Mechanical/Structures Engineer III-IV
Kratos Defense & Security Solutions, Inc.
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Job summary
Kratos Defense & Security Solutions, Inc. is seeking a Mechanical/Structures Engineer to design components from composites and metals, develop mechanical fluid systems, and integrate hardware into tight assemblies.
The role involves preparing CAD drawings, GD&T, documentation, design reviews, and collaboration with suppliers and customers. Senior levels add leadership, test direction, and program management responsibilities.
Qualifications
- Requires BS degree in Engineering (Mechanical/Structures Engineering preferred).
- 6+ years related experience in related engineering discipline.
- 11+ years related experience for senior level (IV).
Responsibilities
- Lead mechanical/structures design for complex projects.
- Prepare and present design review material to customers and suppliers.
- Mentor junior engineers and coordinate with cross-disciplinary teams.
- Support testing, data collection, and analysis.
- Ensure designs meet schedule and cost targets.
Skills
Education
Job description
Kratos Defense & Security Solutions, Inc., is a leading defense technology company focused on unmanned systems, satellite communications, cyber security/warfare, microwave electronics, missile defense, training, and combat systems. Our customers include the U.S. federal government, foreign governments, commercial enterprises, and state and local government agencies. At Kratos, we prioritize affordability as a cornerstone of our technology. We leverage proven, cutting-edge methodologies and technology to minimize costs, streamline schedules, and mitigate risks, ensuring timely delivery of cost-effective solutions to market.
Kratos Defense & Security Solutions, Inc., is a leading defense technology company focused on unmanned systems, satellite communications, cyber security/warfare, microwave electronics, missile defense, training, and combat systems. Our customers include the U.S. federal government, foreign governments, commercial enterprises, and state and local government agencies. At Kratos, we prioritize affordability as a cornerstone of our technology. We leverage proven, cutting-edge methodologies and technology to minimize costs, streamline schedules, and mitigate risks, ensuring timely delivery of cost-effective solutions to market.
Works Mechanical/Structures design and development projects and provides solutions to difficult engineering problems.
- Responsible for designing components manufactured from composite and metallic materials. Develops mechanical fluid systems to route liquids and gasses. Integrates hardware into complex, tightly packaged mechanical assemblies.
- Prepares formal, controlled engineering documentation (i.e. drawings, specifications, parts lists and interface control documents). Proficient in Computer Aid Drafting (CAD) to design, develop and document models and drawings to manufacture aerospace hardware. Dassault Products Preferred (Catia, 3DX)
- Applies Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T), perform tolerance studies and determines drawing requirements that provide affordable and practical designs.
- Prepares and presents design review material in support of technical interchange meetings with suppliers and external/internal customers.
- Ensures that assigned scope meets project objectives per schedule and cost targets.
- Knowledgeable in systems engineering principles and able to prepares designs in accordance with customer requirements and derived engineering requirements.
- Supports system testing, trouble shooting, and problem resolution.
- Supports flight testing, data reduction, analysis, and reporting.
- Knowledgeable in PLM Systems and Configuration Control.
- Basic knowledge in structural mechanics and analysis
- Prepares test plans, test procedures and reports.
- Knowledge of manufacturing methods for composite materials and machined metallic hardware is highly desired.
- Complies with established Quality Management System procedures.
- Other duties may be assigned.
- Acts as the Lead Mechanical/Structures Engineer per procedure for very complex projects as assigned by Manager that affect multiple systems, involve several suppliers/teaming partners, and require frequent customer interface.
- Acts as Test Director for Mechanical/Structures sub-assemblies and assemblies when necessary.
- Prepares and presents design review and technical interchange material to customers.
- Reports progress in meeting customer requirements periodically.
- Mentors Level I-II Mechanical/Structures Engineers.
- Provides direction and oversight, both technically and programmatically, to Mechanical/Structures Engineers.
- Provides interface to other engineering design and development disciplines, ensuring that Mechanical/Structures requirements are addressed and satisfied during overall system integration.
- Supports business development efforts both in preparation of quotes and proposals as well as sales efforts.
- Monitors and reports on customer satisfaction in relation to projects.
- Acts as the Lead Mechanical/Structures Engineer per procedure for very complex projects as assigned by Manager that affect multiple systems, involve several suppliers/teaming partners, and require frequent customer interface.
- Acts as Test Director when necessary.
- Prepares and presents design review material in support of technical interchange meetings with suppliers and external/internal customers.
- Plans projects and executes to the plan with attention to detail.
- Provides direction and oversight, both technically and programmatically, to Mechanical/Structures Engineers.
- Provides interface to other engineering design and development disciplines, ensuring that Mechanical/Structures requirements are addressed and satisfied during overall system integration.
- Manages the engineering team’s effort and time within the budget and schedule provided for the task.
- Reports project status periodically (actual budget/schedule vs. proposed budget/schedule).
- Reports progress in meeting customer requirements periodically.
- Mentors Level I-III Mechanical/Structures Engineers.
None
- Onsite
- Ability to maintain sensitive and confidential information as required by government standards.
- Ability to interact effectively with peers and supervisors.
- Ability to interact appropriately with the public when necessary.
- Ability to adhere to workplace rules.
- Ability to travel as necessary to perform job duties.
- Ability to effectively communicate professionally in writing or verbally with all levels of personnel.
- Demonstrated passion for customer satisfaction.
Each successive level of Mechanical/Structures Engineer builds on the identified education and experience listed for the previous level(s) of Mechanical/Structures Engineer.
- Requires BS degree in Engineering (Mechanical/Structures Engineering preferred).
- 6 + years related experience in related engineering discipline.
- Requires BS degree in Engineering (Mechanical/Structures Engineering preferred).
- 11 + years related experience in related engineering discipline.
Each successive level of Mechanical/Structures Engineer builds on the identified education and experience listed for the previous level(s) of Mechanical/Structures Engineer.
- 3+ years lead engineer experience in the aerospace industry.
- 6+ years lead engineer experience in the aerospace industry.
- Office and or manufacturing environment.
- Ability to stand and sit for long periods of time.
- Ability to perform repetitive motion (keyboarding, 10-key, phones).
- Frequent outside contact with customers and suppliers.
- May work extended hours or weekends and travel occasionally.
- May be required to lift up to 50 pounds in accordance with KUAS General Safety Training guidelines.
0-25% May travel to support new business development and customer maintenance and to or from other KUAS locations.
- Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance Coverage
- 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 Affinitive Action Employer. EOE, Minorities, Females, Vet, Disabled, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity or any other protected class. All qualified job seekers are encouraged to apply. Kratos Defense is committed to America's veterans by providing opportunities for them to continue contributing after service to our nation. We also work to provide reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities.
If you require an accommodation to navigate or apply to our careers site, please send your request to HRAccessibility@kratosdefense.com or call 858-964-2916. Any inquires not related to requesting an accommodation will be discarded.
The company will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant.
For applicants in the EU and California residents, please review our privacy notice.
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