Senior Structural Project Engineer

Kratos Defense and Security Solutions; Dallastown (York County); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision insurance coverage

Life/ADD and short- and long-term disability insurance

401(k) savings plan

Employee stock purchase plan (ESPP)

Paid time off (PTO)

Holidays

Education reimbursement

Job summary

Kratos Defense and Security Solutions is seeking an experienced engineer to review structural designs, ensure compliance with building codes, and collaborate on design solutions. The ideal candidate will have at least 6 years of experience in engineering, preferably in defense operations, and will interact with peers and customers effectively.

The position may include supervisory responsibilities and offers a range of benefits including medical insurance, a 401(k) plan, and paid time off. Join a company committed to creating opportunities for veterans.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of experience in professional engineering, preferably in defense or DoD.
• Experience in Auto-Cad and 3-D modeling software is required.
• Ability to follow safety precautions with personal protective equipment.

Responsibilities

• Review structural designs for compliance with codes and standards.
• Collaborate with teams on design trade studies.
• Prepare and update task lists and track schedules.

Skills

Ability to maintain sensitive and confidential information

Ability to interact effectively with peers and supervisors

Ability to interact appropriately with the public

Ability to adhere to workplace rules

Education

BSME/BSMET degree in technical field

6+ years professional engineering experience

Tools

Auto-Cad

3-D modeling software

Job description

Job Description

• Review structural designs for compliance with the Unified Facilities Code (UFC), International Building Code (IBC), American National Standards Institute (ANSI), American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE).
• Design structural systems to account for transport, live, and seismic loads.
• Collaborate with designer and analyst to perform design trade studies and determine structural design solutions.
• Attend job kick-off meetings and participate in design reviews with customers.
• Review customer requirements including specifications, statements of work, and interface drawings to ensure compliance with contracts.
• Prepare and update task lists.
• Track schedules and budgets on assigned programs.
• Issue long lead material.
• Provide technical input to the CAD design team on various tasks.
• Review and approve drawings.
• Interface with other departments to resolve questions and technical issues.
• Create technical proposals, technical materials, and procurement specifications.
• Support the sales department in proposal development and engineering estimates.
• Review vendor/shop drawings, quotes, and proposals.
• Resolve vendor issues and disposition defective material; create Cost Schedule Impact Logs (CSILs) for added scope.
• Submit Engineering Change Proposals (ECPs).
• Interface with customers and contracts to resolve customer-related issues.
• Contribute to product improvement, new products, and product standardization.
• Mentor Associate Mechanical Design Engineers and Mechanical Design Engineers.
• Other duties may be assigned.

Supervisory Responsibility

This position may have supervisory responsibilities.

Experience and Skills

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.

Education and Experience

• BSME/BSMET degree in technical field.
• 6+ years professional engineering experience.
• Experience with Auto-Cad, 3-D modeling software, etc.
• Defense/DoD-engineering background preferable.

Work Environment / Physical Requirements

• Office environment.
• Ability to stand and sit for long periods of time.
• Ability to perform repetitive motion (keyboarding, 10-key, phones).
• Ability to lift up to 10 pounds.
• Ability to follow standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required.

Job Benefits

• Medical, dental and vision insurance coverage
• Life/ADD and short- and 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 and affirmative action employer. EOE: minorities, females, veterans, 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.

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