AMERICAN SYSTEMS

Electrical Designer/Drafter II

Location US-VA-McLean
ID 2026-4967
Category
Engineering
Position Type
Full-Time
Remote
No
Clearance Required
Secret

Overview

AMERICAN SYSTEMS is an employee-owned federal government contractor supporting national priority programs through our strategic solutions in the areas of Information Technology, Test & Evaluation, Program Mission Support, Engineering & Analysis, and Training.

 

The Electrical Designer/Drafter II is a position that supports electrical design and drafting efforts for United States Navy submarine programs and Unmanned Underwater Vehicles (UUV)s. Under the guidance of senior design personnel, the Electrical Designer/Drafter II develops and updates technical drawings, conducts ship checks, and assists with submarine electrical design documentation in accordance with U.S. Navy and company standards. This role offers a clear pathway to advancement into Electrical Designer III and higher-level engineering support positions through hands-on experience, training, and demonstrated performance.

 

This position is 100% Onsite

Responsibilities

  • Research submarine construction using ship construction drawings, specifications, and technical documentation.
  • Develop 2D electrical cabling diagrams, system interface diagrams and wiring tables in accordance with applicable standards.
  • Perform analysis on submarine electrical power distribution systems and perform voltage drop and load balancing calculations.
  • Develop, update, and maintain Lists of Material (LOM).
  • Apply basic electrical engineering and drafting principles to support design solutions.
  • Conduct ship checks on United States Navy submarines to collect field data and verify existing configurations.
  • Update and revise drawings using redline input from senior Designer/Drafter personnel.
  • Perform self-checks of drawings and models to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance prior to submittal.
  • Participate in internal design reviews and incorporate review comments into assigned drawings.
  • Maintain organized electronic design files and adhere to configuration management and document control processes.
  • Communicate effectively with engineers, designers, and program team members to clarify design intent and task requirements.
  • Track assigned tasks, meet scheduled deliverables, and provide status updates to senior design staff or project leaders.
  • Follow company quality management system (QMS) procedures and support continuous improvement efforts.
  • Comply with all safety, security, export control, and confidentiality requirements when working in office, shipyard, and onboard environments.

Qualifications

  • U.S. Citizenship.
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a Department of War (DoW) Secret Clearance.
  • Associate’s degree in electronic engineering technology or other Electrical/Electronic related 2-year degree program. Additional years of experience accepted in leiu of degree
  • At least 2 years of experience in Autodesk AutoCAD® or similar 2D drafting software
  • Basic understanding of electrical/electronic engineering principles.
  • Basic Circuit Design and Analysis
  • Understanding of Electrical Power and Data Network Systems
  • Ability to read and interpret electrical/electronic specifications and technical drawings.
  • Physically capable of conducting ship checks aboard United States Navy submarines.
  • Comfortable working in confined spaces.
  • Ability to climb vertical ladders ranging from 20 to 25 feet unassisted.
  • Work may be performed in offices, shipyards, and onboard submarine environments.
  • May require travel to Navy facilities and shipyards (estimated 5-10% of time).

Pay Transparency Statement

AMERICAN SYSTEMS is committed to pay transparency for our applicants and employee-owners. The salary range for this position is USD $25.35/Hr. - USD $31/Hr. Actual compensation will be determined based on several factors permitted by law. AMERICAN SYSTEMS provides for the welfare of its employees and their dependents through a comprehensive benefits program by offering healthcare benefits, paid leave, retirement plans, insurance programs, and education and training assistance.

EEO Statement

EEO Race/Sex/Disability Status/Veteran Status

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