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Senior CAD Designer

Join CesiumAstro as a Senior CAD Designer to work on cutting-edge hardware for aerospace systems in a dynamic startup environment.

Location
Westminster, CO
Compensation
Not disclosed
Level
senior
Type
full time

Posted by employer 4 days ago

First seen on Joblaze 3 days ago

Last verified on the company career page 1 day ago

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What you'll build

  • Create models and drawings from CAD, sketches, and notes
  • Ensure design documentation complies with program requirements
  • Prepare accurate drawings with proper tolerances and dimensions

Practical constraints

  • Must be a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident

Requirements

Visa
No sponsorship (stated in posting)

Not disclosed in this posting: compensation, years of experience, work arrangement.

Joblaze summary

The Senior CAD Designer at CesiumAstro plays a crucial role in supporting the mechanical engineering team by creating detailed CAD models and drawings based on various inputs from engineers. Proficiency in CAD software and an understanding of industry standards are essential for ensuring that design documentation meets program requirements. This position is well-suited for individuals with a strong background in CAD design, particularly those who thrive in a startup environment and are comfortable with a diverse range of tasks. CesiumAstro's collaborative culture encourages team members to engage across functions, enhancing the overall design process.

Joblaze insights

  • Listed 3 days ago — first seen on Joblaze September 25, 2026. Last confirmed on CesiumAstro's careers page September 27, 2026.
  • This exact title is also open at 2 other locations at CesiumAstro: Austin, TX, El Segundo, CA.

Quick facts

What seniority level is this role?
CesiumAstro targets senior candidates for this position.
Is this full-time or contract?
Full-time for this Senior CAD Designer role at CesiumAstro.

From the original posting

Please Note: To conform with the United States Government Space Technology Export Regulations, the applicant must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., conditional resident, asylee or refugee (protected individuals as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.   At CesiumAstro, we are developers and pioneers of out-of-the-box communication systems for satellites, UAVs, launch vehicles, and other space and airborne platforms. We take pride in our dynamic and cross-functional work environment, which allows us to learn, develop, and engage across our organization. If you are looking for hands-on, interactive, and autonomous work, CesiumAstro is the place for you. We are actively seeking passionate, collaborative, energetic, and forward-thinking individuals to join our team.   The Skylark product line is focused on the rapid design, build, and test of cutting-edge active phased array antennas (AESA) for terrestrial and airborne applications. Current programs span high-power, large-scale ground terminals for missile defense to commercial airline and helicopter connectivity solutions.   We are looking to add a Senior CAD Designer I to our team. If you are great at what you do, enjoy working in a startup environment, and are passionate about developing leading-edge hardware for satellites, spacecraft, and aerospace systems, we would like to hear from you.   In this role, you will be responsible for a wide range of CAD design assignments in support of the mechanical engineering team including the creation of models and/or drawings from CAD, sketches, notes, and other documentation provided by engineering staff. You will ensure that design documentation complies with the program requirements, organizational processes and industry standards, and will prepare accurate drawings with proper tolerances, dimensions, and instructions.   As a small company, the Cesium team “wears many hats.” Candidates should be comfortable with a varied workflow that may involve multitasking between library management, CAD design, review, and other related tasks.

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