Drafter / CAD Operator

About INDUS

INDUS is a 100% employee-owned government services provider delivering engineering, IT, cybersecurity, program management, logistics, and data analytics solutions to federal customers.

Our people are at the heart of everything we do! We foster a culture of teamwork, support, and growth, investing in our employees from day one through mentorship, training, and professional development. Together, we deliver exceptional service to our customers and make a meaningful impact in the communities we serve.

About the Role

The Drafter / CAD Operator develops and maintains technical installation drawings using computer-aided design (CAD) software to support Navy shore-based Command, Control, Communications, Computers, and Intelligence (C4I) systems. This role supports engineering teams by preparing accurate installation documentation, conducting site surveys, and ensuring drawings meet applicable Navy standards to support successful system installations and integration.

This is a contingent position for anticipated future opportunities, subject to contract award or funding approval.

What You'll Do

• Support Systems Engineers and Senior AutoCAD specialists with Installation Requirements Drawings (IRD), Installation Design Plans (IDP), and As-Built drawings.
  • Specific tasking includes: Support IRD, IDP, and As-Built drawing development.
• Review IRDs, IDPs, and As-Builts to ensure compliance with applicable standards (SIPH and IRD).
• Conduct IDP and IRD reviews to ensure hardware installations are documented in detail and provide necessary guidance for a successful installation.
• Conduct surveys of shore sites in support of drawing development efforts.
• Provide guidance to other IRD and IDP developers and reviewers in formal and informal settings; and compile and distribute installation lessons learned related to shore engineering drawing packages to benefit future shore installations.
• Be responsible to various data calls to provide requested information, including research, gathering, sorting, and presentation.
• Bid and proposal support if requested.
• Other duties as assigned.

What We're Looking For

Required Qualifications:

• An active secret clearance is required to be considered for this position.
• HS Diploma required.
• One (1) year of experience in creating AutoCAD drawings such as network interconnectivity diagrams, floor plans, elevations, building plans, landscapes, maps, electrical, electronic and mechanical details.
• Experience updating existing AutoCAD drawing "red lines" to current state.
• Requires organization skills including the ability to communicate complex ideas visually.
• Ability to apply basic math skills to compute scaling and formulas.
• Ability to read, understand, and interpret technical documents.
• Ability to perform job duties under deadlines/scheduling commitments.
• Must possess basic computer literacy and data entry skills.
• Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (to include MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.).
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated problem-solving skills.
• Must possess strong time management skills.
• Must be able to work in a fast-paced, changing, and challenging environment.
• Travel Required ~10% travel required.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship, now or at any time in the future.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited university in engineering or a related technical field is desired.
• Experience with the following is desired:
  • SPAWAR Shore Installation Handbook version 4.1
  • Installation Database (SPIDER and IMO Tracker)
  • SPAWAR 4.2 Formatting checklist version 4.1
  • FRCB standards and processes
  • Military training and background in Advanced Electronics fields.
  • Familiarity with networking diagrams, concepts, and components.

Work Environment and Physical Requirements

• Must be able to remain seated in a stationary position 50% of the time. Must also be able to alternate between sitting, standing, and walking.

Compensation and Benefits

The expected base pay range for this position is $25.12 – $33.00 per hour. INDUS offers a competitive compensation and benefits package, including our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), 401(k) with employer match, and comprehensive health benefits. We also invest in employee growth through professional development funding, education reimbursement, and online learning opportunities. Employees may also be eligible for performance bonuses and other rewards.

Individual compensation is determined by job-related factors, including relevant experience, qualifications, education, certifications, and alignment with the position's requirements. INDUS also considers internal pay equity and industry benchmarks to support fair and competitive compensation.

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Equal Employment Opportunity

INDUS is proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a welcoming, diverse, and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, marital status, genetics, age, veteran status or any other applicable legally protected status or characteristic.