Senior Principal Aerospace Design Engineer

Kratos Unmanned Systems; Roseville (CA); On-site; USD 175,000 - 199,000; Full time

Job summary

Kratos Unmanned Aerial Systems (KUAS), a division of Kratos Defense, is seeking a Principal Design Engineer (V) to design and draft mechanical components and tooling for aerospace hardware. You will work with composite and metallic materials, apply GD&T, and prepare controlled drawings and specifications using CATIA/3DX in a fast-paced, on-site environment.

You will lead design reviews, mentor engineers, manage budgets and schedules, and coordinate with suppliers and customers to ensure robust,

Qualifications

• Requires BS degree in Engineering (Mechanical/Aeronautical/Aerospace) or equivalent.
• 15+ years related experience in aerospace engineering.
• 3+ years lead engineer experience in the aerospace industry.

Responsibilities

• Design components manufactured from composite and metallic materials.
• Develop mechanical fluid systems and integrate hardware into complex assemblies.
• Prepare CAD drawings and documentation using CATIA/3DX with GD&T.

Skills

CATIA

GD&T

Mechanical design

Aerospace

Lead engineer

Education

BS in Engineering (Mechanical/Aeronautical/Aerospace)

Tools

CATIA

3DX

Job description

Kratos Unmanned Aerial Systems (KUAS), a division of Kratos Defense, is seeking a Principal Design Engineer (V) to design and draft mechanical components and tooling for aerospace hardware. You will work with composite and metallic materials, apply GD&T, and prepare controlled drawings and specifications using CATIA/3DX in a fast-paced, on-site environment.

You will lead design reviews, mentor engineers, manage budgets and schedules, and coordinate with suppliers and customers to ensure robust,