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Job Title: Principal CAD Engineer (Sr. Designer)
Company Name: General Dynamics IT
Location: Pawcatuck, CT
Position Type: Full Time
Post Date: 04/03/2026
Expire Date: 05/05/2026
Job Categories: Engineering, Information Technology
Job Description
Principal CAD Engineer (Sr. Designer)

PRINCIPAL CAD ENGINEER

Contribute to the strategic direction of the business and support impactful mission outcomes as a Principal CAD Engineer at GDIT. Here, youll enable the success of the most critical government missions and the growth of a meaningful career in Construction and Support.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIES
Create 3D models and detail 2D production drawings of mechanical, electrical and structural naval systems. Proficiency in Autodesk Inventor and AutoCAD is preferred.
Familiar with military specifications (MIL-SPECS) and NAVSEA standards to develop technical data packages.

Collaborate with customers, engineers and production personnel to optimize design and support production.

Conduct feasibility studies and risk assessments to prevent possible design problems.
Prepare for and participate in customer meetings and design reviews.

Manage the impact of design changes across models, drawings and bills of materials (BOM) to maintain configuration control.
Conduct ship checks on Navy vessels to gather data and verify existing configurations. Ability to access confined spaces and climb ladders.
Mentor junior designers and drafters, review their work and ensure drawing standards are met.

WHAT YOULL NEED TO SUCCEED
Bring your initiative and drive for innovation to GDIT. The Principal CAD Engineer must have:
Education: Bachelors of Science or equivalent
Experience: 15+ years of related experience
Security clearance level: Secret
US citizenship required

GDIT IS YOUR PLACE
At GDIT, the mission is our purpose, and our people are at the center of everything we do.
Growth: AI-powered career tool that identifies career steps and learning opportunities
Support: An internal mobility team focused on helping you achieve your career goals
Rewards: Comprehensive benefits and wellness packages, 401K with company match, and competitive pay and paid time off
Community: Award-winning culture of innovation and a military-friendly workplace

OWN YOUR OPPORTUNITY
Explore a career at GDIT and youll find endless opportunities to grow alongside colleagues who share your ambition to deliver your best work.

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Company Name: General Dynamics IT
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