Mechanical Engineer

Kratos Defense & Security Solutions, Inc.; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life/AD&D Insurance

Short/Long Term Disability

401(k) Savings Plan

Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Holidays

Education Reimbursement

Job summary

Kratos Defense & Security Solutions, Inc. is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to design and analyze mechanical systems for aerospace and defense programs.

You will lead assemblies, perform stress analyses, and a wide range of documentation for manufacturing and testing. The role requires a BS in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering and a minimum of five years of related experience, with strong CAD/3D capabilities and GD&T proficiency.

Qualifications

• BS degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering or a related technical field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in mechanical engineering and related technical domains.
• Experience in interpreting and creating technical drawings and 3D models.

Responsibilities

• Leads design of assemblies and structures for integration of mechanical systems.
• Performs stress and structural design analysis for strength, durability, and safety.
• Decomposes requirements into detailed tasks for engineering teams.
• Generates concepts, drawings, electronic models, and manufacturing documentation.
• Identifies risks and proposes mitigation strategies.

Skills

CAD modeling

3D modeling

Solid mechanics

ASME Y14.1/Y14.5 GD&T

Risk management

Team leadership

Education

BS in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

Revit

Deltek CostPoint

PDM systems

Job description

Readiness Delivered. Kratos engineers and deploys technology and systems that move national security forward, with the cost, speed, and reliability that make readiness certain. We are a trusted partner—driven by doing the right thing and achieving maximum success for our customers, our partners and ourselves. Kratos has an exciting opportunity for a MechanicalEngineer. The Mechanical Engineer role leverages expertise in Mechanical Engineering principles to define, analyze, and design mechanical systems, ensuring compliance with project objectives and stakeholder needs.

• Leads design of assemblies and structures for the integration of complex mechanical systems and components digitally before physical production
• Performs stress and structural design analysis, including assessing the strength, durability, and safety of components under various stress conditions
• Performs functional analysis to decompose high-level technical and schedule requirements into detailed tasking
• Tasks engineers and teams in generation of concepts, drawings, electronic models, and documentation used for manufacturing, integration, and testing
• Reviews and communicates metrics for technical and schedule progress
• Identifies and assesses potential risks associated with designs and their manufacture and proposes mitigation strategies
• Liaison with manufacturing and process engineers, systems engineers, and simulator designers to ensure integration of mechanical systems is feasible and achievable

Experience and Skills

• Experienced in identifying resource needs and tasking personnel and teams
• Proficiency in the interpretation and creation of technical drawings and 3D models using CAD, interface control documents, requirements specifications, and system models
• Experienced in design for manufacturing and knowledge of common manufacturing methods
• Proficiency in principles of solid mechanics, hydraulics, and materials
• Must possess a working knowledge of ASME Y14.1 and Y14.5 GD&T standards
• Awareness of risk management processes
• Strong computer skills and experience with standard office software
• BS degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering or a relevant technical field
• Minimum 5 years of experience in a combination of mechanical engineering and a related technical domain

Preferred Skills/Experience

• Experience with naval or industrial power plants
• Proficiency with Model Based Design (MBD)
• Experience with any combination of: Building Information Models (BIM), AutoDesk Revit, Deltek CostPoint, SolidWorks and SolidWorks PDM, Jama requirements management, TipQA
• Proficiency in any combination of: HVAC, Fire Alarm and Suppression Systems (FASS), piping and valves, structural decking, industrial simulation
• Knowledge and/or experience with relevant quality management systems (e.g., ISO 9001)
• Experience with scripting languages (e.g., Python) for data analysis or automation
• Experience in test planning and execution for complex systems

#LI-Onsite

Competitive salary based on experience and education

Kratos is valued for our ability to design and deliver leading edge, resilient solutions for aerospace communication, control, awareness and mission success across a continuum of offerings—from commercial to tailored custom solutions and integrated programs. Customers trust us to stay relevant and know we are in it for the long-haul. We bring both the capability and confidence that our customers value and depend on. And we always deliver.

This posting will close within 90 days from the Posting Date.

• Life/ADD & Short/Long Term Disability Insurance
• 401(k) Savings Plan
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
• Paid Time-Off (PTO)
• Holidays
• Education Reimbursement

Kratos Defense is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race,color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws.

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