# Principal CAD Designer at CesiumAstro

- Company: CesiumAstro
- What the company does: CesiumAstro delivers scalable satellites, terminals, and software-defined systems for the missions that matter—built for performance, ready to deploy. Backed by Kleiner Perkins.
- Company website: https://www.cesiumastro.com/
- Type: Startups
- Level: Principal and up
- Location: Westminster, CO
- Work setup: On-site
- Pay: $46 to $55/hr (USD)
- Posted: 2026-08-30
- Apply by: 2026-10-19
- Apply: https://jobs.lever.co/CesiumAstro/f7bedf5c-03ec-44cc-a69e-1ac7e340ec1a?utm_source=1752vc&utm_medium=careers
- Page: https://www.1752.vc/careers/jobs/cesiumastro-principal-cad-designer-3/

## About the role

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. Found on 1752vc Careers, the job board for startup and VC roles.

## What they're looking for

- Associate’s degree or technical certification in Drafting, Design Technology, Mechanical Design, Engineering Technology, or related field preferred
- 7+ years of progressive CAD design and drafting experience in a manufacturing, aerospace, engineering, or product development environment
- Advanced proficiency in SolidWorks, including part modeling, assemblies, and engineering drawing creation
- Strong understanding of GD&T, mechanical drafting standards, and engineering documentation best practices
- Proficiency with technical diagramming and drafting tools such as DraftSight, Lucidchart, Draw.io, or equivalent applications
- Experience using issue tracking and workflow management tools such as Jira or similar systems

Tags: Mechanical

Source: 1752vc Careers, https://www.1752.vc/careers/jobs/cesiumastro-principal-cad-designer-3/
