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True Anomaly

Mechanical CAD Drafter (Staff or Principal)

True Anomaly · Denver, CO or Long Beach, CA

Posted about 3 months ago · $43.50-$72.00

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Is this posting real?

This role has been open
81 days
True Anomaly's roles stay open a median of 81 days
Reposted
No
Salary listed
Yes
95% of True Anomaly's roles list one
Ghost-job risk at True Anomaly
high
179 stale, 4 reposted of 183 open
Hiring momentum
220 roles opened in the last 90 days
↑ up vs. the prior 90 days
Last confirmed on the employer's board
2026-10-23

Measured from postings appearing on and disappearing from True Anomaly's own greenhouse board since 2026-08-03. Full hiring picture for True Anomaly.

About this role

As a Mechanical CAD Drafter at True Anomaly, you will create precise, production-ready drawings and documentation for spacecraft hardware, including flight components and ground support equipment. You will collaborate with engineers to ensure designs meet quality standards and support all phases of spacecraft development. The role involves leading drawing package development, mentoring junior drafters, and ensuring compliance with engineering requirements and GD&T standards.

Our read on this posting3.6out of 5
benefits
3/5
freshness
1/5
career value
4/5
role clarity
5/5
pay transparency
5/5

Scored from the posting itself — how clearly the role is described, how much it says about pay and benefits, and how recently it was listed. Not a judgement of True Anomaly as an employer.

What you need

  • 10+ years of professional experience in mechanical drafting for a Staff hire; 12+ years for a Principal hire
  • Expert-level knowledge of mechanical GD&T principles
  • Proficiency in NX (Siemens) for drawing creation; SolidWorks experience is acceptable
  • Deep familiarity with manufacturing processes
  • Demonstrated experience leading drawing efforts across multiple concurrent programs
  • Strong communicator with the ability to interface effectively across engineering, manufacturing, quality, and program management functions

Nice to have

  • Extensive experience supporting spacecraft, satellite, or defense hardware programs
  • Experience defining or improving drafting standards and drawing template libraries
  • Deep familiarity with configuration management and PLM systems
  • Expert knowledge of relevant aerospace drawing and documentation standards
  • Experience leading drawing package preparation for major program milestones

What you get

  • 100% company-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your dependents
  • Flexible Time Off (FTO) for exempt employees, accrued PTO of up to 25 days for non-exempt employees, plus 12 paid holidays
  • Parental Leave; Sick Leave
  • Daily catered lunch and unlimited snacks for in-office employees
  • 401(k) retirement plan, fitness reimbursement, and Dog Fridays
  • Equity participation as part of total compensation

Worth weighing

  • This position is non-exempt and eligible for overtime
  • Work location is fully onsite, which may limit flexibility
  • Physical demands may include frequent standing, sitting, walking, bending, and lifting or carrying items up to 20lbs
  • Active U.S. security clearance or ability to obtain one is required

Summarised from True Anomaly's posting. Read the full original.

Listed by True Anomaly on their greenhouse job board, last confirmed open on 2026-10-23. PitchMeAI is not the employer.

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