Senior CAD Designer
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SalaryNo pay range posted
LocationEl Segundo, CA
Work modeon-site
Typefull-time
SenioritySenior
Experience5+ yrs
DepartmentEngineering, Mechanical
EquityIncluded
Company size501–1,000 people
PostedSep 23, 2026 · 1mo ago
Verified live23h ago
At a glanceSummarised by Seekless from the posting.
Technical degree in Mechanical Engineering Technology or similar, or 4 years of additional relevant experience if no degree
Minimum of 5 years of experience as a CAD Drafter
Proficiency or expert knowledge in using CAD tools
Experience generating and/or modifying product models, drawings, and documentation
Ability to read schematics, assembly drawings, and product specifications
Comfortable with collaboration tools such as MS Teams, Confluence, and Jira
Ability to work well under deadlines
Strong organizational skills
An eye for detail
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Experience with SolidWorks is preferred
Strong mechanical proficiency and general understanding of manufacturing (CNC, 3D printing, etc.) and mechanical assembly techniques
Knowledge of applicable government and industry standards including ASME Y14.5 and ASME Y14.100, and its application techniques
Previous experience in supporting the design of electronic packages, ground structures, mechanisms, and/or composite structures
Aerospace or automotive electronics design experience
Must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, conditional resident, asylee or refugee, or eligible to obtain required authorizations from U.S. Department of State
Skills
SolidWorks
MS Teams
Confluence
Jira
Benefits
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
HSA
FSA
Life insurance
Disability insurance
Retirement plan
Stock options
Legal
Please Note: To conform with the United States Government Space Technology Export Regulations, the applicant must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., conditional resident, asylee or refugee (protected individuals as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.
About the company
At CesiumAstro, we are developers and pioneers of out-of-the-box communication systems for satellites, UAVs, launch vehicles, and other space and airborne platforms. We take pride in our dynamic and cross-functional work environment, which allows us to learn, develop, and engage across our organization. If you are looking for hands-on, interactive, and autonomous work, CesiumAstro is the place for you. We are actively seeking passionate, collaborative, energetic, and forward-thinking individuals to join our team.
About the role
We are looking to add a Senior CAD Designer to our team. If you enjoy working in a startup environment and are passionate about developing leading-edge hardware for satellites, spacecraft, and aerospace systems, we would like to hear from you.
In this role, you will be responsible for a wide range of CAD design assignments in support of the mechanical engineering team including the creation of models and/or drawings from CAD, sketches, notes, and other documentation provided by engineering staff. You will ensure that design documentation complies with the program requirements, organizational processes and industry standards, and will prepare accurate drawings with proper tolerances, dimensions, and instructions.
JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
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Provide CAD drawing support (SolidWorks Drawings) throughout the product development process.
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Generate and/or modify product’s models, drawings, and documentation.
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Identify problems or issues in CAD designs and drawings and provide corrective actions.
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Manage and control mechanical digital data files and drawings.
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Prepare and incorporate engineering change orders.
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Input data and manage hardware structures in a Product Data Management tool (SolidWorks PDM).
JOB REQUIREMENTS AND MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
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Technical degree in Mechanical Engineering Technology or similar, or, if no degree, 4 years of additional relevant experience is required.
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Minimum of 5 years of experience as a CAD Drafter.
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Proficiency or expert knowledge in using CAD tools. Experience with SolidWorks is preferred.
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Experience generating and/or modifying product models, drawings, and documentation.
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Ability to read schematics, assembly drawings, and product specifications.
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Comfortable with collaboration tools such as MS Teams, Confluence, and Jira.
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Ability to work well under deadlines.
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Strong organizational skills.
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An eye for detail.
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Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
PREFERRED EXPERIENCE
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Strong mechanical proficiency and general understanding of manufacturing (CNC, 3D printing, etc.) and mechanical assembly techniques.
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Knowledge of applicable government and industry standards including ASME Y14.5 (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing) and ASME Y14.100 (Engineering Drawing Practices), and its application techniques.
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Previous experience in supporting the design of electronic packages, ground structures, mechanisms, and/or composite structures.
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Aerospace or automotive electronics design experience.
Benefits
CesiumAstro considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, education/training, and key skills. Full-time employment offers include company stock options and a generous benefits package including health, dental, vision, HSA, FSA, life, disability and retirement plans.
CesiumAstro is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected Veteran Status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
Please note: CesiumAstro does not accept unsolicited resumes from contract agencies or search firms. Any unsolicited resumes submitted to our website or to CesiumAstro team members will be considered property of CesiumAstro, and we will not be obligated to pay any referral fees.