Design Release Engineer i NonRotating Components

Kratos Defense & Security Solutions, Inc., is a leading defense technology company focused on uncrewed 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.

GENERAL JOB SUMMARY

The Non-Rotating Components Design Release Engineer is responsible for ensuring the successful design, development, validation, and release of structural engine components that support propulsion system architecture but do not rotate. This includes engine structures, housings, mounts, frames, brackets, and load-bearing assemblies that interface with rotating machinery, fuel systems, controls, and airframe structures.

This role owns non-rotating component designs from concept through production release, ensuring designs meet structural, thermal, durability, and manufacturability requirements. The engineer ensures that non-rotating hardware is configuration-controlled, technically mature, and ready for manufacturing, assembly, testing, and customer delivery.

The position works closely with Design Engineering, Product Engineering, Systems Engineering, Performance Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Test Engineering, and Quality to ensure structural components support engine performance, system integration, and production reliability.

ESSENTIAL JOB

FUNCTIONSComponent Design & DevelopmentOwn the design and development of non-rotating structural propulsion components, including:

Engine casings and housingsStructural frames and support structuresEngine mounts and airframe interfacesExhaust structures and ductingFuel system structures and bracketsExternal engine structures and coversSupport Design Engineering in the development of 3D CAD models and detailed engineering drawingsDefine component best practices based on customer flow down requirements and internal methodologies as they relate to geometry, tolerances, and interface requirementsApply continuous improvement methods to refine component design (design best practices based on learnings) and processesEnsure designs meet structural load, thermal, vibration, and durability requirementsDesign Release & Configuration ControlEnsure engineering drawings, models, and specifications are released in accordance with configuration management standardsMaintain design documentation including:

Engineering drawingsBills of material (BOM)Design calculationsInterface documentationTechnical SpecificationOwn Engineering Change Requests (ECR) and Engineering Change Notices (ECN)Ensure designs are configuration-controlled within PLM/PDM systemsManage and present component status & schedule during internal reviews relative Process of Engineering milestones (Change Control Boards, Issues Resolution Board, Gate Reviews)Structural Analysis & ValidationPerform/Coordinate structural analysis for non-rotating components including:

Static structural analysisThermal stress considerationsVibration and load path analysisMount and structural interface loads and fatigue lifeWork with CAE/FEA engineers to validate structural integrity and durabilityDesign for Manufacturing & AssemblyPartner with Manufacturing Engineering to ensure structural components are manufacturable and producibleSupport design reviews related to fabrication, machining, welding, and assemblyEnsure tolerances, joints, and interfaces support efficient assembly and serviceabilitySupport production readiness reviews and first article inspectionsSupport on-site supplier auditsSystem Integration & Interface ManagementEnsure structural components properly support system interfaces including:

Rotating assembliesFuel systemsEngine controlsElectrical harnessingExhaust and thermal systemsAirframe mounting interfacesCoordinate closely with Systems Engineering and Integration Engineering to maintain interface compatibilityTest & Validation SupportSupport development, structural, and system-level testing activitiesEvaluate test data to validate structural component performanceSupport troubleshooting and failure analysis of hardwareProvide engineering support during development and production testingRoot Cause Analysis & Continuous ImprovementParticipate in post-test design reviews and own the execution of root cause investigations related to component performance or failuresSupport corrective actions and design improvementsCapture lessons learned to improve component design robustness and manufacturabilityCross-Functional Engineering CollaborationCollaborate with:

Design EngineeringProduct EngineeringSystems EngineeringPerformance EngineeringManufacturing EngineeringTest EngineeringQuality EngineeringSupport design reviews, interface reviews, and risk assessmentsCommunicate design intent and technical requirements to cross-functional teams

SUPERVISORY

RESPONSIBILITYNo direct supervisory responsibilityMay provide technical guidance to junior engineers or technicians

Keyword:

structural design, CAD modeling, GD&T, load analysis, thermal/vibration analysis, configuration control, manufacturability, FEA collaboration, system... For full info follow application link. 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.