What are the responsibilities and job description for the Mechanical Engineer position at Kratos Space Training & Cyber?
Readiness Delivered. Kratos is a leader in assured aerospace communication solutions and services. We are cutting-edge innovators and creative problem solvers working collaboratively to solve our customers toughest challenges. Our culture is fast-paced and innovative. We are a trusted partneridriven by doing the right thing and achieving maximum success for our customers, our partners and ourselves. Kratos has an exciting opportunity in Orlando, FL for Mechanical Engineers. The Mechanical Engineer role leverages expertise in Mechanical Engineering principles to define, analyze, and design mechanical systems, ensuring compliance with project objectives and stakeholder needs.
- Designs and integrates complex mechanical systems and components digitally before physical production
- Performs stress and structural design analysis, including assessing the strength, durability, and safety of components under various stress conditions
- Generates and collaborates in drawings, electronic models, and documentation used for manufacturing, integration, and testing
- Performs functional analysis to decompose high-level requirements into detailed functions and allocate them to mechanical system elements
- Identifies and assesses potential risks associated with designs and their manufacture and proposes mitigation strategies
- Liaison with process engineers, systems engineers, and simulator designers to ensure integration of mechanical systems is feasible and achievable
Keyword: mechanical design, design analysis, requirements analysis, mechanical modeling, functional analysis, risk management, model based design, solid mechanics, design for manufacturing.
Required Experience:
- BS degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering or a relevant technical field (significant work experience in mechanical design engineering may be substituted for education)
- Minimum 2 years of experience in a combination of mechanical engineering and a related technical domain (e.g., simulation, building design, or the energy industry).
- Proficiency in the interpretation and creation of technical drawings and 3D models using CAD, Model Based Design (MBD), interface control documents, requirements specifications, and system models
- Experienced in design for manufacturing and knowledge of common manufacturing methods
- Proficiency in principles of solid mechanics, hydraulics, and materials
- Must possess a working knowledge of ASME Y14.1 and Y14.5 GD&T standards
- Awareness of risk management processes
- Strong computer skills and experience with standard office software.
- To work at this facility, you must be a US person
Preferred Skills and Experience
- Experience with naval or industrial power plants
- Licensed Structural Engineer, Professional Engineer or Engineering Intern/Engineer in Training (E.I or E.I.T) certificate
- Experience with any combination of: Building Information Models (BIM), AutoDesk Revit, Deltek CostPoint, SolidWorks and SolidWorks PDM, Jama requirements management, TipQA
- Proficiency in any combination of: HVAC, Fire Alarm and Suppression Systems (FASS), piping and valves, structural decking, industrial simulation
- Knowledge and/or experience with relevant quality management systems (e.g., ISO 9001)
- Experience with scripting languages (e.g., Python) for data analysis or automation
- Experience in test planning and execution for complex systems
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Competitive salary based on experience and education
Kratos is valued for our ability to design and deliver leading edge, resilient solutions for aerospace communication, control, awareness and mission success across a continuum of offeringsifrom commercial to tailored custom solutions and integrated programs. Customers trust us to stay relevant and know we are in it for the long-haul. We bring both the capability and confidence that our customers value and depend on. And, we always deliver.
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