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Mechanical Design Engineer

C5ISR (Gichner Systems Group, Inc.)
Dallastown, PA Full Time
POSTED ON 10/21/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 12/20/2026

Kratos C5ISR designs, engineers, and manufactures advanced mission?critical technologies for defense, intelligence, and national security customers. These are innovative solutions that enhance situational awareness, strengthen decision?making, and support those on the front lines. Our teams develop and deliver specialty mobility systems, electromagnetic interference (EMI)-shielded shelter platforms, missile launcher and transporter systems, and related ground support hardware. These highly engineered solutions support C5ISR applications, missile defense and radar systems, unmanned vehicle platforms, command and control programs, SATCOM systems, shipboard systems, directed energy weapons, and strategic deterrence. We offer competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for growth in a mission?driven environment. Join us and help shape the future of national security.

GENERAL JOB SUMMARY:

The Mechanical Design Engineer is responsible for developing, evaluating, and implementing mechanical designs that meet customer requirements, technical specifications, cost targets, and project schedules. The role ensures compliance with applicable engineering standards and requirements while supporting proposal development, engineering execution, and continuous product improvement through design optimization, technical problem-solving, and collaboration with cross-functional teams.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

  • Designs shelters and mechanical modifications such as rack installations, ECU installations, entry panel installations, and miscellaneous ancillary items.
  • Reviews customer requirements, including specifications, Statements of Work, and interface drawings to ensure contract compliance.
  • Tracks schedules and budgets on assigned programs.
  • Reviews and approves drawings.
  • Creates technical proposals, technical materials, and procurement specifications.


Keyword: mechanical, design, manufaturing, cad
Required Experience:

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES:

  • Possess the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the assigned duties, including computer skills.
  • Maintain sensitive and confidential information as required by company and government requirements.
  • Communicate and interact effectively with peers, supervisors, and the public, including maintaining respect for others, and following company policies.
  • Have a willingness and ability to learn and utilize company technology for company required purposes, including, for example training, reviewing, and signing policies and procedures, benefits enrollment, and changes, and more.
  • Ability to read, understand, and follow instructions.
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
  • Ability to maintain knowledge, skills, and abilities as it pertains to your job
  • Ability to obtain a security clearance.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

  • 4-year college/university education in technical field (BSME/BSMET).
  • 2 years of professional engineering experience preferred.
  • Experience with AutoCAD, 3-D Modeling Software, etc.
  • Defense/DoD engineering background preferable.

WORK ENVIRONMENT/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

  • Office and manufacturing 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.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS: None


From: Kratos Defense
Kratos is an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer EOE/Minorities/Females/Vet/Disabled.


All qualified job seekers are encouraged to apply. Kratos 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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