Mechanical Engineer - SPY-1 Radar Sustainment & Design

Kratos Defense and Security Solutions; Crane (IN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

Life/ADD & Disability Insurance

401(k) + ESPP

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Kratos Defense and Security Solutions in Indiana is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to support the Navy's SPY-1 Organic Sustainment Capability Prototype OTA. The role focuses on conceptual and detailed design, structural and thermal analyses, and integration support for radar subsystem prototyping.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, 5+ years in defense or radar systems, and proficiency with SolidWorks, Creo, and ANSYS.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline; Master’s preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years mechanical design and analysis experience in defense, aerospace, or radar systems.
• Proficiency with CAD/CAE tools: SolidWorks, Creo, ANSYS, or equivalent.
• Knowledge of MIL-STD-810, ASME standards, and DoD environmental/structural qualification requirements.
• Experience with design for manufacturability and sustainment of complex electro-mechanical systems.
• Active DoD Secret clearance (or ability to obtain).

Responsibilities

• Develop conceptual and detailed mechanical designs for SPY-1 radar subsystem components.
• Conduct structural, thermal, vibration, and environmental analyses to Navy standards.
• Support reverse-engineering for sustainment of legacy components.
• Design fixtures, tooling, and support equipment for prototyping and testing.
• Collaborate with systems, electrical, and test teams to integrate mechanical requirements.
• Prepare engineering documentation and configuration-controlled artifacts.
• Support program reviews, milestones, and Navy design evaluations.
• Travel up to 10% to NSWC Crane and related sites.

Skills

Mechanical design

Finite element analysis

Cross-functional teamwork

Documentation

Security clearance eligible

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Master's degree preferred

Tools

SolidWorks

Creo

ANSYS

Job description

Kratos Defense and Security Solutions in Indiana is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to support the Navy's SPY-1 Organic Sustainment Capability Prototype OTA. The role focuses on conceptual and detailed design, structural and thermal analyses, and integration support for radar subsystem prototyping.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, 5+ years in defense or radar systems, and proficiency with SolidWorks, Creo, and ANSYS.