The Sr. Mechanical Design Engineer works autonomously in determining and implementing mechanical designs that meet cost and schedule objectives and customer requirements.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Designs shelters and mechanical modifications such as rack installations, ECU installations, entry panel installations, and miscellaneous ancillary items. Attends "job kick-off" meetings and participates in design reviews with customers. Reviews customer requirements including customer specifications, Statements of Work, and interface drawings to ensure compliance with contract. Prepares and updates task lists. Tracks schedules and budgets on assigned programs. Issues long lead material. Provides technical input to CAD design team on various tasks. Reviews and approves drawings. Interfaces with other departments to resolve questions and technical issues. Creates technical proposals, technical materials, and procurement specifications. Supports the Sales department in proposal development and engineering estimates. Reviews vendor/shop drawings, quotes, and proposals. Resolves vendor issues and dispositions defective material. Creates Cost Schedule Impact Logs (CSIL's) for added scope. Submits Engineering Change Proposals (ECP's). Interfaces with customers and contracts to resolve customer related issues. Contributes to product improvement, new products, and product standardization. Mentors Associate Mechanical Design Engineers and Mechanical Design Engineers. Other duties may be assigned.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY
This position does not have supervisory responsibilities.
Experience and Skills:
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES
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 required. 6+ years professional engineering experience preferred. Experience with Auto-Cad; 3-D Modeling Software, etc. Defense/DoD-engineering background preferred.
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 & Vision Insurance Coverage Life/ADD & Short/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 Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws. Disability Accessibility Accommodation If you require an accommodation to navigate or apply to our careers site, please send your request to HRAccessibility@kratosdefense.com or call 858-964-2916. Any inquires not related to requesting an accommodation will be discarded. Pay Transparency The company will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. Job Applicant Privacy Notice For applicants in the EU and California residents, please review our privacy notice.
