Design the Future of Aviation as an Engineering Drafter

Turn innovative engineering concepts into the detailed designs that keep aviation advancing. PDS Tech Commercial is partnering with a leading aviation industry organization to hire an experienced Engineering Drafter in Syracuse, NY. If you're highly skilled in CREO, passionate about precision design, and enjoy collaborating with engineering teams to bring complex products to life, this is an outstanding opportunity to make a meaningful impact on cutting-edge aerospace programs.

Position Details

Job Title: Engineering Drafter

Location: Syracuse, NY

Job Type: Full-Time Contract

Duration: November 16, 2026 – June 11, 2027

Pay Rate: $60.00 per hour

Make an Impact

As an Engineering Drafter, you will play a critical role in transforming engineering concepts into detailed manufacturing and installation drawings. Your work will directly support the design, production, and continuous improvement of products used in the aviation industry. Through your expertise in CAD tools and engineering drafting standards, you'll help ensure designs are accurate, manufacturable, and aligned with quality requirements.

This position offers the opportunity to collaborate closely with engineers while contributing to projects that support innovation, efficiency, and operational excellence.

What You'll Do

Engineering Drawing Development

• Create, revise, and maintain detailed part, assembly, and installation drawings from basic layouts, engineering notes, established references, and discussions with engineers.
  
• Develop complete engineering layouts and production drawings in accordance with standard drafting practices.
  
• Generate detailed specifications for parts, assemblies, and installation requirements.
  
• Ensure drawings are complete, accurate, and ready for manufacturing and implementation.
  

CAD Design & Documentation

• Utilize CREO Parametric to create and modify detailed engineering models and drawings.
  
• Manage and maintain engineering documentation within Windchill/EPDM environments.
  
• Apply appropriate scaling, dimensions, centerlines, reference planes, hidden lines, and section views.
  
• Support configuration control and revision management processes.
  

Product & Manufacturing Support

• Prepare complete production detail drawings that support manufacturing operations.
  
• Contribute design improvements that enhance product quality, manufacturability, and efficiency.
  
• Collaborate with engineering and production teams to resolve design challenges.
  
• Ensure technical drawings comply with engineering standards and project requirements.
  

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Work closely with engineers to interpret design concepts and technical requirements.
  
• Participate in design reviews and drafting revisions.
  
• Support project schedules by delivering accurate documentation within established timelines.
  

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 6+ years of experience using CREO Parametric.
  
• Minimum 6+ years of experience using EPDM/Windchill.
  
• Strong background creating part, assembly, and installation drawings.
  
• Proficiency in engineering drafting principles, geometric dimensioning, and technical documentation.
  
• Experience developing detailed production drawings and engineering layouts.
  
• Ability to interpret engineering documentation, specifications, and design requirements.
  
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to drawing accuracy.
  
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting aerospace, aviation, defense, or advanced manufacturing programs.
  
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes and design-for-manufacturability principles.
  
• Experience contributing to product improvement and engineering change initiatives.
  
• Familiarity with configuration management and product lifecycle management systems.
  
• Associate's degree or technical education in Drafting, Engineering Technology, Mechanical Design, or a related discipline.
  
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative engineering environment.
  

Why Join Us?

At PDS Tech Commercial, we connect talented engineering professionals with industry-leading opportunities that drive innovation and technological advancement. This role offers the chance to work on impactful aviation programs while expanding your expertise in a dynamic engineering environment.

What You'll Gain

• Competitive pay at $60.00 per hour.
  
• Opportunity to support a recognized leader in the aviation industry.
  
• Exposure to advanced engineering, manufacturing, and aerospace technologies.
  
• Collaborative environment where your technical expertise is valued.
  
• Meaningful work that directly contributes to product development and operational success.
  
• Professional growth through challenging projects and cross-functional collaboration.
  
• Dedicated support from the PDS Tech Commercial team throughout your assignment.
  

Your drawings won't just document designs. They will help transform engineering concepts into the products and technologies that power the future of aviation.

Ready to Bring Designs to Life?

If you're an experienced drafter with strong CREO and Windchill expertise and a passion for precision engineering, we want to hear from you.

Apply today and join PDS Tech Commercial as an Engineering Drafter in Syracuse, NY, helping shape the next generation of aviation innovation through exceptional design and technical excellence.



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