CAD Designer

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS: (REQUIRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE)3+ years of dedicated CAD design experience specifically focused on machining fixtures, workholding, or precision tooling within the aerospace, defense, or high-precision manufacturing sectors. Technical Mastery: Advanced proficiency in SOLIDWORKS (CSWP or CSWE certification preferred). Expert knowledge of ASME Y14.5 GD&T standards and drafting best practices. Strong working knowledge of conventional and CNC machining operations (milling, turning, wire EDM, grinding) and tooling materials (aluminum, tool steels, stainless, invar, plastics). Demonstrated understanding of workholding mechanics, kinematic location principles (3-2-1 rule), and clamping forces. POSITION RESPONSIBILITIESThe CAD Tooling & Fixture Designer develops high-precision machining fixtures, assembly tooling, workholding devices, and specialized manufacturing aids for complex aerospace and defense flight components. Utilizing SOLIDWORKS, this role transforms concept sketches and engineering specifications into full detailed, production-ready 3D models and manufacturing drawings. The ideal candidate possesses deep expertise in Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T per ASME Y14.5), Design for Manufacturability (DFM), and practical machine shop workholding principles.

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REQUIRED EDUCATION: Accredited Associate Degree in Computer-Aided Drafting/Design (CADD), Mechanical Engineering Technology, or equivalent trade school degree combined with practical experience (BS in Mechanical Engineering preferred). WORK HOURSFull-Time ADDITIONAL INFORMATIONCandidates responding to this posting must currently possess the eligibility to work in the United States. No third parties please. For more information, please apply or contact: Anthony Ho 800.927.9318 x256anthony.ho@chiptonross.com Chipton-Ross provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by Federal, State or local law. This policy governs all areas of employment at Chipton-Ross, including recruiting, hiring, training, assignment, promotions, compensation, benefits, discipline, and terminations.