Engineer II, Naval & Defense Systems

Karman Space & Defense; Gulfport (MS); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

HSA with company contribution

FSAs

Life and AD&D insurance

Disability insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Karman Space and Defense in Mississippi is seeking an Engineer II to support product and tooling development and provide hands-on engineering support in manufacturing. You will work within Integrated Product Teams to help deliver reliable Navy programs and contribute to design, tooling, and documentation.

Responsibilities include GD&T application, creating work instructions, and collaborating across disciplines to meet project requirements while maintaining quality and schedule.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in composites, mechanical, civil, structural, chemical, aerospace, naval architecture, or another related engineering discipline.
• Three to six years of experience performing similar engineering duties.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Working knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T).
• A current U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) Secret security clearance or the ability to obtain and maintain one.
• SolidWorks for 3D modeling and 2D drawing development (preferred).
• Internship or cooperative education experience (preferred).
• Technical writing experience (preferred).
• Hands-on fabrication experience (preferred).
• Strong verbal and written communication skills (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Supports product development, tooling development, and manufacturing operations across multiple programs and engineering disciplines.
• Designs parts, tools, and fixtures with guidance from a supervisor.
• Develops manufacturing work instructions, inspection procedures, technical documentation, and reports with supervisory oversight.
• Participates in production activities including drawing reviews, requirements matrices, tool design, drafting, procurement, machining, inspections, and objective quality evidence.
• Collaborates with Integrated Product Teams to meet project requirements and objectives.
• Provides technical input for proposals, schedules, budgets, and related program deliverables.
• Applies Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) principles to engineering designs and drawings.
• Serves as a product owner for assigned projects when needed.
• Interfaces with customers and subcontractors within assigned scope.
• Supports development of three-dimensional models and two-dimensional drawings using computer‑aided design tools.

Skills

GD&T knowledge

Strong communication skills

Technical writing

Hands-on fabrication experience

Education

Bachelor of Science in composites, mechanical, civil, structural, chemical, aerospace, naval architecture, or related engineering discipline

Tools

SolidWorks

MS Office

Job description

Karman Space and Defense in Mississippi is seeking an Engineer II to support product and tooling development and provide hands-on engineering support in manufacturing. You will work within Integrated Product Teams to help deliver reliable Navy programs and contribute to design, tooling, and documentation.

Responsibilities include GD&T application, creating work instructions, and collaborating across disciplines to meet project requirements while maintaining quality and schedule.