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Job Title: Drafting Technician
Company Name: KBR
Location: Columbia, MD United States
Position Type: Full Time
Post Date: 01/23/2026
Expire Date: 02/22/2026
Job Categories: Computers, Software, Government and Policy, Information Technology
Job Description
Drafting Technician

Title:

Drafting Technician

KBR is seeking a competent Person Who Will Work closely withEngineers, Designers, and mechanical personnel to prepare various manufacturing layout drawings, electrical drawings, schematics, illustrations, three-dimensional models, and other types of drawings required for technical documentation.

Uses broad knowledge of mechanical and electrical devices, engineering mathematics, manufacturing methods, and related drafting practices to develop equipment, accessory fabrication, and assembly drawings within established dimensional and weight limits. Performs engineering design work in interpreting available designs others have prepared or completing missing design details.

Completes technical drawings using 2D & 3D CAD based upon familiarity with the construction and functions of equipment and utilizing knowledge of electronic circuits, controls, and components.

Completes the most complex and challenging designs and layouts for complete systems and components of a project.

Checks drawings for compliance with engineering requirements and drafting standards related to dimensional tolerances and design layout of form, fit, and function. Provides guidance on resolving technical issues associated with drawing content and presentationcoordinates drafting resources on program projects.

Provides production CAD support and organizes the CAD environment.

Develops, implements, and enforces department CAD standards based on department requirements and current industry practices. Develops and manages drafting processes, including product lifecycle definition and management, document/revision control, technical drawing libraries, and CAD tools.

Qualifications:

  • Five (5) years of mechanical drawing, computer-aided design, and illustrative design or commercial art experience.

  • Two (2) years experience with AutoCAD v14 or later.

  • Two (2) years of experience preparing and revising drawings, schematics, logic diagrams, and block diagrams.

  • Training in Graphics Arts, Industrial Design, or Engineering Design.

  • Must have or be able to obtain a Secret Clearance

  • Two (2) years experience with Autodesk Inventor 2019 version or later.

  • Familiar with Autodesk Vault (CAD data management) software.

Basic Compensation:

$50,000 to $70,000

This range is for the Maryland area only.

The offered rate will be based on the selected candidates knowledge, skills, abilities and/or experience and in consideration of internal parity.

Additional Compensation:

KBR may offer bonuses, commissions, or other forms of compensation to certain job titles or levels per internal policy or contractual designation. Additional compensation may be in the form of a sign-on bonus, relocation benefits, short-term incentives, long-term incentives, or discretionary payments for exceptional performance.

Ready to Make a Difference?

If youre excited about making a significant impact in the field of space defense and working on projects that matter, we encourage you to apply and join our team at KBR. Let's shape the future together.

KBR Benefits

KBR offers a selection of competitive lifestyle benefits, including a 401 (k) plan with company match, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D, flexible spending account, disability, paid time off, or flexible work schedule. We support career advancement through professional training and development.

Belong, Connect and Grow at KBR

At KBR, we are passionate about our people and our Zero Harm culture. These inform all that we do and are at the heart of our commitment to, and ongoing journey toward being a People First company. That commitment is central to our team of teams philosophy and fosters an environment where everyone can Belong, Connect and Grow. We Deliver Together.

KBR is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

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