Principal/Sr. Principal Design Engineer

$175,000 - $195,000/Yr

Kratos Defense and Security - Roseville, CA

Full-time - Mid Level

Roseville, CA

Computer and Electronic Product Manufacturing

About the position

Kratos Defense & Security Solutions, Inc., is a leading defense technology company focused on unmanned 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. Kratos Unmanned Aerial Systems (KUAS), a division of Kratos Defense, is renowned for its expertise in developing, delivering, integrating, and supporting high-performance, cost-effective, jet-powered Unmanned Aerial Systems (Targets and Tactical). As a mid-tier defense contractor, we've demonstrated agility and innovation in providing aircraft to the US military and global allies and partners. Our track record of delivering top-notch jet-powered subscale targets has established us as a go-to defense contractor capable of delivering capabilities at an affordable price. At KUAS, we prioritize innovation, collaboration, and growth. Our team collaborates to cultivate a supportive and dynamic workplace, fostering creativity and promoting professional development while honoring personal and family lives. Join our team and help shape the future of unmanned technology within the defense industry today!

Responsibilities

• Responsible for designing components manufactured from composite and metallic materials.
• Develops mechanical fluid systems to route liquids and gasses.
• Integrates hardware into complex, tightly packaged mechanical assemblies.
• Prepares formal, controlled engineering documentation (i.e. drawings, specifications, parts lists and interface control documents).
• Proficient in Computer Aid Drafting (CAD) to design, develop and document models and drawings to manufacture aerospace hardware.
• Applies Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T), performs tolerance studies and determines drawing requirements that provide affordable and practical designs.
• Prepares and presents design review material in support of technical interchange meetings with suppliers and external/internal customers.
• Ensures that assigned scope meets project objectives per schedule and cost targets.
• Knowledgeable in systems engineering principles and able to prepare designs in accordance with customer requirements and derived engineering requirements.
• Supports system testing, troubleshooting, and problem resolution.
• Supports flight testing, data reduction, analysis, and reporting.
• Knowledgeable in PLM Systems and Configuration Control.
• Prepares test plans, test procedures and reports.
• Knowledge of manufacturing methods for composite materials and machined metallic hardware is highly desired.
• Complies with established Quality Management System procedures.

Requirements

• Requires BS degree in Engineering (Mechanical/Aeronautical/Aerospace Engineering preferred) or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 15 + years related experience in related engineering discipline.
• 3+ years lead engineer experience in the aerospace industry for Principal Design Engineer.
• 20 + years related experience in related engineering discipline for Sr. Principal Design Engineer.
• 6+ years lead engineer experience in the aerospace industry for Sr. Principal Design Engineer.
• 2+ years within Kratos Unmanned Aerial Systems for Sr. Principal Design Engineer.

Nice-to-haves

• Basic knowledge in structural mechanics and analysis.
• Knowledge of manufacturing methods for composite materials and machined metallic hardware is highly desired.

Benefits

• Compensation: $175,000 - $195,000