Lead Turbomachinery Design Engineer

Kratos Defense & Security Solutions, Inc.; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Kratos Defense and Security Solutions is seeking a senior turbomachinery design engineer responsible for leading the full design process from concept to production. You will create and update turbomachinery designs, ensuring they meet all requirements and timelines.

Senior engineers provide guidance with limited supervision while handling multiple projects. The role involves office and lab work with occasional travel across the UK and Europe to meet manufacturing and customer needs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Aeronautical/Mechanical Engineering or a relevant technical degree.
• 6+ years of turbomachinery design experience.
• CAD experience required; NX proficiency is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Create, update and maintain designs.
• Manage multiple complex projects simultaneously.
• Ensure designs meet manufacturing, technical and customer requirements.
• Ensure projects are completed within budget and on time.
• Mentor and support younger engineers in the team and manage low complexity projects.

Skills

Turbomachinery design

CAD experience

NX proficiency

Organisational skills

Presentation skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Aeronautical/Mechanical Engineering

Tools

NX

Job description

Kratos Defense and Security Solutions is seeking a senior turbomachinery design engineer responsible for leading the full design process from concept to production. You will create and update turbomachinery designs, ensuring they meet all requirements and timelines.

Senior engineers provide guidance with limited supervision while handling multiple projects. The role involves office and lab work with occasional travel across the UK and Europe to meet manufacturing and customer needs.