Job Title: Engineering Drafting Technician
Medicine Hat, Alberta, Canada
🚀 We're Hiring: Engineering Drafting Technician
🕒 Full-Time | 🌐 Hybrid/Remote Work Environment | 🔐 Security Clearance Required
Drive strategic growth in global defence.
Join QinetiQ Target Systems Canada (QTSC) as a Engineering Drafting Technician
🌍 About QinetiQ
QinetiQ is a global leader in defence, security, and critical infrastructure. With 8,000+ employees worldwide, we’re united by a mission to protect lives and secure the future through innovation. Our Medicine Hat site plays a key role in delivering advanced uncrewed vehicle systems (UVS) and supporting global defence operations.
🧭 What You’ll Do
As part of the Mechanical Engineering Department the Engineering Drafting Technician position is part of the overall team for the design, development, production, and operation of Uncrewed Vehicle Systems with respect to the overall systems developed and maintained for Aerial, Surface, Control Stations, Test Equipment, and Payloads as part of the QTSC product families.
General Responsibilities & Duties
- Advanced technical expertise within the 3d modeling & drafting discipline area with the primary focus on mechanical design, mechatronics and electronics interfaces and assembly design activities
- Scope of work involves 3-D modelling and creation of 2D drawings for parts and assemblies of products and subsystems
- Develops their work plans for agreement their work tasks
- Creating engineering technical publications including drawings, schematics,
- Recommendations for Mechanical Engineering process improvements
- Mostly critical deadlines for subsystems & systems drawings
🎓 What You Bring
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Education & Professional Membership:
- Post-Secondary Engineering/Technical Program
Work Experience:
- 3-7 years in the Design and Development of products with 3D modelling systems
- Experience in avionics, marine, vehicular military systems, and/or communication equipment.
Essential Skills:
- Design for integration of multiple engineering disciplines
- Basic mechanical system and harsh environment design
- Advanced Parametric Modelling including 2D& 3D Drafting
- Engineering analysis (stress, thermal, vibration, fatigue)
- FEA modeling, interpretation, and validation,
- Technical documentation and drawing quality control
Additional Assets Skills:
- GD&T application (ASME Y14) and functional dimensioning
- Autodesk Inventor & PDM software (Autodesk Vault)
- Basic Electronic knowledge
- Metal fabrication knowledge
- Bacis Elctronic Circuit Design & Analysis
🔐 Security Requirements
- Applicants must be legally authorized to work in Canada and meet the eligibility requirements to obtain and maintain the Government of Canada security clearance required for the position
- Must be eligible for and maintain a clear background check, including criminal record screening, as required for security clearance
🌟 Why QinetiQ?
We offer a high-performing, inclusive, and hybrid work environment where you can thrive, grow, and make a real impact. Our people-first culture supports your wellbeing and career development.
Enjoy a competitive salary and benefits package including:
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- Extended health and wellness spending accounts
- RRSP/TFSA matching
- Continuous learning and development opportunities
- Flexible working practices and employee-led networks
📩 Ready to lead the future of defence?
Apply now and help us shape a safer, more secure world through innovation and collaboration.
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