Our client, is seeking a Mechanical Drafter to join their team. As a Mechanical Drafter, you will be part of the Design supporting Department. **Job Title: Mechanical Drafter** **Location: Lake Charles Louisiana** **What’s the Job?** **Job Description** Citadel Completions is seeking an experienced **Aviation Mechanical Drafter** to support aircraft maintenance, modification, and engineering documentation. This role is responsible for producing accurate mechanical drawings, layouts, and technical documentation used in aircraft structural and mechanical systems while ensuring compliance with FAA regulations, OEM standards, and company procedures. **Key Responsibilities** + Prepare and maintain **2D and 3D mechanical drawings** for aircraft systems, components, and structural assemblies + Develop and revise drawings for: + Aircraft structural components + Mechanical systems and assemblies + Modifications, repairs, and retrofits + Update drawings based on: + Engineering change notices (ECNs) + Maintenance and inspection findings + Regulatory or OEM requirements + Ensure all drawings comply with: + FAA regulations (14 CFR) + OEM technical data + Company drafting and documentation standards + Support engineering and maintenance teams with: + Technical drawing clarification + As-built and redline incorporation + Create and maintain: + Bills of Materials (BOMs) + Installation drawings and detail views + Revision histories and document control records + Coordinate with quality, engineering, and maintenance personnel to resolve design and documentation issues + Support audits and compliance reviews as required **Required Qualifications** + Associate degree or technical certification in **Mechanical Drafting, Aviation Technology, or related field** (or equivalent experience) + 5+ years of experience as an **Aviation or Mechanical Drafter** , preferably supporting aircraft maintenance or modification programs + Proficiency in CAD software such as: + AutoCAD + SolidWorks, Inventor, or CATIA (preferred) + Strong understanding of: + Aircraft mechanical and structural systems + Aviation drafting standards and practices + Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T) + Ability to interpret: + Engineering drawings + OEM manuals and service bulletins + FAA-approved technical data + Experience working in regulated environments **Preferred Qualifications** + Familiarity with: + FAA repair station operations (Part 145) + Aircraft modification and STC documentation + Structural repair manuals (SRM) and IPCs + Experience supporting: + Fixed-wing or rotary aircraft + Corporate, charter, or special-mission aircraft + Knowledge of quality systems and compliance documentation **Core Competencies** + Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy + Strong organizational and documentation skills + Effective communication with engineering and maintenance teams + Ability to manage multiple tasks in deadline-driven environments + Commitment to safety and regulatory compliance **About ManpowerGroup, Parent Company of:** **Manpower, Experis, Talent Solutions, and Jefferson Wells** _ManpowerGroup® (NYSE: MAN), the leading global workforce solutions company, helps organizations transform in a fast-changing world of work by sourcing, assessing, developing, and managing the talent that enables them to win. We develop innovative solutions for hundreds of thousands of organizations every year, providing them with skilled talent while finding meaningful, sustainable employment for millions of people across a wide range of industries and skills. Our expert family of brands –_ **_Manpower, Experis, Talent Solutions, and Jefferson Wells_** _–_ creates substantial value for candidates and clients across more than 75 countries and territories and has done so for over 70 years. We are recognized consistently for our diversity - as a best place to work for Women, Inclusion, Equality and Disability and in 2022 ManpowerGroup was named one of the World's Most Ethical Companies for the 13th year - all confirming our position as the brand of choice for in-demand talent. ManpowerGroup is committed to providing equal employment opportunities in a professional, high quality work environment. It is the policy of ManpowerGroup and all of its subsidiaries to recruit, train, promote, transfer, pay and take all employment actions without regard to an employee's race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, religion, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable law.