

9/80 work schedule option may be available

 

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Company Overview:

Odyssey is a world-class technical, engineering, and integration company serving the warfighting ecosystem with airborne integration, ISR, C2, and warfighter readiness capabilities. Odyssey meets the military’s operational needs by integrating layered defense systems from equipment, technology, and services to data, information, and business operations. We streamline defense acquisition and sustainment, engineering the technical battlefield with domain-specific proficiency to ensure lethality. Odyssey is dedicated to excellent contract execution, peak organizational performance, and fostering a workplace built on employee care.

 

Odyssey is proud to live out our core values of commitment, ambition, and respect in our work and communities through OdysseyCares, a philanthropic group focused on giving back through direct donations, an employer match program, and volunteering events.

 

Please note: Final compensation for this position will be determined by various factors such as the Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant work experience, specific skills and competencies, geographic location, education, and certifications.

 

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

About the Company

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Odyssey Systems Consulting Group, Ltd.

Established in 1997, Odyssey Systems Consulting Group, Ltd. is a leading provider of management, analytical, and technical support services for government and private-sector customers. Odyssey delivers innovative solutions in response to complex and challenging customer requirements.

Our portfolio of successful projects demonstrates our ability to efficiently plan, staff, and manage efforts of all scopes and sizes. Our employees provide tailored functional expertise in technology, engineering, and management principles. We offer vast experience in acquisition strategy development and document generation; source selection support; cost, schedule, and performance management; systems engineering and analysis; risk management; cost/benefit and earned value analysis; computer-based training development; communication planning and operations; and lifecycle sustainment and product support. Odyssey also offers research and acquisition support services to the DoD medical domain, leading DoD medical mission support through several prime services contracts.

A six-time Inc. 5000 honoree, Odyssey has earned recognition on the 2019 Inc. 5000 as one of the most successful companies in America. In Inc.’s annual guide to the 5,000 fastest-growing privately held companies in the U.S., we were ranked #162 in the Government Services category, delivering a wide range of services to DoD customers and beyond.

COMPANY SIZE
1,000 to 1,499 employees
INDUSTRY
Aerospace and Defense
EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
Paid Sick Days, Parking, Professional Development, 401K, Employee Referral Program, Flexible Spending Accounts, Employee Events, Retirement / Pension Plans, Tuition Reimbursement, Life Insurance, Military Leave, On Site Cafeteria
FOUNDED
1997
WEBSITE
http://www.odysseyconsult.com