About CFD Research: Since its inception in 1987, CFD Research has delivered innovative technology solutions within the Aerospace Defense, Biomedical Life Sciences, Intelligence Sensing, and Energy Materials industries. CFD Research has earned multiple national awards for successful application and commercialization of innovative component/system technology prototypes, multi-physics simulation software, multi-disciplinary analyses, and expert support services. Based in Huntsville, Alabama where laboratory facilities and headquarters are located, CFD Research also has office and laboratory facilities in Dayton, Ohio, prototyping test and evaluation facilities in Hollywood, Alabama, and office facilities in Fort Walton Beach, Florida.

CFD Research is an ISO9001:AS9100D registered company and is appraised at CMMI Level II for Services. CFD Research is a 100% ESOP (employee-owned company) recognized in Inc. Magazine's Inc5000 as a top growing company for four of the last five years.

com CFD Research Corporation is seeking a CAD Technician to join our team and play a key role in supporting the design, development, and integration of complex systems for our customers. This position is a new role that will support a growing team of engineers and technicians and will focus on detailed CAD modeling, drawing creation, and documentation in support of technology development programs designed and prototyped at our new Hollywood, Alabama Engineering Test Center, located a short distance from our Headquarters in Huntsville AL. com/hollywood/ The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience supporting engineering tasks related to concept development, detailed design, fabrication, and prototyping of hardware.

A key challenge for this role will be facilitating effective communication between the engineering design team and the production/prototyping facility by generating accurate models, drawings, and technical documentation. Previous experience working in an AS9100 or similar regulated manufacturing environment is preferred. The candidate should be comfortable interacting with engineers, technicians, and other stakeholders, including government customers.

This position requires a detail-oriented individual with a practical, common-sense approach to CAD design and a strong understanding of how designs translate to fabrication and prototyping.

Qualifications

: Candidate must be a US Citizen and meet eligibility to obtain (and maintain) a Secret Clearance Requires a High School Diploma, with an Associate’s Degree or Technical Certification in CAD, Drafting, Mechanical Design, or a related discipline preferred, and 3–5 years of relevant experience.

: Familiarity with AS9100 or ISO-based quality systems Experience generating and maintaining Technical Data Packages (TDPs) Experience with ASME standards and GD T Experience supporting prototype builds and incorporating redlines or as-built updates Exposure to aerospace or defense hardware Experience working with or around CNC machining and prototyping equipment Location: This ind ividual will work onsite in Hollywood, AL. Candidate must be a US Citizen and possess the ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance.

Benefits

: CFD Research offers competitive salaries and excellent employee

, including an employer matching 401(k) and Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).