Sr Mechanical Drafter

Posted 5 Days Ago
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2 Locations
In-Office
60K-85K Annually
Senior level
Aerospace
The Role
Drafts detailed manufacturing drawings and work instructions for aerospace and defense electronics enclosures and operator consoles. Responsibilities include mechanical system design, analysis, optimization, feasibility studies, experimentation, prototyping, testing, troubleshooting, engineering documentation, and manufacturing support. The role also provides technical guidance, directs technicians, supports root-cause investigations, and develops practical solutions to complex mechanical engineering challenges.
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Mechanical Drafter


At Curtiss Wright Defense Solutions, we specialize in in the design, engineering and manufacturing of components/systems for the aerospace and defense sectors. Our facility in Monsey, NY has a focus on electrical units and housings for navy applications.


Under general supervision of the Engineering Manager or a senior peer, the Mechanical Drafter is responsible for drafting  detailed manufacturing drawings  and work instructions for electronics enclosures and operator consoles for the Defense Industry.


Location: Monsey, NY


Salary Range: $60,000 - $85,000

Please note that the salary range information provided is a general guideline only, reflecting a position based in New York. Criteria such as the candidate’s qualifications and relevant experience, the scope of the specific position, as well as market and business considerations will be evaluated when extending an offer.

We Take Care of Our People

Paid Time Off I 401K with Employer Match and Profit Sharing I Health and Wellness Benefits I Learning and Development Opportunities I Referral Program I Competitive Pay I Recognition I Employee Stock Purchase Plan I Inclusive & Supportive Culture *


Your Challenge

  • Lead the design, analysis, and optimization of mechanical systems, equipment, and machinery to improve efficiency, safety, quality, and cost effectiveness.
  • Plan and execute feasibility studies and structured experiments, including data collection, analysis, reconciliation of predicted versus actual performance, and preparation of technical reports.
  • Direct support personnel in detailed design, prototype fabrication, installation, debugging, and testing activities to validate mechanical solutions and ensure manufacturability.
  • Develop and maintain engineering documentation, maintenance procedures, safety standards, and presentation materials to support solution visibility and operational readiness.
  • Provide senior-level technical guidance for equipment maintenance, root-cause investigations, and bid responses, developing innovative solutions to complex engineering challenges.

What You Bring

  • Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline.
  • 8–12+ years of progressive mechanical design engineering experience, including hands-on system development, testing, and manufacturing support.
  • Demonstrated expertise in mechanical system design, analysis, prototyping, and troubleshooting.
  • Strong capability in experiment design, data interpretation, and resolving discrepancies between modeled and actual results.
  • Experience directing technicians or support teams in fabrication, testing, or equipment installation.
  • Proficiency with CAD tools, engineering documentation practices, and mechanical testing methods.
  • Strong communication and presentation skills for cross-functional and customer-facing interactions.
  • Ability to develop innovative, practical solutions to complex technical problems.

Curtiss-Wright 901D business in Monsey NY is a Defense Contractor; U.S. Citizenship or U.S. Person status is required for this position.

This position may require exposure to information subject to U.S. export control regulations under the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) or the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). All applicants must be U.S. persons within the meaning of U.S. regulations.


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No unsolicited agency submittals please.  Agency partners must be invited to participate in a search by our Talent Acquisition Team and have signed terms in place prior to any submittal.  Resumes submitted directly to any Curtiss-Wright employee or affiliate will not qualify for fee payment, and therefore become the property of Curtiss-Wright.  

Compliance Statement

This position may require exposure to export-controlled information and subject to additional security screening.  In the event information provided during the security screening reveals ineligibility to access export-controlled information, any offer of employment may be reconsidered or withdrawn. 

Curtiss-Wright is an equal opportunity employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, sexual orientation, gender identity, physical or mental disability, age, ancestry, legally protected medical condition, family care status, marital status, religion, veteran status, national origin, or any other legally protected status. If you require accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact Talent Acquisition.

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If you require accommodation due to a disability at any time during the recruitment and/or assessment process, please contact Talent Acquisition and we will make all reasonable efforts to accommodate your request.

Skills Required

  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline
  • 8-12+ years of progressive mechanical design engineering experience
  • Hands-on experience with mechanical system development, testing, and manufacturing support
  • Expertise in mechanical system design, analysis, prototyping, and troubleshooting
  • Experience designing experiments, interpreting data, and resolving discrepancies between modeled and actual results
  • Experience directing technicians or support teams in fabrication, testing, or equipment installation
  • Proficiency with CAD tools, engineering documentation practices, and mechanical testing methods
  • Strong communication and presentation skills
  • Ability to develop innovative, practical solutions to complex technical problems
  • U.S. citizenship or U.S. person status
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The Company
HQ: Charlotte, NC
5,500 Employees

What We Do

Curtiss-Wright Corporation is a diversified, multinational provider of highly engineered, technologically advanced products and services. We are the corporate descendants of the Wright brothers, the fathers of flight, and Mr. Glenn Curtiss, the father of naval aviation. In 1929, the companies founded by these three great aviation pioneers merged to form the largest aircraft company at the time, Curtiss-Wright Corporation. Today, we design and manufacture highly engineered, advanced technologies that perform critical functions in demanding conditions in the commercial, industrial, defense, and energy markets, and have operations in the United States, the United Kingdom, Canada, and internationally. We are listed on the New York Stock Exchange and trade under the symbol CW.

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