John Larsen
@johnlarsen
Experienced CAD/BIM designer specializing in mechanical, architectural, and telecom systems.
What I'm looking for
I am an experienced CAD and BIM designer with extensive hands-on work across aerospace, defense, telecom and security systems, leveraging SolidWorks, CATIA V5, AutoCAD, Revit and related toolchains to produce accurate 2D and 3D models, assemblies, BOMs and working drawings to ASME standards. I have supported Department of Defense and Air Force projects, managed OSP telecom planning at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station, and contributed to aircraft interior design and production with Embraer using Catia V5.
I bring practical field experience—taking GPS coordinates, verifying wire and duct routes, and performing site walks—combined with product data management (PDM/EPDM), prototyping, 3D scanning/printing, and inventory/logistics support for government and commercial customers. I hold an active/secret security clearance and multiple technical certificates, and I focus on delivering accurate, production-ready documentation and models that reduce errors and support smooth manufacturing, installation and operations.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Technical Drafter
Sentry View Systems
Mar 2025 - Present (10 months)
Create and edit SolidWorks models and BOMs for Department of Defense and Air Force surveillance and security solutions, ensuring ASME-compliant drawings and accurate part callouts to support mission-critical infrastructure.
OSP Planner/CAD Designer
RGNext
Nov 2022 - Mar 2025 (2 years 4 months)
Planned and updated OSP telecom copper and fiber routes for Cape Canaveral Space Force Station using CVC, validated wire counts and GPS-located infrastructure, and maintained documentation under active security clearance.
Traffic Control Planner/CAD Drafter
ATCO Communications Services
Jan 2022 - Nov 2022 (10 months)
Produced AutoCAD Map-based traffic control plans for telecom projects, obtained flagger certification, and managed permitting across Washington, Idaho, and Montana to support safe field operations.
CAD Drafter
Gabes Construction
Apr 2020 - Jan 2022 (1 year 9 months)
Used AutoCAD Map and Trimble coordinates to place utility poles and plan small cell/OSP telecom installations, conducted site walks and gap mapping to determine fiber/data routes and pole equipment dimensions.
Project Designer
Embraer Engineering and Technology
Apr 2015 - Jan 2020 (4 years 9 months)
Managed and edited CATIA V5 3D drawings of aircraft interiors, ensured part callouts and vendor component compliance, and produced redlines to resolve production issues prior to assembly.
Engineering Draftsman
Arnott Suspension
Mar 2013 - Apr 2015 (2 years 1 month)
Used SolidWorks and EPDM to manage part metadata, create assemblies and prototypes, prepare 3D machine shop drawings, and maintain document control for new product development.
AutoCAD Draftsman/Logistics
Honeywell Technology Solutions
Dec 2010 - Feb 2013 (2 years 2 months)
Created and edited AutoCAD ATFP/SPAWAR security plans for NAVFAC, managed inventory and logistics with Maximo, and processed shipping requisitions for CONUS/OCONUS government sites.
Alarm Technician/Installer/Designer
Security Systems Specialists
May 2007 - Nov 2009 (2 years 6 months)
Designed security and fire system plans, produced device layout drawings to code, provided quotes, and performed installation and service for clients in Cape Canaveral, FL.
Alarm Technician/Installer/Designer
Detect Alert
Nov 2003 - Apr 2007 (3 years 5 months)
Installed and serviced fire and security alarms, created plans for sales to scope projects and provided structured wiring designs for apartment layouts.
Structured Wiring Installer
Morse Communication
Sep 2001 - Sep 2003 (2 years)
Installed card readers and designed Cat-5/Telcom tray locations, tested wire runs and door access points for U.S. Army facilities to ensure secure communications.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Keiser University
Associate of Science, Computer Aided Drafting
Associate of Science in Computer Aided Drafting from Keiser University (Melbourne, FL).
SolidWorks
Certificate, Computer-Aided Design
2013 - 2013
Completed SolidWorks Essential Training certificate in 2013 to develop core SolidWorks modeling and assembly skills.
FARO
Certificate, 3D Scanning
Completed FARO Arm training certificate covering 3D scanning hardware and software workflows.
Naval Construction (NA)
Certificate, Construction Safety
Completed Naval Construction safety certification relevant to construction and field operations.
Engineering Drawing (Certificate)
Certificate, Engineering Drawing
Completed an engineering drawing certificate covering mechanical drawing standards and practices.
Availability
Location
Authorized to work in
Website
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